MADISON, N.J., Oct. 18, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- As employers
seek to define the workplace perks most likely to attract and
retain employees, a recent Coldwell Banker Commercial Affiliates
survey found that the physical office itself could keep staff
happier.
According to the survey results, nearly two-thirds (63 percent)
of employed U.S. adults believe that their office could better
utilize its physical space, and one-third (34 percent) say
improvements can be as simple as a better floorplan.
"Over the years there have been many transformations that have
shaken up the traditional office configuration," says Fred Schmidt, president and chief operating
officer of Coldwell Banker Commercial Affiliates. "These go beyond
the headline-grabbing news of foosball tables and napping pods.
Workers, and notably the newest members of the workforce, are
demanding smart uses of office square footage, and commercial real
estate professionals are taking note."
The survey, which was conducted by Harris Poll on behalf of
Coldwell Banker Real Estate, dba Coldwell Banker Commercial
Affiliates, surveyed over 2,000 adults, including Younger
Millennials (18-29), Older Millennials (30-34), Gen Xers (ages
35-49) and Baby Boomers (50-69), to identify worker attitudes
toward their current physical workplace and better understand how
office space can be optimized to meet worker needs and comfort.
Workers Want Convenience – and a Social Scene – At The
Office
The survey also uncovered which popular office
amenities resonated with respondents to see how office spaces could
further improve the functionality of their square footage. Overall,
the survey found that ample parking, food courts and outdoor
lounging space were the most coveted office amenities, signaling a
desire for convenience and a sense of community.
- Ample parking is the most popular amenity: Sixty-four
(64) percent of U.S. adults surveyed report that having enough
parking would be helpful to have within the workplace
- More lunchtime options at the workplace: Sixty (60)
percent of respondents surveyed would want to have a food court,
cafeteria or restaurant onsite
- Rooftops, outdoor patios and gardens are in vogue:
Forty-one (41) percent of U.S. adults surveyed would like to have
outdoor lounging space available
"Younger Millennials appear to be the tastemakers when it comes
to office trends. As this group continues to enter the workforce,
there will be a greater demand for convenience and community within
the workplace," noted Schmidt. "Workers are demonstrating that they
want to eat lunch with their colleagues rather than eat alone, and
they want to spend time in outdoor office lounges rather than at
their desks. Offices are becoming a center for social activity, and
it is important for office commercial real estate to accommodate
this."
U.S. Workers Demand Private Workspace Within the Open
Office
Aside from identifying the added amenities that can enhance an
office, the survey sought to uncover ways to improve existing open
office layouts. Open floorplans might still be the dominant choice
in U.S. offices, but workers are increasingly seeking private space
to temporarily withdraw from their shared workspaces, take a
personal call or focus on important assignments.
- Nearly 8 in 10 U.S. adults (79 percent) report they would feel
comfortable with an open floorplan if private spaces were
available.
- This is especially popular among the newest generation of
workers. Nearly 9 in 10 Younger Millennials (89 percent) would be
comfortable working in an open floorplan if private spaces were
available.
"Open floorplans can facilitate collaboration and creativity
within the office, but it is also important to carve out private
spaces in order to provide a break from the buzz around the office.
We've noticed an increased demand for private space within the open
office after years of conducting this survey.
It is imperative that office developers and commercial real
estate professionals alike counsel clients on the wants and
expectations of today's workforce," added Schmidt.
Full survey findings are available on the Coldwell Banker
Commercial website.
Methodology
This survey was conducted online
within the United States by Harris
Poll on behalf of Coldwell Banker Commercial
Affiliates from August 15-17,
2017 among 2,001 adults ages 18 and older, including
194 Younger Millennials (18-29), 160 Older Millennials (30-34), 479
Gen Xers (35-49), and 884 Baby Boomers (50-69). This online survey
is not based on a probability sample and therefore no estimate of
theoretical sampling error can be calculated.
About Coldwell Banker Commercial
Affiliates
Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC, dba Coldwell
Banker Commercial Affiliates is a division of Coldwell Banker Real
Estate LLC. The Coldwell Banker Commercial brand has been a premier
provider of franchised commercial real estate brokerage offices,
recognized globally as a company that puts the client first while
delivering individual, distinctly different service. Coldwell
Banker Commercial affiliates cover territory throughout
North America, South America, Europe, Africa, Asia
and Australia. Coldwell Banker
Commercial is an industry leader in providing commercial real
estate solutions that serve the needs of tenants, landlords,
sellers and buyers in the leasing, acquisition, disposition and
management of all property types. Each office is independently
owned and operated. Coldwell Banker Commercial® is a
registered trademark owned by Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. For
more information, visit: www.cbcworldwide.com.
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