This year, companies are all about solutions that make running a company easier so executives can stay focused on what matters most. Here are five trends shaping the workplace:
The Next Generation of Live, Work, Play
The next evolution of live, work, play neighborhoods where everything is within minutes is coming. Look out for the emergence of master-planned sites with workplaces, housing, dining, shopping and more all integrated into a single property.
Flex Space over Subleasing
Following a flurry of subleasing activity, unforeseen drawbacks will drive a shift to direct leases of flexible workspace. Subleased spaces may offer quick move-in, but they can come with expensive surprises. Flex spaces, on the other hand, offer quick move-in with the added benefits of personalization, customized lease terms and a direct landlord relationship with no hidden costs.
Better Time in the Office
With 3-5 days per week in the office now the norm, companies are shifting their focus from facilitating hybrid work to creating an in-office experience employees love. Premium design, experiential amenities and locations that talent want to come to are all key workplace considerations in 2025.
Buildings with Built-In Sustainability
Sustainability-minded companies will be looking for workplaces that make it easier to reduce their carbon footprint and energy use, seeking out buildings with all-electric energy and features like solar panels and EV charging to help them achieve their goals.
Furniture Layouts That Can Evolve
Forward-looking companies are prioritizing furniture that allows for flexible layouts, making it easy to adjust space as your team’s needs evolve. They will leverage solutions like Irvine Company’s partnership with MillerKnoll, which makes it easy for our customers to access personalized furniture solutions at preferred prices.
