I would echo the sibling comment (save_ferris) that in many places open offices do not encourage sunlight - especially those places where the offices are on the

I would echo the sibling comment (save_ferris) that in many places open offices do not encourage sunlight - especially those places where the offices are on the outer perimeter (capturing the sunlight) and the interior is stuck with fluorescent lighting (a previous experience of mine). To add to your sunlight comment, though, is I also rarely, if ever, see notes about ventilation. Converting an open-space office into a private-space office (or potentially even cubicles) is non-trivial as far as ventilation is concerned. Not that I think it is an excuse for an open office, but it isn't as simple as throwing up some temporary walls in an open space. Do I believe it is worth it? yes. Would most places see the work required and want to deal with the hassle of coordinating everything with the building owner to get the work done? probably not.