Zoe Ellis-Moore, Author at Spaces to Places

Why 71% of Workers Would Return for the Right Experience

Industry Knowledge17 September 202511KViews 2Likes 0Comments

The UK office market has been asking the wrong question. For five years, we've obsessed over "how many days" workers should be in the office. But new research reveals we should have been asking "what kind of experience" would bring them back voluntarily. The Voice of the Customer 2025 report, based on a comprehensive analysis…

The Flex Office Debate – Key Insights from UKREiiF 2025

Industry Knowledge11 June 202511KViews 2Likes 0Comments

When institutional landlords like British Land and Landsec start launching their own flexible office brands, you know the market has reached an inflection point. The emergence of these "brandlords" signals a fundamental shift in how the commercial real estate establishment views flexible workspace. What was once seen as a disruptive has transformed into a potential…

How Local Coworking Spaces Help Drive Local Economies

Industry Knowledge, Opinion15 May 20254KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Coworking spaces are more than just a flexible work environment; they are powerful tools for boosting local economies. By offering professionals, freelancers, and small businesses a dynamic place to work, coworking hubs create a ripple effect that benefits the community as a whole. Here's how coworking spaces are making an impact locally: Supporting Local Businesses …

The UK Flex Office Market: The Great Divide and the Rise of Hospitality-Led Workspaces

Industry Knowledge, Opinion, Research21 March 20255KViews 0Likes 0Comments

It’s been five years since the pandemic turned the world of work upside down. In that time, expectations have skyrocketed, competition has intensified, and the best operators have evolved to meet the demands of a new workforce. But the market is splitting, on one side, hospitality-driven, premium providers are raising the bar for workspace experiences,…

Why Coworking Spaces Outshine Working from Home

Industry Knowledge, Opinion, Research18 March 20254KViews 0Likes 0Comments

With the rise of remote work, professionals are faced with a dilemma: should they embrace the comfort of working from home or invest in a coworking space? While home offices can feel cosy, coworking spaces are quickly becoming the go-to option for those who value productivity, collaboration, and work-life balance. Here’s why. Coworking Boosts Productivity …

The Cost of Coworking Space vs Coffee Shop: Why Coworking Wins

Industry Knowledge, Opinion, Research17 February 20255KViews 0Likes 0Comments

If you’re debating whether to work from a coworking space or a coffee shop, you’re not alone. Both offer unique environments for remote workers, freelancers, and small business owners. But when it comes to cost, productivity, and value, coworking spaces have the edge. Let’s explore why choosing a coworking space might be the smarter choice.…

The best coworking industry events to attend in 2025

Events30 January 20255KViews 0Likes 0Comments

The coworking sector is growing faster than ever as it steps up to fill the new demand created by a broader move towards hybrid and flexible working models. That means there’s more news than ever to keep up with and a bigger community to engage with. And, while both of those things are possible online…

Top 9 Coworking Companies In The UK by number of locations – Spaces to Places

Industry Knowledge15 January 202511KViews 2Likes 0Comments

From bustling city office hubs to neighbourhood workplaces, the UK flexible workspace market (Coworking and serviced offices) is diverse, with established giants and rising stars vying for dominance. Although the majority of the coworking and serviced office market in UK is made up of small operators with less than 6 locations, with the biggest flexible…

The Ultimate Guide to Marketing Your Flexspace Office: Unlocking Success with SEO, Google Paid Ads, and Social Media

Marketing, Strategy6 December 20241KViews 0Likes 0Comments

We had the pleasure of moderating the marketing session Coworking Europe conference in Sofia, with panellist from Brain Embassy, Unicorn Workspaces and Cloudworks. Inspired by this session, we thought we would write a blog to explore the key benefits of using SEO (Search Engine Optimisation), Google Paid Ads, and social media to market your flexspace…

London Flex Brand Index: A Snapshot of the City’s Thriving Flexible Workspace Market

Industry Knowledge, Research6 December 20241KViews 0Likes 0Comments

London's flexible workspace market has evolved into one of the most dynamic and competitive sectors in recent years. The city serves as a hub for business innovation and is the epicentre of flexible office solutions, attracting providers and clients from around the world. As the number of competitors in this space continues to grow, the…

How to cater for specific sectors as a flexspace operator

Industry Knowledge, Marketing, Strategy26 January 20242KViews 0Likes 0Comments

We’ve become accustomed to the idea that a workspace means an office space, but not everybody wants or needs the same things from their workspace. Businesses from varying sectors have entirely different boxes to tick when it comes to the place they work, with implications on everything from their ideal workspace’s amenities to its brand…

How to scale your flexspace business while staying true to your vision

Industry Knowledge, Marketing, Strategy12 October 20232KViews 0Likes 0Comments

The flexspace market is still growing, with the total number of serviced offices in the UK rising by 3% in 2021 and 5% in 2022. And the general consensus is that growth isn’t about to slow down, with industry figures predicting that flexspace will take up 20-30% of the total office market by 2030. …