The workplace revolution isn't slowing down; it's accelerating. At our recent Voice of the Customer research launch breakfast, industry leaders gathered to dissect the fundamental shifts transforming how we think about office space, customer experience, and what truly drives value in today's market.
The panel brought together four voices representing different perspectives across the flexible…
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…
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…
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 …
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,…
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 …
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.…
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…
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…
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…
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.
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The growing popularity of flexible working doesn’t just represent a change in the way we work – it’s also a direct reflection of a transformation in the way we live.
As the adoption of fully-remote and hybrid working models continues, one of the main reasons to live in an expensive city centre shrinks in importance.…
