Spatial and Social Networks in Organizational Innovation

Jean Wineman, Felichism Kabo, Gerald F. Davis · 2008 · Environment and Behavior

Summary. This paper examines how physical workspace layout influences social networks and organizational innovation. The authors argue that spatial design—through boundaries, accessibility, and visibility—shapes how people circulate, interact, and become aware of each other, which in turn affects the social networks that drive innovation. The paper reviews relevant theories and presents preliminary findings on how spatial arrangement supports or hinders innovation in organizations.

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Wineman, J., Kabo, F., & Davis, G. F.. (2008). Spatial and Social Networks in Organizational Innovation. Environment and Behavior. https://doi.org/10.1177/0013916508314854

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DOI: 10.1177/0013916508314854
Countries: United States
Regions: North America
Categories: innovation-networks, innovation-theory, general-innovation
Added: 2026-04-28