63% of UK CEO’s believe a 5 day week will return by 2026, what do you think? Since March 2020, remote work has become the norm for many professionals, and the flexibility it offers is undeniably appealing. However, as we inch closer to a post-pandemic world, the discussion around the benefits of returning to the office has gained momentum. While remote work has its advantages, the benefits of working in the office should not be underestimated. In this blog, we'll explore the untapped advantages of being in the office as opposed to working from home. Rise At Seven, Sheffield Fostering Collab ..read more

Disorder - Manchester, UK Located in the creative heart of Manchester’s Northern Quarter we are thrilled to unveil Disorder, our latest bar and eatery project. Chosen by the new owners as their preferred partner, we were entrusted with the task of bringing their vision to life – a venture inspired by the iconic band Joy Division. Disorder, the successor to Walrus, offers a unique experience, blending Asian-inspired street food, craft cocktails, sake, craft beers, wine, and live music throughout the night. Photography: Northernbranding.co.uk   Our journey began with James Stewart and Sam ..read more

In today's fast-paced and competitive world, businesses are realizing the significance of creating a better work environment to maximize employee productivity. Providing employees with a comfortable, engaging, and well-designed office space not only improves their well-being but also enhances their overall performance. In this blog, we will discuss the essential elements needed to create the best work environment, with a focus on the impact of office design and appliances. Additionally, we will explore the importance of commercial interior design in achieving employee satisfaction and producti ..read more

Moving office space Moving to a new office space is a stressful process; not only is disruptive to the day-to-day running of your business, but it also has the potential to go poorly if not properly planned for. That’s why we have created this blog – we deal with clients all the time who have already chosen an office space that, in the end, doesn’t really fit their needs. We’ve written about this on numerous occasions before, which goes some way to demonstrating how strongly we believe we can make a difference from the very beginning.   “People and place are two of most businesses’ larges ..read more

Moving offices can be daunting. It’s not the sort of thing people find themselves doing regularly during their careers. It’s an undertaking that’s just so far removed from most of our professional skillsets, and really isn’t something that the majority of us will ever need to know about. At Absolute, we like to think that our core business is not your core business – it’s our job to know how to navigate moving into a new workplace! And the unusual skillset required to do this is something that our team has developed over our combined 160 years of experience in the commercial property industry ..read more

The process Partnering with forward thinking businesses with similar values to our own is something we constantly strive for at Absolute. So, when we had the opportunity to work with Catapult Sports, it really piqued our interest. You have probably heard of Catapult Sports, and likely seen their incredible tech worn by sporting superstars on TV. The Discovery - Workplace Consultancy As most of our projects do, the partnership started with an open, honest conversation where we discussed Catapult’s wants and needs. Design Director, Lucy Mallard led the consultancy process working closely with Ki ..read more

As we head into the winter months, faced with the current energy crisis, it's more important than ever for building owners, landlords and even tenants to understand the new energy efficiency requirements that are soon to come into action.  What are MEES? Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) are benchmarks set by the government that specify building owners and landlords of commercial property to have an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of at least E before commencing a new tenancy. Energy Performance Certificates (EPC's) are a legal document that summarises the energy per ..read more

With the world of work under constant evolution spurred on by the pandemic, many businesses are rethinking their current space. The problem is, there is so much uncertainty. Many business owners do not even know where to begin when considering what space they need…  It is at this stage that huge mistakes can be made. If you wouldn't buy a pair of shoes without knowing your size or where you would walk, why would you sign a lease without knowing how much space your business and employees need? In order to avoid getting trapped in an ill-fitting lease agreement, businesses need experts to g ..read more

Tidy space, tidy mind. With this week being ‘Simplify your life’ week, it makes sense for a desk declutter to be on the cards. Your place of work can play such a huge role in mental health and wellbeing. In 2020/21, stress, depression and anxiety accounted for 50% of all work-related ill health cases. That is why it’s important now - more than ever - to consider how the design of your office space could be simplified to create a productive and empowering environment. But a tidy desk is only a minor aspect of simplifying your office space. There are plenty of blogs ..read more

What are the two biggest overheads for any business? People and places. This fact can cause a lot of anxiety when improving your current space or moving to a new one – go for a space that’s too big, and you end up paying for unused floorspace; go for an office too small, and you could end up with an uncomfortable team resulting in lowered employee satisfaction and output. According to Earth Web, only 67% of employees are working at their best capacity in their office. However, by following these 5 tips, you can have the confidence to identify and create the most space-efficient office for you ..read more