What if your meeting room could lower cortisol, sharpen attention, and make hard conversations easier? We sit down with Christian Markow of Lost Office to explore the overlooked science of workspace design—how plants, light, materials, scent, and music quietly rewire how teams think, feel, and collaborate.

Christian traces his path from English major to global brand strategist, sharing hard-won lessons from experience design with organizations like Chick-fil-A and major consumer brands. We break down what truly differentiates a business once quality and pricing are comparable: how you behave, the details you sweat, and the way your space tells a story. From biophilic design that measurably boosts focus to lighting temperatures that reduce fatigue, Christian explains practical upgrades leaders can make this month for meaningful ROI on productivity and morale.

We also tackle AI with a clear stance: use it to clear the busywork, not to replace judgment. Christian shares a Socratic approach to AI that asks better questions, preserves human taste, and amplifies craft. The result is faster starts and higher finishes—more time for originality, culture, and the tiny touches customers remember. Rounding it out, we get real about burnout and presence, trading the myth of daily balance for weekly rhythms that protect deep work and family time.

Ready to rethink your office as a performance tool? Tune in for an actionable playbook on biophilic design, lighting science, neurodiversity, and AI-enabled creativity. If this conversation sparked a change you’ll try, share it with a friend, leave a quick review, and hit subscribe so you never miss what’s next.

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