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Workspace Design Lab | Healthy Spaces, Lasting Impact

Sylvanna VanderPark

Welcome to Workspace Design Lab, the channel for architects, interior designers, and workplace leaders who want to master modern office design, ergonomic furniture solutions, and sustainable workspace strategies.Each episode explores:• Ergonomic office design principles that boost health and productivity• Modern office interiors and hybrid workplace layouts• Sustainable, modular, and parametric furniture systems• Human-centered design strategies that elevate employee experienceIf you’re designing,

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30:44

Why Your Office Is Designed Wrong (And Data Proves...

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2026/04/09

What if the biggest mistake in workplace design is starting with the building instead of the people? In this episode of Workspace Design Lab, Sylvanna VanderPark sits down with Stephen Smith, VP of People Analytics at Reworc, to explore how people data can reshape the way architects, designers, and workplace leaders think about office design, hybrid work, and employee performance. With experience spanning human resources, corporate real estate, and people analytics, Stephen shares what data f...

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62:24

Why Cash Flow MATTERS in the Workspace Industry ft....

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2026/02/26

What happens when a family business refuses to rely on banks, debt, or outside financing, and builds everything on discipline, cash flow, and trust? In this episode of Workspace Design Lab, host Syl VanderPark sits down with Maria VanderPark, VP and Co-Founder of NovaLink, and Tony VanderPark, President and Co-Founder of NovaLink, to unpack the financial philosophy that shaped more than four decades of business growth. From childhood lessons in Mexico to navigating recessions in Canada, Mari...

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29:59

How Office Layouts Shape Productivity | Workspace...

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2026/02/12

Are modern offices actually designed for how we work today, or are we still operating inside outdated ideas? In this episode of Workspace Design Lab, host Sylvanna VanderPark explores the evolution of workspace design, from ancient Roman offices to Taylorism, cubicle farms, open plan offices, and today’s hybrid environments. Through research, neuroscience insights, and real world observations, she unpacks why so many beautiful workspaces quietly drain productivity, creativity, and wellbeing....

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29:25

What Separates Good from GREAT Workplaces | Workspace...

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2026/01/29

Can workplace design actually save lives? In this episode of Workspace Design Lab, host Sylvanna VanderPark welcomes Kay Sargent, Senior Principal and Director of Thought Leadership at HOK. With four decades of design experience, Kay shares how thoughtful design impacts not only productivity but human safety, behavior, and inclusion. This powerful conversation explores real-world stories, the science behind effective office design, and what companies must do to truly support neurodiverse team...

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29:55

How Podcasting Builds Trust for Design and Workplace...

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2026/01/14

What happens when your worst gig becomes the spark that launches a global podcast business? In this episode of Workspace Design Lab, Syl Vander Park sits down with David O Gara, founder of APodcastGeek, to explore how a career in radio, live DJing, and a single traumatic christening gig evolved into a thriving remote company built around trust, sound, and storytelling. Broadcasting from his garden studio in Dublin, David shares how he built his podcast production business from scratch during...

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31:14

Creating Thriving Workplaces for Better Performance |...

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2025/12/18

What’s the real reason your office isn’t working? It might not be the space, it might be the strategy. In this episode of Workspace Design Lab, host Syl Vander Park is joined by Kati Barklund, Senior Manager of Workplace Strategy and Global Chair of Workplace Evolutionaries. Kati unpacks what truly makes a workplace “work” and why the future of office design goes far beyond furniture. From cultural alignment to data-driven design, this conversation offers rare insight into how leaders can r...

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11:38

Ergonomics from Classroom to Office | Workspace...

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2025/12/04

🧠 Can toys make us better designers? In this solo episode of Workspace Design Lab, host Syl Vander Park takes a thoughtful dive into how everyday objects, like fidget toys and lap pads, are changing the way we think about workplace comfort, focus, and inclusion. Inspired by a conversation with her 6-year-old daughter, Syl explores how tools often used in classrooms can translate to adult offices in powerful ways. From posture and sensory input to neurodiverse-friendly design, this episode

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56:00

Designing Workspaces for Human Performance |...

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2025/11/20

Is your office furniture silently sabotaging productivity? In this episode of Workspace Design Lab, host Syl Vander Park is joined by Jane Sleeth, founder of Optimal Performance Consultants, to explore how workplace design impacts everything from physical injury to cognitive performance. With 35+ years of experience across manufacturing, banking, healthcare, and aviation, Jane breaks down what real ergonomics means—and why too many companies still treat it as a box to check. From avoiding c...

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55:18

Gensler Veteran on Mission-Critical Design |...

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2025/11/05

What happens when technical excellence meets human-centered design? In this episode of Workspace Design Lab, Syl Vander Park sits down with Michael Rane Downey, retired architect from Gensler San Francisco, to explore the design process behind some of the most mission-critical workspaces in North America. From data centers to gas operations command centers, Michael shares stories that blend technical rigor with thoughtful design, and lessons every architect and designer should hear. Whe...

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64:28

Designing Workplaces That Stand the Test of Time |...

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2025/10/23

What does it take to design workspaces that truly endure? In this episode of Workspace Design Lab, host Sylvanna VanderPark sits down with Marilyn Simeone, a seasoned leader in corporate real estate and workplace strategy. With over 40 years of experience across Merrill Lynch, Citibank, and Princeton University, Marilyn shares her approach to building office environments that are adaptive, sustainable, and deeply human-centered. Whether you're an architect, interior designer, or workpla...

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22:35

Trading Desks to Operations: A 32-Year Furniture...

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2025/10/09

On this episode of Workspace Design Lab, host Syl sits down with Darryl McCracken, Operations Manager at NovaLink. With over 30 years of experience, Darryl shares the evolution of modular furniture, how industrial design shaped his approach to problem-solving, and the importance of creating flexible, future-ready solutions. From his early days as a CAD detailer to leading operations, Darryl offers deep insights into what it takes to design for change in modern workplaces. KEY TAKEAWAYS • How...

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57:59

Why REAL-TIME Adjustment Changes Everything |...

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2025/10/09

In this premiere episode of Workspace Design Lab, host Syl Vander Park sits down with her father, Tony Vander Park, President and Design Director at NovaLink. Together, they explore the origin and evolution of Series 7.8, a parametric console workstation designed for real-time adjustment, ergonomic precision, and lasting sustainability. This episode captures Tony’s deep design philosophy, manufacturing insights, and a legacy of human-centered innovation. IN THIS EPISODE • What sets Series 7.8...

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Podcast Trailer

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2025/10/02

The best workspaces aren’t just filled with furniture, they’re designed with people in mind. Welcome to Workspace Design Lab, the podcast where we explore the stories behind the spaces that shape the way we work and live. From innovative office design to human-centered environments that support health, productivity, and collaboration, this show uncovers how thoughtful design creates lasting impact. For more information on what we do at NovaLink, see https://novalink.com/ Produced by APodcast...

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