Andrew Barrett-Weiss

Director, Real Estate, Facilities, and Workplace Services Sony Pictures Entertainment

Main Day Two - Wednesday, February 25, 2026

1:30 PM Designing Immersive Workplaces that Inspire Belonging

The modern workplace is evolving from a functional environment into a destination that motivates employees to connect, collaborate, and create. By incorporating elements of hospitality and thoughtful design, organizations are building spaces that feel welcoming, adaptable, and purposeful. Coffee bars, lounge-style collaboration zones, flexible greenery, and curated amenity spaces are redefining what employees expect when they come into the office. These innovations not only encourage a sense of belonging but also provide valuable data on how, when, and why people use space. With the right metrics in place, workplace leaders can continuously refine strategies to ensure agility and deliver lasting impact.

Key Takeaways

Discover how hospitality-inspired design elements can transform the workplace into a destination rather than an obligation.

Explore strategies for agility, from flexible spatial layouts to curated experiences, that adapt to evolving employee needs.

Learn how to apply data-driven insights to evaluate workplace impact and continuously refine the employee experience.

Check out the incredible speaker line-up to see who will be joining Andrew.

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