No one ever designs an office space thinking, "This is going to be the least productive space possible." But when employees don't understand the best ways to utilize an office layout, their thinking can quickly and unintentionally turn this way. For example, take the debate over open-office plans that's been brewing on social media. It's a hot one, sparking strong feelings from people either defending or hating the space where they spend half of their waking hours. Employers who choose this plan, however, see its benefits clearly.