Workers are finally heading back to the office, but it seems their priorities have shifted, as wellness and lifestyle oust workaday mundanity.
According to property expert Savills, the office occupancy rate in London is approaching 2019 levels, having jumped dramatically over the past six months.
London’s West End now has an average occupancy of 62 per cent, in line with Paris, and just behind Madrid, which at 65 per cent, tops the tables.
But it seems the traditional office and co-working space have fallen from favour. London is experiencing a shift to premium co-working environments.
The traditional office and co-working space have fallen from favour. London is experiencing a shift to premium co-working environments…
Property developers and individuals are migrating away from Canary Wharf and the City, in search of a more boujee base, one surrounded by designer shops, bars and hotels – and increasingly, Mayfair and St James are much in demand.
Elmtree by Spacemade, which has opened its first premium co-working space in Marylebone, typifies this renaissance.
A curated collection of premium, design-driven workspaces, Elmtree is situated within three converted period properties, 34 and 36 Queen Anne Street and 32 Welbeck Street – and it’s a good deal more luxe than the average co-working space.
Designer good looks and feature rich (fully equipped kitchen, bike storage, dog friendly), Elmtree is catnip for digital creatives.
According to Jonny Rosenblatt, co-founder of Spacemade, “demand has been so high we are opening a second location on Welbeck Street in Marylebone later this year to cope.”
Spacemade sees itself as a trailblazer when it comes to the commercial real estate landscape: “We are not in the business of selling offices and co-working spaces, we are in the business of facilitating meaningful connections and bringing people together with intent so that they can make the most of their time together,” says Rosenblatt.
“We know there are so many wonderful buildings across the UK that are uninhabitable in their current form and with their legacy conditions of leasing. We want to bring those buildings back to life by making them accessible to the occupier and giving them space that is both flexible, community-centric and rich in necessary amenities.
“Our vision for the future is a new world of work where people flourish in the company of others, and each connection amplifies collective potential.”
It seems Elmtree is just the start. “We expect to see industry-specific spaces become more and more prevalent as customers want to build meaningful ties within their sectors and develop their tribes,” says Rosenblatt.
“For us, this means enabling specialist groups to thrive with bespoke tools and resources, creating tight-knit communities that increase business resilience.”
A five day hot desk package at Elmtree starts from £129 per month. Unlimited monthly access is £299.
One of the world’s leading bespoke shipyards is setting up shop in the heart of London. Sanlorenzo Yachts UK will open a flagship showroom at 61 Park Lane, Mayfair, in March 2026. Designed as a working studio rather than a traditional retail space, the showroom will allow prospective Sanlorenzo owners and charter clients to begin…
The Glenlivet has released the second chapter in its ultra-luxury Eternal Collection, a 56 Year Old single malt limited to just 60 bottles worldwide. The expression represents one of the oldest whiskies ever to emerge from the lauded Speyside distillery, and it’s also one of the most expensive, at €52,500 a bottle. This release follows…
A growing appetite for rare goods and niche collectables is prompting one of the capital’s most exclusive vaults to significantly increase its storage capacity. IBV International Vaults London, based on Park Lane, has announced plans to boost its offering of military-grade safe boxes by more than 60 per cent. The company operates from Stanhope House,…
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Workers are finally heading back to the office, but it seems their priorities have shifted, as wellness and lifestyle oust workaday mundanity.
According to property expert Savills, the office occupancy rate in London is approaching 2019 levels, having jumped dramatically over the past six months.
London’s West End now has an average occupancy of 62 per cent, in line with Paris, and just behind Madrid, which at 65 per cent, tops the tables.
But it seems the traditional office and co-working space have fallen from favour. London is experiencing a shift to premium co-working environments.
Property developers and individuals are migrating away from Canary Wharf and the City, in search of a more boujee base, one surrounded by designer shops, bars and hotels – and increasingly, Mayfair and St James are much in demand.
Elmtree by Spacemade, which has opened its first premium co-working space in Marylebone, typifies this renaissance.
A curated collection of premium, design-driven workspaces, Elmtree is situated within three converted period properties, 34 and 36 Queen Anne Street and 32 Welbeck Street – and it’s a good deal more luxe than the average co-working space.
Designer good looks and feature rich (fully equipped kitchen, bike storage, dog friendly), Elmtree is catnip for digital creatives.
According to Jonny Rosenblatt, co-founder of Spacemade, “demand has been so high we are opening a second location on Welbeck Street in Marylebone later this year to cope.”
Spacemade sees itself as a trailblazer when it comes to the commercial real estate landscape: “We are not in the business of selling offices and co-working spaces, we are in the business of facilitating meaningful connections and bringing people together with intent so that they can make the most of their time together,” says Rosenblatt.
“We know there are so many wonderful buildings across the UK that are uninhabitable in their current form and with their legacy conditions of leasing. We want to bring those buildings back to life by making them accessible to the occupier and giving them space that is both flexible, community-centric and rich in necessary amenities.
“Our vision for the future is a new world of work where people flourish in the company of others, and each connection amplifies collective potential.”
It seems Elmtree is just the start. “We expect to see industry-specific spaces become more and more prevalent as customers want to build meaningful ties within their sectors and develop their tribes,” says Rosenblatt.
“For us, this means enabling specialist groups to thrive with bespoke tools and resources, creating tight-knit communities that increase business resilience.”
A five day hot desk package at Elmtree starts from £129 per month. Unlimited monthly access is £299.
Mayfair marina: Sanlorenzo Yachts to open London flagship showroom on Park Lane
One of the world’s leading bespoke shipyards is setting up shop in the heart of London. Sanlorenzo Yachts UK will open a flagship showroom at 61 Park Lane, Mayfair, in March 2026. Designed as a working studio rather than a traditional retail space, the showroom will allow prospective Sanlorenzo owners and charter clients to begin…
First pour: Ultra rare The Glenlivet 56 Year Old whisky – it’s not just the price tag that’s rich
The Glenlivet has released the second chapter in its ultra-luxury Eternal Collection, a 56 Year Old single malt limited to just 60 bottles worldwide. The expression represents one of the oldest whiskies ever to emerge from the lauded Speyside distillery, and it’s also one of the most expensive, at €52,500 a bottle. This release follows…
Mayfair vaults expand as collectors seek a safer home for prized possessions
A growing appetite for rare goods and niche collectables is prompting one of the capital’s most exclusive vaults to significantly increase its storage capacity. IBV International Vaults London, based on Park Lane, has announced plans to boost its offering of military-grade safe boxes by more than 60 per cent. The company operates from Stanhope House,…
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