A Directors’ Guide to Finding The Right Office in London in 2019

Finding a new office space can feel like a daunting task, with so many variables to consider it can be hard to start the search. Luckily, after 25 years in the industry, we can help sort the chaos and focus on what really matters. Below is our guide to finding the perfect co-working space in London.

Location

Location is key when looking for a new office space, with lots of things to consider. When looking for a new space think about transport links, who your neighbours will be, how it effects your image and reputation, if your near options for lunch and coffee, and how easy it is to find you. Essentially, it’s important to cater to your Staff, consider these questions before you start your search. To see whats available in your area look here.

Amenities

There are a few essential things to consider when viewing a property, your staff will need access to parking, meeting rooms, effective WiFi, printers, telephones and computers, to name just a few. Serviced offices will source most of these as part of your lease, but you’ll need to ask. Another bonus of coworking offices are all the added extras increasingly found in these properties, whether it’s showers, creative breakout areas, fully equipped kitchens or even communal gardens for staff well-being. Get the most out of your staff by getting more from your office space. 

Design

Your office should let in the light, have open spaces and attract talent and clients to your business. It’s important to consider your industry when looking at office space. If you’re a creative agency you’re looking for breakout spaces and collaborative opportunities but if you’re a legal firm, you’ll need privacy, with call booths and closed meeting rooms. Consider your industry and how your staff operates to narrow the search for office space. 

Community

Finding like-minded tenants is key to an effective work environment. You want motivated, creative individuals who can help you develop your ideas and team. So if you are a media company, you’ll thrive in a creative hub rather than a legal focused space and vice versa. The benefits of collaboration are helping big businesses as well as startups looking to grow, Google have even opened their own collaborative campus. If community isn’t something you’ve considered, you should think about it now!

Price

While looking for co-working space you need to find somewhere that offers benefits and promotion to your team to get the most out of your flexible work space contract. You should also think long term, find somewhere where it is possible to expand, this will help you save on price in the long term.

It’s important to find an office that suits your specific needs, independent searches will provide you with so many options you may be tempted to settle for the wrong option. Luckily, our consultants can find your new space so you don’t have to. If you want to know more enquire here.