How Workspaces are Bracing Themselves for the Future

​In the changing workspace environment, traditional office spaces have undergone significant transformation to meet tenants' evolving needs and demands. Workplaces face the rise of remote work, especially post-pandemic.

According to statistics, the number of office staff who worked full-time from home significantly increased post-pandemic. The shift to remote work led to massive underutilization of office space. As organizations welcome back staff into a full-time office or hybrid arrangement, office real estate investors must develop strategies to make their spaces attractive and competitive.

Including workplace relaxation spaces allows staff to take a break from the physical and mental demands associated with workspaces. A quiet corner in the office, meditation room, or games room allows staff to take a break and recharge. Modern office spaces are also focusing on good lighting, as it has a major impact on employee well-being and productivity. Proper lighting improves alertness, which ultimately lowers workplace errors.

Some expect that sustainability practices will dominate future workspaces among staff. Some office workers want to perform their duties in a conducive environment that embraces sustainability. Common sustainability practices, including the use of renewable energy sources, such as solar, the addition of plants and landscaping designs, and proper waste reduction and management practices, such as recycling, promote staff engagement at work.

John Hofmann, Wilmette

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