Listen "#5 - The Future of Office Spaces: Balancing Landlord Strategies & Occupier Needs"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of Jebcast, host Andy Russell discusses the future of office spaces with guests Josh Stone, Senior Director of Office Services at Colliers, and Yongki Hong, Senior Portfolio Manager at Swire Properties. They discuss the evolving occupier needs after the pandemic, necessary landlord adaptations, and the crucial role of leasing flexibility. The conversation explores placemaking and its impact on community within commercial spaces, alongside the increasing emphasis on workplace experience and employee wellbeing. They also delve into the growing importance of ESG considerations in office design and the shift towards integrated sustainability practices, as well as the significance and challenges of green leases.Chapters00:00 Introduction02:54 The Changing Office Landscape06:06 Landlord Adaptations and Market Dynamics08:55 The Role of Flexibility in Office Leasing12:04 Placemaking & The New Role of Office Spaces14:47 Shifting Focus to Workplace Experience and Wellbeing17:45 The Impact of ESG on Office Design29:11 The Evolution of ESG in Real Estate31:05 Sustainability & Green Leases34:57 The Role of Green Leases in Accountability39:00 Challenges in Implementing Sustainability41:32 The Future of Office Leasing & Workplace Strategy45:01 Sustainability and Office Fit-Out Practices51:37 Driving Adaptability and Innovation in Leasing
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