Joel Spolsky has written a lot about open plan vs private offices (most of it inspired by Peopleware http://www.amazon.com/dp/0932633439 http://www.amazon.com/d

Joel Spolsky has written a lot about open plan vs private offices (most of it inspired by Peopleware http://www.amazon.com/dp/0932633439 http://www.amazon.com/dp/0932633439) > Not every programmer in the world wants to work in a private office. In fact quite a few would tell you unequivocally that they prefer the camaradarie and easy information sharing of an open space. > Don't fall for it. They also want M&Ms for breakfast and a pony. Open space is fun but not productive. http://www.joelonsoftware.com/items/2006/07/30.html http://www.joelonsoftware.com/items/2006/07/30.html See also: http://www.joelonsoftware.com/articles/FieldGuidetoDevelopers.html http://www.joelonsoftware.com/articles/FieldGuidetoDeveloper...