I’m instantly put off a workplace if the working environment is noisy. Having worked in an open plan office for five years, I can vouch for unproductive this layout can be! However there are ways to dampen the acoustics and arrange your office in a way that promotes productivity. Partition walls, plants, colours and even and lighting play a big role in creating a productive and highly efficient workplace. You can find loads of ideas online, but this article lists a few of my favourites: https://www.business.com/articles/workspace-design-for-productivity/
