BCO recommends allocating more space-per-person for the post-pandemic office - FMJ

Abstract

British Council for Offices recommends new method for calculating amount of space needed per person in post-pandemic world of work. Research identifies a ‘sweet spot’ of 10-12m2 per person. This will account for the rise in people working from home and hot-desking when in the office, while ensuring the workspace meets modern employers’ requirements to promote productivity and wellbeing. BCO members surveyed said that expecting an office to support higher densities requires additional mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems. The BCO said that expect an office requires extra mechanical, Electrical and plumbing system.