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Creating high-quality workspaces In our towns and cities, high quality #office spaces are more than places to do business. They have a pivotal role to play in reviltalising #communities. In our latest #blog, Development Director, Simon Dew, discusses how high-quality workspaces contribute to communities and what it takes to create a successful one. Reflecting on the development of #OneCityPark in #Bradford, the blog highlights important factors in creating a high-quality office. "It’s vital that our places of work are embedded into the fabric of a place and that means workplaces that are active parts of their towns and cities, rather than being forgotten in an out-of-town office park." Simon Dew Read more: https://lnkd.in/eR6qGYuJ #placemaking #regeneration #partnership

Boosting apartment living with communal workspaces that cultivate collaboration! Is it possible to have an apartment living experience by incorporating communal workspaces that inspire collaboration among residents? We say YES! I'm all for communal spaces that promote well-being! Whether it's brainstorming sessions, networking events, or shared projects, even Doughnut Fridays...these spaces are important to foster a sense of community that enhances the overall living experience. #multifamilyspaces #multifamilyconstruction #coworking #constructiontrends

Interesting from Joe Averill about what he's hearing on the ground with office clients. Same theme apparent in other sectors from what I've seen recently, particularly industrial/logistics. Think it's fair to say the days of being able to get away with putting crap properties on the market are receding fast. People and businesses want something better and they want it now. Great time for developers to upgrade existing properties and make sure new builds are sustainable, high spec and versatile.

Companies renting space with us already know that we don’t just manage an office or building. We have developed our bespoke philosophy of office/building/campus management, in which we think holistically about our tenants and their needs. We don’t just construct buildings. We own them, manage and nurture communities living and working within. We believe that hospitality creates community. We make sure that through our hospitality programs tenants and staff feel a sense of belonging to a lively neighbourhood where you know there is always something happening. From laser tag to food truck festivals, inspiring talks and music nights, we put on social events that make the commute worth it. From giant outdoor chess and kids parades, to places for relaxation in the nature – office campuses should be anything but boring. Homegrown events create a sense of fun, togetherness and community. It is all about creating natural opportunities for people to gather, connect and enjoy themselves. #ProjectbyVastint #VastintPoland #officemanagement #community #modernofficeinPoland #officeinWarsaw #officeinPoznan #OfficeinGdynia #OfficeinWroclaw 

What is Coworking? It’s community. It’s not working from home because you miss having other people around. It’s claiming your house back as a home. It’s only paying for your desk space but getting access to meeting rooms, kitchens and break out areas. It’s the flexibility of only giving a month’s notice and not being tied down to a long contract. It’s working around awesome people from many different diverse backgrounds. It’s working from a space that inspires you to do your best work. It’s a space to bring your favourite four legged friend. It’s a space to get the job done. Is it something you need? Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/er9pARcq #lovewhereyouwork #coworking #coworkingspace #hotdesk #officespace #meetingroom #businesscommunity #carlisle #cumbria

🌟 Experience the Perfect Blend of Connection, Community, Collaboration, and Coworking at TFN / Site B! 🌟 At The Fountainhead Network & Site B Community Centre, we offer more than just desks and wifi. Here’s why you’ll love working here: ✨ Connection: Build relationships with professionals across industries in a space designed to foster meaningful connections. 🤝 Community: Become part of a supportive, diverse community that values your creativity and ideas. 🔗 Collaboration: From group brainstorms to casual interactions, our open space encourages you to collaborate easily. 💻 Coworking: Flexible workspaces with inviting seating areas, perfect for working solo or meeting up with others to get things done. If you're looking for a vibrant environment where work meets community, TFN & Site B is your go-to destination. #community #coworking #collaboration #connection #portmoody #pomo #vancouver #coworkingspace #coworkinglife #coworkingcommunity #thefountainheadnetwork #siteb #networking

Co-living and co-working spaces are growing trends driven by changing work patterns and housing affordability issues. They offer practical solutions for modern living and working, addressing the needs for flexible workspaces, affordable housing, and community support. #mythbuster #realestate #coworkingspaces #mumbairealestateadvisory #theguardiansrealestateadvisory #millenialsvsgenz

Southport has always been a stunning place to live - now it’s fast becoming one of the best places in the Liverpool city region where people can work too. Forget the commute. The big city. The bustle. If you’re a remote worker, hybrid worker, creative or freelancer, then there is lots of space where you can work at times and a frequency to suit your work and your lifestyle. I’ve published features this week on Southport’s first ever co-working space, Werksy, and the new arts, dining and theatre space, The Fool, opening soon underneath it. I’ve blogged today about The Engine Room a flourishing space for creatives and freelancers which is developing rapidly throughout some of the vacant units inside the historic Wayfarers Shopping Arcade. This site is next - the new Southport Enterprise Arcade, being developed by Sefton Council through the vision of K2 Architects as one of the initiatives from Southport Town Deal. There’s been excellent support for these spaces through the likes of Southport BID and Southport College. There are tons of excellent local, independent coffee shops where you can open a laptop and work away: let me know where you recommend. It’s come a long way since I grabbed my laptop at the start of Stand Up For Southport four years ago and struggled to find somewhere suitable to base myself. Now we are seeing more options. It’s something we need to build on as one of the great USPs for Southport. Working in them is a great opportunity for start ups, small businesses and creatives to build contacts, learn and flourish together. The extra footfall in the town centre will support other local businesses such as cafes, shops and restaurants. Funding could really accelerate what these co-working spaces can achieve. I’m really excited at being part of Southport’s co-working space and watching it develop #StandUpForSouthport #southport #coworking #regeneration #place

As I step out of the office for a well-deserved break, I want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible journey over the past four weeks since transitioning to the role of Operations Support Manager at Housing 21. We've made significant strides in operational development, staff, and tenant satisfaction, and I'm proud to share some key milestones: 🌳 Tree Surveying: Over 130 trees have been surveyed and quoted for vital works, thanks to the fantastic support from Parkin Contractors Ltd David Parkin. This initiative is crucial for enhancing the safety and beauty of our green spaces. 🏢 External Cleaning Works: We scoped out all 23 schemes for external cleaning with Bell. Our goal is to rejuvenate our properties aesthetically by removing moss, conducting high-level canopy cleans, and refreshing walkway hard surfaces and renderings. 🔔 Fire Alarm Monitoring: We've initiated a program to transfer our external fire alarm monitoring to DFP Services, with two successful transfers already completed. We're also coordinating the installation of lines for off-site warden call monitoring across all schemes. 🔧 Local Repairs Collaboration: In a fantastic collaboration with multiple local suppliers, we've allocated a significant number of multi-trader repairs from the transfer of our extra care sites. Working with dedicated partners like Churchill Integrated Services and ACG Building Services Ltd , we're aiming to boost our repairs satisfaction while achieving a first-time fix. 🍽️ Revitalized Forums: We've reinvigorated dedicated forums, including our catering & activity forum, providing key colleagues with a platform to voice their ideas and collaborate. Our first task? Celebrating Housing 21's 60th birthday alongside our tenants! 💬 Service Charge Discussions: We're approaching a significant milestone as we begin discussions around service charges with our tenants. We're excited to introduce them to choices & consensus and consult them on selecting our 2025 local contractors. To aid understanding, we’ve produced key materials explaining the benefits of transitioning from fixed to variable service charges. It's been a busy and rewarding start, and I can't wait to see what November holds for us! Tracy Jones Housing 21

If you want to get your employees in the office, make it convenient for THEM. When we moved office from Pershore to Worcester, I was leaving behind my 10-minute commute. But my commute doesn't matter compared to my employees. And our office location was making it hard for current employees and undesirable for future employees. The reality is, creating an office that works for your team isn’t just about having nice desks or free coffee. It's also about: a) Accessibility - is it easy to get to for most people? AND b) Local amenities - are there nice pubs or food around for activities outside of work? Most importantly, it's about designing a workplace that your team WANTS to work in. Because a happy, engaged team is the foundation of any successful business. Agree?