Denise McGeachy of Bracken Workspace Plus in Leeds reports on how office spaces are evolving and how they are meeting the demands of clients at their flexible workspaces at Calls Wharf and The Tannery.

In a day and age where the office landscape has changed so dramatically, people now want much more from their office space than they did just a few years ago, and at Bracken Workspace Plus we are fully embracing those changes.

The pandemic supercharged client requirements, gone are the days of rigid office spaces that stifle creativity and productivity, a permanent desk with a drawer full of redundant charging cables and everyone having ‘their’ mug!

We’re now fully immersed in the golden era of flex space, and as one of Leeds’s biggest flex space providers for almost 20 years, we provide solutions for those who want to embrace flexible and modern work environments.  We’ve always taken great pride in meeting market demands by predicting future working trends to improve our workspaces as it is essential to stay ahead of the curve in such a fast moving and rapidly evolving market.

People want choice.  The ability to work in a space that suits their mood, their workload, or just their need to escape a toddler wielding a tambourine at home. The arrival of open collaboration areas, glass-walled podcast booths, outdoor spaces, focus-friendly areas, ergonomic stand-up desks and comfort pods with homey vibes are all office terms that five years ago would have been alien to most businesses, but which are now a major factor when choosing office space.

In our B-Hive at Calls Wharf, we have created an incredible space for networking, creativity and productivity and with monthly memberships available, you’re as committed to the space as you are to your Netflix account.

But it is not just in this space where you can enjoy such benefits, because across all our offices, we can offer a bespoke solution to meet your demands.

Yorkshire Housing are one such company who asked us to provide them with a multi zonal, flexible workspace and Chief Executive Nick Atkin has seen the rewards it has brought to his team.

He said: “Flexible workspaces are more than desks and chairs — they’re about giving businesses the environment in which to grow, adapt and thrive.

“Bracken have provided us with a bespoke workspace that is designed to enable our people to be at their best. This includes a range of spaces and drop-down points that reflect the very different way of working that has emerged over the last few years.

“It also recognises that people have very different tasks and needs throughout the day – that’s why our workspace at Bracken encourages people to move and use the space that best suits whatever they’re doing.”

Collaboration Zones
These provide the space for interaction and brainstorming. Teams can come together to troubleshoot or develop new ideas by using movable furniture, interactive whiteboards, and access to technology, enabling fluid communication.

Focus-friendly areas
These spaces are specifically designed for focused work—whether through soundproof pods, small meeting rooms or designated quiet zones, they help with productivity and reduce stress caused by regular interruptions.

Homey vibes
The need for a comfortable and inviting workspace is more pronounced than ever.
A homey vibe makes workers feel more relaxed, valued, and motivated. In addition, this environment reduces burnout and promotes a healthier mental and emotional state.

Outdoor spaces
Providing outdoor space – as we have at Calls Wharf and The Tannery – can have a dramatic effect on employee engagement, retention and productivity and the reason they have become such an attractive option for businesses.

Podcast studios
The growth of podcasts in recent years means more and more companies are looking to get involved and a podcast studio represents one way to add value and differentiate your workspace.

Bracken Workspace Plus now have availability at both Calls Wharf and The Tannery where you can enjoy all the latest technology and facilities and where your office space can be designed to suit you and your team.

To see how they can enhance your working environment with a stunning office space or to enquire about B-Hive membership, please visit brackenwsp.co.uk or call 0113 237 2700.