communal desk
[/kəˈmjuːnəl desk/]
nounpl: communal desks
mesa compartilhada
1. A shared workspace or table used by multiple people or teams in an office, coworking space, or educational setting
The startup uses communal desks to encourage collaboration among team members.
A startup utiliza mesas compartilhadas para encorajar colaboração entre os membros da equipe.
2. Flexible seating arrangement where employees do not have assigned individual workstations
Hot-desking with communal desks allows the company to reduce office space costs.
O hot-desking com mesas compartilhadas permite que a empresa reduza custos de espaço de escritório.
The concept of communal desks reflects modern workplace trends in Brazil, particularly in tech hubs like São Paulo. It represents a shift toward flexible work arrangements and collaborative environments, especially popular in startups and coworking spaces. This practice has grown in both the USA and Brazil as companies adapt to remote work models and seek cost-efficient office solutions.
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