Workplace

As coworking continues to grow in popularity in cities around the world, hotels are increasingly looking for a slice of the market.

Recycling, reusing and repurposing products is becoming more popular as the circular economy gains ground. So what does this mean for the workplace?

With Lisbon and Porto fast building a global reputation as top city break destinations, international hotel groups are flocking to these booming tourism markets.

Companies scrambling to learn more about their employees’ work habits – and how to provide the most efficient spaces – have led to a boom in proptech, an industry buzzword for everything from using augmented reality to design offices to managing vast real estate portfolios.

From the observation deck at the International Commerce Centre in Hong Kong, visitors can gaze across the city from 100 stories up. And as landlords and developers are increasingly finding, that’s worth something.

With internet speeds of up to 100 times fast than today’s 4G networks, 5G has the potential to bring next-gen office technology to life.

It’s not just tech and creative set-ups getting experimental in their color and design choices. More professional services and financial services firms are kitting out their offices with standing desks, beanbag chairs and abundant indoor greenery.

Modern workers and their employers are increasingly focused on getting the most out of their working day.