Google Office - Zurich

Anyone that has worked at a place like this knows it's just a giant PR stunt. The colorful gizmos, novelty workspaces were more of an annoying than fun, and nobody used them unless there were journalists around.<p>I'd rather have some nice outdoor space than a zany gondola any day.

That looks great, but I couldn't work in an office with such a large window and no blinds. The glare would be too much.I'd retreat with a laptop to one of those circular objects and shut the door.

Anyone else find this somewhat cringe-enducing?

I visited the Zurich office as a guest. Inside, there are areas with lots of social activity (and loud), and also many areas (offices, really) of total silence, calmness, and good natural light everywhere. Lots of glass walls with plants and posters to create privacy. The pictures in the link only show the funky areas--a minor fraction. Overall it looked like a great place to work at.