The world of work and the workplace has been continuously evolving, especially over the last few years. This has led occupiers and their advisors to reconsider the future use, design and space planning of their offices. This new research commissioned by the BCO examines the appropriate office density in the near future.

The report reflects the rise in people working from home and hot-desking when in the office, while simultaneously ensuring the workspace meets modern employers’ requirements to promote productivity and wellbeing, as well as targets to minimise carbon emissions. The study recommends a more generous allocation of space to meet employers’ current requirements to promote staff performance and comfort by providing a variety of settings in the workspace.