CHICAGO—Employers now largely recognize that to recruit and retain the best talent they need to provide welcoming office environments. But how to design those spaces, and how to differentiate them from the competition, has become the subject of much debate.

As a result, an increasing number of companies have launched initiatives meant to transform their offices into healthier spaces. Instead of cramped, airless rooms, and fast-food options for lunch, today's recruiter wants to show potential employees an office with fresh air and natural light, along with amenities that promote fitness and a healthy diet.

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Brian J. Rogal

Brian J. Rogal is a Chicago-based freelance writer with years of experience as an investigative reporter and editor, most notably at The Chicago Reporter, where he concentrated on housing issues. He also has written extensively on alternative energy and the payments card industry for national trade publications.