From Smoke-Filled Rooms to Modern Offices: Evolution and Lessons

Sweden revives ancient communication to change modern behavior

Sweden’s City of Malmö and BBDO Nordics have reintroduced one of humanity’s oldest communication methods – the smoke signal – as a tool for behavioral change. Standing three meters tall, the Smoke Signal Monument emits smoke rings each time a smoker disposes of their cigarette correctly. The installation transforms an ancient symbol of communication into a modern act of civic engagement – blending creativity, design, and behavioral science to fi…

From Smoke-Filled Rooms to Modern Offices: Evolution and Lessons

In the annals of corporate history, the evolution of office environments reveals profound shifts in technology, culture, and productivity norms. Vintage photographs from decades past, as chronicled in a compelling feature by Business Insider, paint a vivid picture of workplaces dominated by clacking typewriters, towering stacks of paper, and the ubiquitous haze of cigarette smoke. These images, spanning from the early 20th century to the late 20…