Three emerging trends due to remote work and its impact on office space design.
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Hybrid workforces are driving flexible office designs
A 2023 Gartner survey found that 63% of employees prefer a hybrid work model, balancing remote and in-office work. As a result, companies are moving away from traditional layouts of private offices in favour of flexible, collaborative spaces that support both individual and team-based activities.
Hot-desking, activity-based working, and multi-functional spaces are becoming the norm, allowing businesses to reduce their real estate footprint while maintaining an engaging office environment.
A hub for collaboration, not just work
With remote work now entrenched, the office has transformed into a collaboration hub where teams can meet for brainstorming, creativity, and culture-building. According to JLL’s 2023 Global Office Outlook, 70% of businesses are redesigning their offices to emphasise flexibility and collaboration over fixed desks and meeting rooms.
The future office is less about “space for work” and more about “space for connecting”—a place to foster innovation, culture, and social interaction that remote work often lacks.
Technology integration for seamless hybrid experiences
Technology is at the core of designing workspaces that can support both remote and in-office teams. From advanced video conferencing tools to IoT-enabled smart buildings that monitor space usage, technology is making hybrid work smoother.
CBRE’s 2024 Global Occupier Survey indicates that 73% of businesses are prioritising spaces with integrated technologies that support seamless collaboration, whether employees are in the office or working remotely.
