A look into how the addition of business lounges is elevating Grade A office buildings, improving tenant amenities and elevating occupier experience.
Overview
Expectations of office tenants continue to evolve in the Grade A market and landlords are investing in high quality business lounges to enhance their amenity offering. These modern, flexible spaces are not only improving the day to day experience for occupiers but also helping to establish buildings as premium workplaces that are fit for the future.
The Rise of the Business Lounge
Business lounges are versatile, multi-functional spaces designed to meet the evolving needs of modern businesses. Whether it’s grabbing a coffee, taking a private call, or meeting clients in a relaxed setting, these lounges are redefining how tenants engage with the workplace.
With high-spec coffee machines, quiet pods, on demand meeting rooms, and comfortable seating, they offer a professional yet informal alternative to the traditional desk promoting productivity, collaboration, and wellbeing.
Landlords Setting a New Standard
Landlords are recognising the value of investing in these communal spaces and by integrating business lounges into Grade A office buildings, they are enhancing tenant satisfaction and elevating the offering.
Examples can be seen across city centre and out of town offices:
- Portland House – Offers a stylish, design led business lounge that serves as a focal point for tenant interaction and informal meetings.
- Earl Grey House – Features a contemporary lounge area that has quickly become a popular hub for occupiers seeking a quieter, more relaxed work setting.
- Doxford Works – Incorporates a modern business lounge that adds a new level of amenity for businesses in Sunderland’s thriving office hub.
- Quorum Business Park (Q4) – Soon to launch a brand new business lounge, Q4 is the latest example of landlords responding to market demand for more engaging, flexible office environments.
Impact
Feedback from tenants across these buildings has been overwhelmingly positive.
- Enhance tenant experience by offering more choice in how and where people work
- Support flexible working models
- Creating informal networking and collaboration opportunities
- Adding real value to Grade A offices, making them even more attractive to prospective occupiers
Conclusion
Business lounges are fast becoming a key occupier expectation in Grade A office space. For landlords, these investments are helping to future proof buildings, retain tenants, and position their assets at the forefront of the market.
As the workplace continues to evolve, business lounges are proving to be an innovative, effective way to add value, deliver on tenant needs, and stand out from the competition.
