BCO recommends office density reduction for post-pandemic world

By Daniel Gayne2022-10-25T06:00:00

Source: Shutterstock

Change in spec will help meet net zero targets, says body

Office builders should allocate more space-per-person to accommodate a new world of work post-pandemic, the British Council for Offices (BCO) has recommended.

The body’s latest research has identified a “sweet spot” of 10-12 sq m per person, which accounts for the rise in people working from home and hot-desking when in the office, as well as ensuring employers meet productivity, wellbeing and carbon targets.

Already registered? Login here

To continue enjoying Building.co.uk, sign up for free guest access

Existing subscriber? LOGIN

Stay at the forefront of thought leadership with news and analysis from award-winning journalists. Enjoy company features, CEO interviews, architectural reviews, technical project know-how and the latest innovations.

Limited access to building.co.uk
Breaking industry news as it happens
Breaking, daily and weekly e-newsletters

Get your free guest access SIGN UP TODAY

Subscribe now for unlimited access

Subscribe to Building today and you will benefit from:

Unlimited access to all stories including expert analysis and comment from industry leaders
Our league tables, cost models and economics data
Our online archive of over 10,000 articles
Building magazine digital editions
Building magazine print editions
Printed/digital supplements

Subscribe now for unlimited access.

View our subscription options and join our community