{"id":5438,"date":"2026-01-18T04:45:05","date_gmt":"2026-01-18T04:45:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/?p=5438"},"modified":"2026-01-16T05:43:02","modified_gmt":"2026-01-16T05:43:02","slug":"zoho-office-redefining-workplace-design-beyond-the-glass-box","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/2026\/01\/18\/zoho-office-redefining-workplace-design-beyond-the-glass-box\/","title":{"rendered":"Zoho Office \u2014 Redefining workplace design beyond the glass box"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"archi-2007788541\" class=\"archi-before-content-horizontal-2 archi-entity-placement\"><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script>\r\n<!-- Horizontal responsive -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1313562808736279\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"4811561488\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\r\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><\/div><div id=\"archi-3624413219\" class=\"archi-before-content-horizontal archi-entity-placement\"><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script>\r\n<!-- Horizontal responsive -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1313562808736279\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"4811561488\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\r\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><\/div><p><!--StartFragment --><\/p>\n<p class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\">Zoho Corporation <\/span><span class=\"cf1\">\u2014<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> a globally successful Indian software company <\/span><span class=\"cf1\">\u2014<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> is not only disrupting the tech world with its robust cloud-based productivity platforms and business software, but also with an unconventional vision of office design and workplace culture that challenges stereotypical corporate architecture. In an era when tech workspaces are often defined by glass towers and cookie-cutter floors, Zoho\u2019s approach <\/span><span class=\"cf1\">\u2014<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> rooted in regional identity, nature integration, and human-centric design <\/span><span class=\"cf1\">\u2014<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> offers an intriguing case study for architects, designers, and workplace strategists alike.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\"><strong>A Distributed Network of Offices<\/strong><br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"cf0\">Zoho\u2019s office footprint spans multiple countries and architectural expressions, a reflection of its expanding global presence and decentralised hiring philosophy. Headquartered in Chennai, India, the company operates offices across Asia, the United States, and beyond, with major campuses and satellite workspaces in Chennai, Tenkasi, Renigunta, Nagpur, Kochi, and other cities including Singapore and Beijing.<\/span><\/p><div id=\"archi-1683411546\" class=\"archi-in-content-square archi-entity-placement\"><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script>\r\n<!-- Square responsive -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1313562808736279\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"2313495938\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\r\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><\/div><div id=\"archi-2561766263\" class=\"archi-in-content-square-2 archi-entity-placement\"><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script>\r\n<!-- Square responsive -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1313562808736279\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"2313495938\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\r\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><\/div>\n<p class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\">Rather than concentrating all talent into one towering headquarters, Zoho embraces a hub-and-spoke model, decentralising work to tier-2 and tier-3 cities, as well as rural locations. This strategy reduces migration pressures on metropolitan cities and nurtures local talent pools <\/span><span class=\"cf1\">\u2014<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> a radical departure from conventional corporate clustering.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_5471\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-5471\" style=\"width: 840px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img data-dominant-color=\"69777c\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #69777c;\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"not-transparent size-large wp-image-5471\" src=\"https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Zoho-office-2-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Zoho-office-2-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Zoho-office-2-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Zoho-office-2-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Zoho-office-2-170x96.png 170w, https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Zoho-office-2-370x208.png 370w, https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Zoho-office-2-780x439.png 780w, https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Zoho-office-2-150x84.png 150w, https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Zoho-office-2.png 1344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-5471\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Zoho office<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"pf0\"><strong><span class=\"cf0\">Architectural Philosophy <\/span><span class=\"cf1\">\u2014<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"cf0\"><strong> Beyond the Glass Syndrome<\/strong><br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"><strong>Breaking the Corporate Mold<\/strong><br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"cf0\">Zoho openly rejects the ubiquitous \u201cglass box\u201d office typology commonly found in global tech parks. In its Tharuvai campus, for instance, the architecture celebrates regional vernacular influences such as Kerala\u2019s traditional forms and agraharam houses of Tamil Nadu, blending them with thoughtful workplace planning. The result is an office that feels more like a cultural environment than a corporate cage <\/span><span class=\"cf1\">\u2014<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> a strategy that consciously makes the workplace relatable to employees\u2019 lived experiences.<\/span><\/p><div id=\"archi-3366377072\" class=\"archi-horizontal-in-content archi-entity-placement\"><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script>\r\n<!-- Horizontal responsive -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1313562808736279\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"4811561488\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\r\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><\/div>\n<p class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\">Key design elements here include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\">Serene riverfront landscaping that enhances the campus environment.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\">Tranquil verandas and walkways that encourage circulation and informal interactions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\">Use of local, climate-appropriate materials such as clay tiles and terracotta, which also improve energy efficiency and reduce reliance on artificial cooling.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\">Structural elements inspired by local temple geometry <\/span><span class=\"cf1\">\u2014<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> including wind-redirecting building forms <\/span><span class=\"cf1\">\u2014<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> which enhance natural ventilation.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\">These choices underscore Zoho\u2019s commitment to architectural sustainability and cultural resonance, moving away from generic big-box structures to spaces that feel rooted in place.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_5459\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-5459\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img data-dominant-color=\"4d6c8c\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #4d6c8c;\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"not-transparent size-full wp-image-5459\" src=\"https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Zoho-office2-jpg.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"750\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Zoho-office2-jpg.webp 1000w, https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Zoho-office2-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Zoho-office2-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Zoho-office2-147x110.webp 147w, https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Zoho-office2-333x250.webp 333w, https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Zoho-office2-725x544.webp 725w, https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Zoho-office2-150x113.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-5459\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Zoho office<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"pf0\"><strong><span class=\"cf0\">Tenkasi Office <\/span><span class=\"cf1\">\u2014<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"cf0\"><strong> Nature as Workplace Catalyst<\/strong><br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"cf0\">One of Zoho\u2019s most talked-about workspaces <\/span><span class=\"cf1\">\u2014<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> the Tenkasi campus <\/span><span class=\"cf1\">\u2014<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> exemplifies how architecture, climate, and nature can harmonise. Shared by founder <a href=\"https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/2026\/01\/05\/inside-zoho-founder-sridhar-vembus-house-a-billionaires-rural-home-built-on-vernacular-architecture-and-sustainability\/\">Sridhar Vembu<\/a> on social media, the design showcases open courtyards that flood into pond-like spaces during monsoon rains, creating a workspace that literally becomes part of nature\u2019s rhythm.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\">Inspired by the traditional Tamil \u201cmuttram\u201d <\/span><span class=\"cf1\">\u2014<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> a central courtyard commonly found in South Indian homes <\/span><span class=\"cf1\">\u2014<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> this layout brings:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\">Sunlight, fresh air, and rainwater into the heart of daily work life.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\">A sense of serenity and connection that many employees and social media observers praised as revitalising.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\">An architectural narrative that bridges traditional domestic spatial language with modern corporate functions.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\">This focus on ecological design and place-based aesthetics makes the Tenkasi office not just a technical workplace, but a holistic environment that supports wellbeing and creativity.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_5463\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-5463\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img data-dominant-color=\"8e8766\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #8e8766;\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"not-transparent size-full wp-image-5463\" src=\"https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Sridhar-Vembu-in-front-of-his-Zoho-office-in-Mathalamparai-village-of-Tenkasi-jpg.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Sridhar-Vembu-in-front-of-his-Zoho-office-in-Mathalamparai-village-of-Tenkasi-jpg.webp 900w, https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Sridhar-Vembu-in-front-of-his-Zoho-office-in-Mathalamparai-village-of-Tenkasi-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Sridhar-Vembu-in-front-of-his-Zoho-office-in-Mathalamparai-village-of-Tenkasi-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Sridhar-Vembu-in-front-of-his-Zoho-office-in-Mathalamparai-village-of-Tenkasi-165x110.webp 165w, https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Sridhar-Vembu-in-front-of-his-Zoho-office-in-Mathalamparai-village-of-Tenkasi-370x247.webp 370w, https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Sridhar-Vembu-in-front-of-his-Zoho-office-in-Mathalamparai-village-of-Tenkasi-780x520.webp 780w, https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Sridhar-Vembu-in-front-of-his-Zoho-office-in-Mathalamparai-village-of-Tenkasi-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-5463\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sridhar Vembu in front of his Zoho office in Mathalamparai village of Tenkasi<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"pf0\"><strong><span class=\"cf0\">Rural and Small-Town Offices <\/span><span class=\"cf1\">\u2014<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"cf0\"><strong> Redefining Work Geography<\/strong><br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"cf0\">Zoho\u2019s architectural strategy extends beyond aesthetics; it embodies geo-social transformation. In Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu <\/span><span class=\"cf1\">\u2014<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> a city with a population far smaller than typical tech hubs <\/span><span class=\"cf1\">\u2014<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> Zoho\u2019s campus is designed in a traditional South Indian style, with sloping roofs, sprawling single-story units, and lush green surroundings. This approach integrates local building traditions with contemporary work needs, fostering comfort and cultural familiarity while also signalling tech work\u2019s decentralised future.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\">In these rural offices:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\">Wood-panelled interiors and comfortable workspaces evoke regional architectural identity.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\">Green spaces around structures ensure visual and environmental connectivity to nature.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\">This model challenges the assumption that high-tech work must be urban, dense, and enclosed <\/span><span class=\"cf1\">\u2014<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> opening doors for new paradigms in workplace planning.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_5460\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-5460\" style=\"width: 960px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img data-dominant-color=\"434a50\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #434a50;\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"not-transparent size-full wp-image-5460\" src=\"https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Zoho-office-jpg.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"960\" height=\"960\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Zoho-office-jpg.webp 960w, https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Zoho-office-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Zoho-office-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Zoho-office-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Zoho-office-110x110.webp 110w, https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Zoho-office-250x250.webp 250w, https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Zoho-office-544x544.webp 544w, https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Zoho-office-96x96.webp 96w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-5460\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Zoho office<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"pf0\"><strong><span class=\"cf0\">Infopark Kochi Collaboration <\/span><span class=\"cf1\">\u2014<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"cf0\"><strong> Inclusive Workspaces<\/strong><br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"cf0\">Zoho\u2019s recent office presence in Ernakulam\u2019s \u201ci by Infopark\u201d coworking facility further demonstrates its adaptive approach to office environments. Occupying a full floor in this innovative space, Zoho\u2019s design emphasises wellness, inclusivity, and flexibility, with interiors featuring soft pastel palettes and amenities aimed at enhancing comfort and collaboration.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\">The i by Infopark building itself <\/span><span class=\"cf1\">\u2014<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> Kerala\u2019s first neurodiversity-friendly coworking space <\/span><span class=\"cf1\">\u2014<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> is designed with floors themed around sensory experiences, catering to individuals with autism, ADHD, and other conditions. Zoho\u2019s integration within this environment aligns with its broader ethos of supportive, people-centric workspace design.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\">Design Implications for Architects and Planners<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\">Zoho\u2019s office design strategies offer several takeaways for architects and workplace designers:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\"><strong>Cultural Integration:<\/strong> Embedding regional architectural vocabulary <\/span><span class=\"cf1\">\u2014<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> from materials to spatial forms <\/span><span class=\"cf1\">\u2014<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> fosters identity and belonging within corporate environments.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\"><strong>Nature-Integrated Workplaces:<\/strong> Using open courtyards, water features, and natural landscaping enhances wellbeing and creates dynamic spatial experiences.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\"><strong>Decentralised Workspace Models:<\/strong> Breaking away from urban cores into rural and small-town contexts can unlock new talent pools and diversify architectural expressions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\"><strong>Human-Centred Inclusion:<\/strong> Designing for accessibility and sensory diversity <\/span><span class=\"cf1\">\u2014<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> particularly within coworking and shared spaces <\/span><span class=\"cf1\">\u2014<\/span><span class=\"cf0\"> is becoming a key ingredient in future workplace design.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"pf0\"><span class=\"cf0\">Zoho\u2019s offices are more than mere workspaces; they are architectural statements about how work, culture, nature, and locality can coexist. From the courtyard-centred Tenkasi campus to culturally evocative rural setups and inclusive coworking floors in Kochi, Zoho proves that workplace architecture can extend beyond glass towers to places that nourish body, mind, and community. For architects and designers, Zoho\u2019s evolving portfolio offers rich insights into how contextual design, sustainability, and human wellbeing can shape the offices of tomorrow.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id='gallery-1' class='gallery galleryid-5438 gallery-columns-4 gallery-size-thumbnail'><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/2026\/01\/18\/zoho-office-redefining-workplace-design-beyond-the-glass-box\/zoho-office2\/'><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Zoho-office2-150x150.webp\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail not-transparent\" alt=\"Zoho office2\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" aria-describedby=\"gallery-1-5459\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Zoho-office2-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Zoho-office2-96x96.webp 96w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" data-dominant-color=\"4d6c8c\" style=\"--dominant-color: #4d6c8c;\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<figcaption class='wp-caption-text gallery-caption' id='gallery-1-5459'>\n\t\t\t\tZoho office\n\t\t\t\t<\/figcaption><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/2026\/01\/18\/zoho-office-redefining-workplace-design-beyond-the-glass-box\/zoho-office\/'><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Zoho-office-150x150.webp\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail not-transparent\" alt=\"Zoho office\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" aria-describedby=\"gallery-1-5460\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.archidust.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Zoho-office-150x150.webp 150w, 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