How to Downsize Your Office Space

Statistics show that more than a third of companies in the UK are considering downsizing their primary office space to cater for a hybrid working environment.

A trend that was accelerated during the COVID-19 pandemic, remote working is now commonplace in many industries and means many organisations no longer require as large an office space as they used to. 

Instead, businesses are often looking to downsize to an office that still caters for their team but without needing as much space as before.

If you’re considering office downsizing, Office Move London is here to help with this handy guide. 

Determining the right size for your office

One of the first things to consider when downsizing office space is how much room you actually need.

Downsizing doesn’t necessarily mean going for the smallest space available, it just means finding a space that better suits your new requirements.

Consider what you will use the space for and what will bring optimum value to your team. Do you need it solely as a place for face-to-face meetings? Is it a place for your team to use regularly but not as frequently as in the past? Factoring in these things will help you determine the type of space you need, and whether elements such as meeting rooms, rows of desks or breakout spaces are necessary. All of this will help you determine the size of office you require.

Declutter your office 

Prior to downsizing, take some time to declutter your existing space. 

As you’ll be moving to a smaller area, it makes sense to only take the stuff you actually need. Otherwise, your new office will soon be taken up with equipment you don’t use and this could result in an inefficient use of space.

At Office Move London, we can assist with office clearance and recycling services that will ensure anything you don’t want to take with you is responsibly disposed of.

Prepare your team for downsizing 

One of the most important parts of downsizing is making sure you communicate with your team throughout the process. 

Make sure they feel involved with the move, get their opinions, and answer any queries they may have to ensure the whole thing is as smooth as possible for all involved.

Consider the location 

Arguably, the location of your downsized office is just as important as its size, so make sure you think about this carefully before making a final decision. 

There is no point moving to a smaller space if it is now inconveniently located for your staff, so consider the proximity to public transport, parking facilities and nearby amenities before making a final decision.

When downsizing, one of the best things you can do to make the process as easy as possible is to draw on the experience of professional office services. At Office Move London, we can support moves in Richmond, Twickenham and across London, offering a range of services that are designed to make your next move seamless. To find out more, contact our team today.