If you’re looking for office space, you’ll quickly come across three terms: serviced office, managed office and conventional lease. All three give your business somewhere to work, but the way you occupy the space, how much responsibility you take on and how long you commit for can be very different. In simple terms: A serviced office gives you a ready-to-use …
The Hidden Costs of a Traditional Office Lease
When comparing office space, it’s easy to focus on the monthly rent. But that’s only part of the picture. For many businesses, the real cost of a traditional office lease only becomes apparent after they’ve signed on the dotted line. From unexpected maintenance bills to lengthy legal agreements and expensive fit-outs, these hidden costs can quickly add up. If you’re …
10 Questions to Ask Before Signing for Flexible Office Space
Finding a new office is exciting. It often marks a new chapter for your business—whether you’re growing your team, relocating to a better location or moving away from the constraints of a traditional lease. But with so many flexible workspace providers now operating across London, choosing the right one isn’t always straightforward. The market continues to grow rapidly. According to …
Why Owning Your Workspace Matters: Delivering Value Without the Frills
Many flexible‑workspace brands promise vibrant break‑out areas, rooftop bars and artisan coffee. For growing SMEs, however, quality and value trump vanity extras. When you strip away the pool tables and beer taps, the real question becomes: Who actually owns the space you’re paying for, and how does that affect your business? The hidden layers in flexible workspace models At first …
The ultimate guide to working at Bank
The ultimate guide to working in Bank provides you with a compelling list of reasons for choosing EC2 as the location of your office. From coffee shops to national landmarks, we have you covered. So many of the capital’s hotspots are right on your doorstep (alongside a multitude of transport links). Your team are bound to love working in this …
A step-by-step guide to moving into your new office
Moving into a new office is an exciting milestone. It signals growth, new opportunities and a fresh start for your business. But let’s be honest, office relocations can feel overwhelming if you don’t have a plan. Running twelve fully managed workspaces in London, we have advised thousands of new clients on moving into our buildings over the past four decades. …
The ultimate guide to working in Southwark
The ultimate guide to working in Southwark provides you with a compelling list of reasons for choosing SE1 as the location of your next office. From coffee shops to national landmarks, we have you covered. So many of the capital’s hotspots are right on your doorstep within this bustling Thames-side area (together with a multitude of transport links) that your …
The ultimate guide to working in St. Katharine Docks
The ultimate guide to working in St. Katharine Docks provides you with a compelling list of reasons for choosing E1W as the location of your next office. From coffee shops to national landmarks, we have you covered. So many of the capital’s hotspots are right on your doorstep within the beautiful Thames-side docks area (together with a multitude of transport …
The ultimate guide to working in King’s Cross
The ultimate guide to working in King’s Cross provides you with a compelling list of reasons for choosing WC1 as the location of your office. From coffee shops to national landmarks, we have you covered. So many of the capital’s hotspots are right on your doorstep (alongside a multitude of transport links) that your team are bound to love working …
Why a London Office Matters
A London office has always been essential for any ambitious company. This blog considers if that’s still the case and why it makes sense for your company to have a base in the capital. Access to world-class talent London is home to some of the world’s top universities – like UCL, Imperial College, LSE, and King’s College – which means …









