"Studies show that the Gen Z workforce does not prefer a work environment designed to encourage large group collaboration like the open concepts that gained popularity among Millennial workers," Gallagher tells GlobeSt.com. "Rather, they favor productive small group collaboration for brainstorming and, in turn, want private space to focus on projects and completing tasks. To support the diverse work preferences of our team members, we are incorporating a variety of spaces into our new office including open workstations, private offices, a large collaboration area, a small huddle room and a large conference room. The huddle room is intended for quick team meetings equipped with a standing-height table and video conferencing system to encourage collaboration within our office as well as with Transwestern offices nationwide."

Gallagher says members of Gen Z are known for their desire for customization. To address that, both the private office furniture and open workstations will have adjustable desks to allow each person to move easily between sitting and standing throughout the workday according to their preference and comfort. "The private offices will have glass fronts to support our culture of accessibility and transparency, as well as encourage more face-to-face meetings and interactions that are preferred by Gen Z," she tells GlobeSt.com. "Born with technology at their fingertips, Gen Z embraces digital collaboration and mobility. Transwestern's technology platform caters to these demands with the ability to access, modify and sign documents outside the office with any smartphone or tablet. Just as we evolved to consider the workplace and technology preferences of previous generations, we believe that the new San Antonio office design equips Transwestern to provide the next generation of workers with a productive and enjoyable environment."