H2M Interior Design Article Featured in New England Real Estate Journal

New England Real Estate Journal recently featured an article on office interiors by H2M Senior Project Interior Designer Megan Ballato, CID, IIDA, NYSCEO, and Senior Project Architect Christiana Suppa, AIA, NCIDQ.

Megan and Christiana’s article highlights how companies can work with interior designers to create calming office environments that promote mental and physical wellbeing among staff. Wellness-centered design strategies can play a major role in helping ease employees’ transition from remote work to hybrid or fully-in-person work schedules.

These strategies focus on creating adaptable and inclusive environments that prioritize user choice, including flexible workstations and a variety of breakout areas for collaboration or quiet work. By incorporating a range of seating options—such as ergonomic desks, lounge seating, and informal meeting zones—users can shift between postures and settings throughout the day. Natural elements like plants with diverse colors and textures are also integrated to support well-being, while the overall design encourages personalized experiences and multiple iterations based on user needs.

With a keen understanding of the interplay between color, lighting, furniture, and other interior elements, Megan and Christiana bring a unique perspective to their design work, emphasizing the relationship between the interior design of a space and the mental and physical well-being of its users. Their work can be found in schools, offices, apartment buildings, retail outlets, fire stations, and more.

To read Megan and Christiana’s article, pick up the June 20 issue of New England Real Estate Journal or visit the publication’s website (subscription required).