Workplace wellness: Corporate wellness solutions to improve staff mental health

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zynk Design Becomes a Forbes Travel Guide Brand Official

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This month at zynk Design, we are proud to share some exciting news! We have been selected as a Brand Official for Forbes Travel Guide (FTG), the creators of the original Five-Star luxury hotel rating system. zynk Design joins a stellar list of Brand Officials, all handpicked for excellence within their sector, and we have the privilege of partnering with FTG as their Official Fitness and Wellbeing Designer for 2022.

How can wellness design affect mental health?

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When we feel physically well, we are far more likely to feel mentally well. As the Mental Health Foundation states “Nearly one in three people with a long-term physical health condition also has a mental health problem, most often depression or anxiety.” The correlation between physical fitness and mental fitness is clear, which is why wellness is so important for mental health.

The Future of Wellness and What it Means for Design

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zynk Design Strength Training Studio GRNDHOUSE

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zynk has designed a 4,500sq ft film studio and live group exercise studio for London-based online fitness platform GRNDHOUSE, which was co-founded by five fitness trainers.

How employers can respond to employee wellbeing through design

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