Are you in the process of planning your first commercial premises as a fledgling start-up business? As a new entrepreneur, it can sometimes feel as if you’re putting your finger in the air and hoping that you are making the right decisions based on gut feel and instinct rather than cool calculations.   When it comes to selecting a suitable...

If you are thinking of buying your very own commercial premises outright, a property survey will be a vital investment before signing on the dotted line. First and foremost, it’s important to differentiate between a property survey and a property valuation. A valuation will determine a market value for the workspace, based on its structural condition, but it won’t dig...

If you are a new or growing business, you will appreciate the importance of committing to a new commercial property lease. It’s an agreement that ties you to a premises for a defined period, so it’s vital that you make sure you choose the right workspace for you, your employees and your clients. As an owner-manager of 5.5 million square...

You might not be aware that certain commercial properties have specific use classes, as determined by the Town and Country Planning Order 1987. This outlines what a specific premise may be legally used for. Planning permission is typically required from your local council’s Local Planning Authority (LPA) department if you wish to submit a ‘change of use’ application. Planning permissions...

Hot desking has become an increasingly popular way of working in the post-Millennium era. It’s a working environment which sees no-one have a set place of work. There’s no opportunity for office desk personalisation, photographs of loved ones or fluffy toys. Instead, workers can choose to sit and work wherever they like. Initially, this proved to be a popular tactic...

Private Vs. Co-Working Office Space – The Pros and Cons In the space of the last decade, co-working has become something of a phenomenon among start-ups and freelancers. Traditionally, private offices used to be the only way to go for fledgeling entrepreneurs, but now there are so many options out there that it can be hard to know which way...

Are you keen to transform your office into a more forward-thinking, collaborative space for both you and your employees, but you’re not sure where to start? Don’t panic. There are a few simple and innovative ways you can make the most of your space, all of which can help inspire your workforce. To find out more, keep reading. Flexible seating...

When it comes to office design, it can be tricky to know what’s right for your business. While many companies favour a modern, open plan layout, others prefer to stick to convention with a more traditional design. To help you suss out which one is best suited for you and your business, let’s take a look at the pros and...