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The most common mistake when figuring out how much office space you need is guessing based on headcount alone, without considering how people use the space. Here’s a practical way to work out exactly what your business needs.
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Senior surveyor Fionnuala McCallion has been promoted to associate director at Manchester-based property consultancy Canning O’Neill.
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Modern businesses are looking for more than just office space. They’re looking for locations that offer excellent transport links, fantastic amenities and an environment where employees can thrive. An office space in Sale delivers all of this and more, combining outstanding connectivity with a vibrant town centre, independent businesses and beautiful green spaces to create an exceptional work-life balance.
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As summer draws to a close, businesses are turning their attention to the months ahead. While office requirements are often reviewed around leases, budgets and headcount, the changing seasons can also highlight...
Office Space Calculator How Much Space Do You Need? This tool estimates the office space your business needs, based on headcount, desk ratio, and the rooms your team requires. Headcount 50 Desk...
A character building is often viewed as charming, but impractical for modern business needs. We’re so used to seeing the traditional glass-box office that it can be hard to imagine an office looking any different. But that’s changing, as demand for characterful office space rises, it’s a shift we’re seeing first-hand across our own portfolio of Manchester properties.
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We are approaching the final quarter of the year, and it can be a demanding time for businesses. Alongside managing workloads, budgets and staffing, companies may also be reviewing their office requirements...
Renting an office space is already stressful, without the added worry of not understanding property jargon. Phrases such as CAT A, all-inclusive, service charge, leasehold and freehold get thrown around in listings, with little to no explanation of what these terms mean. We’re here to help you get a better understanding, before you take the leap into renting your next office space. Think of this as the practical, plain-English companion to our legal-terms blog.
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Attracting talented graduates and young professionals is a priority for many growing businesses, but recruitment is no longer just about salary and career progression. The workplace itself can influence whether a candidate...
An office space at Alderley Park no longer consists of microscopes and Bunsen burners. The idea that this business park is solely science-based is out of date. The campus has quietly grown...
As Andy Burnham takes on the role of Prime Minister, his deep roots as former Manchester Mayor put the city firmly at the heart of his vision for government. With No.10 North already up and running at Heron House, Manchester is fast becoming the country’s Northern Nerve centre. But what will that look like, and how will it affect local businesses?
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Discover which office amenities help buildings stand out in the Northwest market, from flexible spaces and sustainability features to wellbeing facilities.
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When COVID-19 hit in 2020, businesses shifted to remote work almost overnight. Six years later, many employees have never fully returned to the office, fuelling the rise in hybrid working. Yet the...
The team spend all day helping Manchester businesses find the right office space, but what about our own? When it came to our own patch, Castlefield’s Knott Mill was the obvious choice. With a few of our own properties in the same area, we don’t just sell this neighbourhood, we work in it!
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Manchester has long been one of the UK's leading business destinations, but its appeal continues to strengthen. A combination of world-class infrastructure, access to talent, and ambitious investment plans is attracting companies...
