I look for a place that is challenging and give me access to people smarter than myself and the resources I need.
Fast computers, good music, plenty of sugar and caffeine.
Comfortable chairs. We site for hours and need chairs that will keep us focused on work and not on our back!
Did I mentions fast computers! Macs preferably! I just rocked a new 27" iMac and everyone hates me now : )
If you want people to act like they are on top of their game, you need to put them there. Look at Apple. They expect EVERYTHING from their employees and from what I hear, they give them everything they need to achieve that.
Just to be sure, did I mention dual 27" monitors and free skittles? Just saying : )
And for the love of Pete, the fastest internet connection you can give!!!!!!!!!
SEOmoze membership.
A visit from Rand would be VERY cool
Environment that allows me to walk around and brainstorm ideas and get feedback.
But not one that is very noisy. Sometimes we need to concentrate (myself on code) and need some quiet time. So perhaps a place to go and work for certain things and the desk for others.
is this what you are looking for?