Prioritizing Mental Health in the Workplace
Employee mental health is more important than ever. Stress, anxiety, and burnout are on the rise, with 68% of employees struggling with workload and 46% feeling burned out. Even with the flexibility of hybrid work, work-life balance satisfaction has dropped over the past three years.
Why Wellbeing Matters
A 2024 Steelcase study found that 38% of global leaders plan to prioritize employee wellbeing over the next two years—second only to improving collaboration. Providing spaces for rest and rejuvenation is key, especially for neurodiverse employees who need better sensory control.
Managers aren’t immune either—expanding job responsibilities, restructuring, and budget cuts have increased stress levels (Gallup). Plus, hybrid work has disrupted natural work rhythms, leading to an overload of meetings and tasks with fewer breaks for creativity and connection.
Designing for Wellbeing
At Franklin, we partner with Steelcase to create workplaces that support mental health. Our designs incorporate:
- Dedicated spaces for rejuvenation
- Environments that balance productivity & wellbeing
- Workspaces that foster connection & creativity
Let’s build a workplace where employees thrive. Reach out today to learn how we can help.