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WHY HYBRID ISN’T GOING ANYWHERE AND WHAT IT MEANS FOR YOUR FLOORPLATE
The hybrid revolution isn’t a trend, it’s a fundamental shift in how people work. While the headlines have moved on, the workplace has not returned to what it was pre-2020. Hybrid is here to stay. The question now is: what does that mean for your office space?
Whether you're a tenant planning your next move, a landlord rethinking your fit-out strategy, or an agent advising clients, the shape and strategy of your floorplate needs to evolve with the times.
Hybrid Isn’t Just About Headcount — It’s About Intent
Too often, workplace design still focuses on fitting people in. But in a hybrid-first model, success is about supporting why people come in, not just how many.
That means:
- Spaces that support collaboration, not just desks
- Breakout zones that encourage casual collision and culture
- Private areas for deep focus, without the distractions of home
- Amenities that make the commute worth it
Static Desking Is Out. Flexibility Is In.
Your floorplate needs to support fluid occupancy. That means designing for:
- Unpredictable peaks (e.g. Tuesday/Wednesday surges)
- Multi-use spaces (quiet zone by morning, huddle space by afternoon)
- Hot desks with integrated tech
- Meeting room equity, for in-person and virtual parity
A rigid 1:1 desk ratio no longer fits most organisations, nor does it make the best use of expensive square footage.
Today’s floorplate must flex around moments — not schedules. The future of work is dynamic, not fixed.
Data-Led Design = Floorplate That Works Harder
Many companies are turning to workplace consultancy and utilisation data to inform their design — and rightly so.
Using insights from:
- Badge swipes
- Meeting room bookings
- Employee surveys
- Sensor data
… businesses are optimising layouts, reducing underused space, and reconfiguring for better productivity.
What This Means for Tenants
Future-proofing: Leases are long, but needs change. Choose floorplates that can flex.
Attraction & retention: A great office is now a talent tool, not a default.
Efficiency: Hybrid design can reduce your footprint without reducing experience.
What This Means for Landlords & Agents
Lettable appeal: Floorplates that support hybrid (zones, tech, breakout) lease faster.
Repositioning assets: Reconfiguring older spaces with hybrid in mind increases long-term value.
Marketing advantage: Agents that understand hybrid-first design stand out.
Final Thought: The Best Floorplates Serve People, Not Headcounts
Hybrid is about people, purpose, and presence — not policy.
If your space doesn’t support why people show up, they won’t.
Design accordingly. And if you need help translating hybrid goals into real-world layouts — we’d love to talk.
