How Much Office Space Do You Really Need?
Businesses often rent too much space because they imagine future growth. Then half the office becomes expensive storage.
Businesses often rent too much space because they imagine future growth. Then half the office becomes expensive storage.
Start with actual headcount
Count staff, meeting needs, storage and customer areas.
Include
- Workstations
- Meeting room
- Reception
- Pantry
- Server or storage if needed
Think about growth realistically
If you expect to add two people, you do not need space for twenty.
Plan for
- 12 to 24 month growth
- Flexible furniture
- Shared rooms
Check usable space
A 2,000 square foot unit does not mean all 2,000 square feet is useful work area.
Watch for
- Columns
- Odd corners
- Utility rooms
- Large corridors
My view
Rent enough space to work comfortably with a sensible buffer. Empty square feet still cost money every month.
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