Industry Knowledge Archives - Spaces to Places

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

Industry Knowledge, Opinion, Research21 March 20254KViews 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 20253KViews 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 When…

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

Industry Knowledge, Opinion, Research17 February 20254KViews 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…

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

Industry Knowledge15 January 20259KViews 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…

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

Industry Knowledge, Research6 December 2024419Views 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. …

The Best Places To Work Remotely

Industry Knowledge, Research21 August 20232KViews 0Likes 0Comments

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.…

Why become a B Corp in the Flex Workspace Sector?

Industry Knowledge15 June 20231KViews 0Likes 0Comments

At Spaces to Places we are thrilled to see flex office operators leading the way in the property sector by providing public social impact reporting and increasing the number of B Corps in the sector. But why do businesses invest so much time and effort into getting this certification? B Corp is a certification for…

List of B Corps in the Flex Workspace Sector

Industry Knowledge15 June 20231KViews 0Likes 0Comments

At Spaces to Places we are thrilled to see flex office operators leading the way in the property sector by providing public social impact reporting and increasing the number of B Corps in the sector. Here is a list of the flexible operators and landlords leading the way in this space and the property market. Click on…

Landlords: Look to the flexspace sector

Industry Knowledge24 May 20232KViews 0Likes 0Comments

The flexspace sector continues to grow year-on-year. The latest UK-wide Instant data recorded a 22% increase in demand for flexible spaces from 2021 to 2022. With this growth comes opportunity – not only for existing flexspace brands but also for commercial landlords. We’re here to break down the opportunity for landlords considering whether they should…

Emerging flexspace technologies and how they’ll change the way we work

Industry Knowledge10 January 20232KViews 2Likes 0Comments

The flexible workspace sector is still growing, with Instant Offices’ 2022 Flex Market Review showing demand up 22% compared to 2021. Far from resting on their laurels, though, flexspace operators and landlords are constantly pursuing new ways to improve their offering. And, with the rate of technological innovation in the world seemingly higher than ever,…