The landscape of the modern office is undergoing a profound transformation post COVID-19. With the rise of remote work, the focus is shifting from traditional long-term lease setups to flexible, adaptable spaces that cater to changing demands. Furthermore, companies increasingly value environments that foster collaboration, innovation, and work-life balance, while also accommodating the ebb and flow of remote and in-person work dynamics. Whether for startups or multinationals, the value of flexibility has become paramount for businesses, especially in times marked by uncertainty.
Clare Kelly, Director of Glandore emphasized, “Businesses are changing from rigid long-term traditional leases to dynamic flexible workspace solutions. This shift empowers companies to scale, adapt, and concentrate on their core objectives. Businesses increasingly acknowledge the necessity for this agility and value the extra liberty. The trend shows no sign of abating.”
Realizing the potential and need for premium private serviced offices, fully-fitted coworking spaces, and shared workspaces, Glandore, a prominent business solutions provider, offers rental spaces on flexible terms within the city centers of Dublin, Cork and Belfast. With a 22-year track record in the flexible workspace industry, the company offers a range of membership options that fit any business’s needs.
Kelly expanded on Glandore’s trajectory stating, “Beginning our journey modestly in 2001 with a single location comprising 75 desks, we have since expanded exponentially, and now have ten thriving locations encompassing over 170,000 square feet and 4,500 desks. In a world where companies undergo rapid expansion, we’ve effectively become a second home, catering to teams for extended durations.
“A testament to our dedication to sustainability, convenience of location, and community building, is our latest venture – Bottleworks. It is more than just a workspace; it embraces environmental responsibility, minimizing carbon footprint, and nurtures a collaborative work culture. This state-of-the-art shared and individual enterprise and innovation building lies in Dublin’s South Docks, the Silicon Valley of Europe. Some neighbors include world leading companies like Meta, Google, Accenture, and Airbnb.
“All of our office spaces have similar amenities to hotels, offering not just desks but an entire hospitality experience with concierge services. As a family-run indigenous enterprise, we’ve witnessed the evolution of this sector firsthand. We are very proud of our journey and growth to date and we’re committed to further expansion. With ambitious aims, we can support international companies entering Ireland, providing a space to land and expand while also fostering the native startup community. Our primary focus is rooted within the island of Ireland, but we are contemplating opportunities abroad. As our expertise in the segment is unmatched, with the right partners we look forward to potential future overseas expansion.”
Flexibility is now a bedrock for businesses, safeguarding their interests in uncertain times. This paradigm ensures not just survival, but success, as offices become agile hubs that seamlessly blend the best of both worlds.