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Collision point
What is a collision point?
A collision point is a place in the office where people from different teams naturally run into each other, such as the kitchen, coffee machine, stairway or entrance. Offices design collision points on purpose to encourage chance conversations and connections across teams.
Typical collision points
- Kitchens and coffee areas
- Central stairways and corridors
- Reception and entrances
- Lounges next to meeting rooms
Making them work
Collision points work best near places people go anyway, with somewhere to stand or sit and talk. Placing touchdown spots and small bookable rooms nearby lets a chance conversation continue.
Where AskCody fits
When a chance conversation needs a room, AskCody meeting room displays let people book a free room on the spot, right at the door.
Frequently asked questions
Why do offices design for collisions?
Chance encounters across teams can spread ideas and build relationships that planned meetings do not.
Is a collision point the same as a third space?
They can overlap. A third space is a place to work, while a collision point is a place where people meet by chance.
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