In order to thrive, your business can't make do with blank walls. A lack of workplace decorations can make the office atmosphere seem dull and uninspiring. In fact, employees who have control over the design and layout of their workspace…
Your employees are a vital part of your business. If your employees aren't engaged, creative, and productive, then your business isn't either. But what causes these issues in the workplace? And what can you do to fix these issues before…
Art is universal. While not everyone will agree on what defines art or what makes it "good," all peoples and cultures can appreciate it in some way or form. It inherently evokes emotion: whether good or bad, art makes us feel.…
In today's world, the marketplace is saturated. That means your organization has to do everything possible to stand out amongst the competition. If you want to be a leader in your industry, you'll have to appeal to customers, prioritize innovation,…
Just imagine, for a moment, if you were to take a survey. One question that you are asking participants is their favorite activity during the day. Chances are, you would hear replies such as “being with my family and friends”…
Even if guests are only staying in your hotel for a short time, you want them to feel comfortable and right at home in your space. One of the easiest ways to accomplish that for a lower cost? Hotel art…
It's only natural that, if you run a business, you'd be concerned with the productivity of your employees. Their output directly affects your bottom line, after all. But in some cases, business owners don't realize that small changes to the…
About the Festival of the Trees Every year, Florida International University’s Interior Architecture Department and its advisory board coordinate a fundraising event known as The Festival of the Trees. And this year, President of SmartArt, Atalya Alkala, has been selected to participate as a…
Art is so human. To create art and appreciate art are things only humans can do. As such, art is an intrinsically necessary part of everyday life. We design our homes to benefit our artistic side, placing art in barren…
When you run a hotel, it's essential to focus on guest experience. Otherwise, your establishment may find it a challenge to secure customer loyalty. There are many facets that play a part in guest satisfaction, including the actual design of…