Creating a flexible workspace requires a different approach than creating a conventional office. The aim is to maximize profitability, even if it means stretching boundaries. Efficiency is key, but it must go beyond optimizing space for people to work optimally. A modern flexible workspace can have up to 90% of positions in a private office format, prioritizing large-capacity offices to minimize investment. Common areas are basically of three types: outdoor spaces, intermediate areas on different floors, and dining/event areas. Comfort is critical and includes natural light, artificial light, acoustic insulation, and air conditioning, which are essential elements to provide comfort to people. The privacy users seek is more acoustic than visual, at least when it comes to offices. It is essential to choose a style that withstands the test of time, minimizes non-essential interventions, and does not overshadow the corporate image of potential clients. Revenue streams are crucial, and it is necessary to know how the client plans to generate income and what services and activities will take place. Operations must be well-thought-out, including maintenance, and space must be designed to minimize the team’s workload.
Creating a flexible workspace requires thinking about privacy, security, flexibility, adaptability, and design optimization to minimize workload, as well as maximizing profitability. It is essential to choose a style that withstands the test of time, consider revenue streams, and plan for operations and maintenance.
