Coworking office space is the wave of the future, and an excellent solution for new businesses looking for a great place to work at a fraction of the cost of private office space. Like all great things, coworking can have some challenges for businesses too. Here are three common issues that can arise when coworking,… Read More »
There is no doubt that renting office space is an extremely important business decision. This will often be your clients’ very first impression of you and your company. It is also where your employees spend the majority of their time working. You want to make sure there are no problems. That is what the best… Read More »
Flexible workplaces are important to the success of a business. Employees devote an average of 9 hours a day to their jobs and some many more than that. Why? To enhance their standard of living and fulfill their goals for life (www.bls.gov/tus/charts). Employers want an office environment to maximize employee engagement, productivity and morale. Employers need… Read More »
According to a recent blog post written by Cindy Krischer Goodman, and published by the Miami Herald, one of the biggest movements of 2017 is likely to be the continued rise of flexible workplaces. Fueled by the Global Financial Crisis of 2008 and powered by a workplace now heavily inhabited by millennials — a group… Read More »
[panoembed]/VirtualTours/seattle/WorldTradeCenter/[/panoembed] Click Here to view in full screen (recommended) Interactive high definition 360-degree office space virtual tours are becoming more popular in the commercial rental industry. They provide an invaluable service to prospective tenants who want to ensure that buildings are a good fit before scheduling time consuming in-person walk-through tours. Virtual tours make it… Read More »
The famous dictum is that when you see an opportunity, you go for it. With the advanced technology taking over and the improved economy and living standards; the deep-seated idea of running their own business and where to open an office has taken a new turn among business people. When considering where to open an… Read More »
According to a recent article from the San Francisco Chronicle, the notion of coworking office space isn’t just a consideration for small to medium sized businesses. The idea is catching on with large tech companies, as well. IBM and Microsoft using outside Coworking Office Space Companies such as IBM and Microsoft, which already have open… Read More »
While many in the tech industry are trending toward exciting new office buildings that feature open plans and plenty of shared space, a recent article from TechRepublic warns that employee needs must be a factor in the design. In particular, the article notes, private spaces, quiet places, and smaller meeting areas need to be included.… Read More »
Research has repeatedly shown that the workplace itself can have a significant impact upon workers’ happiness and performance, affecting everything from productivity and morale to absenteeism and turnover. Therefore, working with an office design company to address issues with your office space planning layout can be well worth the investment. With that being said, many… Read More »
Are you wondering how a coworking office space would work for your business and your employees? A recent article from The Almanac provides an example of such a space and what it gives to those who work there. According to the article, “Spaces” — a 30,000 square-foot coworking facility opened in the Menlo Park area… Read More »
Leasing office space is usually a big step forward for your business. Usually it’s a very positive step, reflecting growth and optimism. It can get very complicated and it is easy to make mistakes. There are lots of decisions that have to be made and mistakes can be costly. Here are a few of them… Read More »
If your company needs office space but isn’t big enough to justify getting its own long term space yet, coworking office space offers you a viable alternative. They are particularly popular with entrepreneurs and smaller, newer businesses. Companies in a coworking space work together in communal spaces, sometimes having dedicated, assigned areas, and other times… Read More »
When one understands how, and where, employees get their work done, they are better able to create work places that improve performance and encourage innovation. For a decade, Gensler’s Workplace Study has cut through the noise to get to the root of what employees want. To fin out their needs in their workplace. To this… Read More »
I just completed the Pioneer Building Office Space virtual tour. Located in Seattle’s Pioneer Square, it is a historic building that was built in 1892. Fully updated, it provides all the modern conveniences businesses need. You need to see the atriums within in the building. Architecturally unique and was used as a method to bring… Read More »
A quick update on the Portland Office Space Market from our Local Portland Rep. The overall Portland market once again showed strong fundamentals in the 3rd quarter 2016. Positive office space absorption drove vacancy lower, rising quoted rental rates supported development feasibility in key submarkets, and businesses continued hiring. The Portland Office Space Market Although… Read More »
Viewing office space virtual tours will enhance your business’ ability to make sound office rental decisions. This is thanks to the benefits of high quality 360 degree panoramic photography, which greatly enhances the location features and provides you an understanding of what is offered thanks to visualization. Here is how office space virtual tours will… Read More »
When choosing office space, there are a lot of business-related things to consider, such as the location of the office and the cost of the lease. However, along with thinking about the business side of things, you also have to think about your employees. After all, they will be the ones who will be working… Read More »
Choosing the right office space for your business is vitally important. The location, size, layout and design of the space will have a major impact on how your company is perceived, and how productive you and your employees are. You can’t tell how a space will work for you until you’ve seen the interior and… Read More »
Over the summer we had a project to see how we could improve listing information for office space. We wanted to help those in need of office space have an easier job of deciding which would be best for their needs. We think we have done it with our 360° Interactive office space virtual tours! When… Read More »
It’s the little things that count when it comes to employee appreciation. Even low cost simple workplace strategies can make a big difference. It does not have to be an expensive complete overhaul of your office space. It’s been proven time and time again that happy employees = engaged employees = productive employees. A study from Warwick University proved that… Read More »