Workplace and change management

Workplace strategy and change management for evolving organisations

Today’s workplace is more complex than ever. Hybrid working, hotdesking, collaboration zones, and evolving desk ratios present new challenges to organisations. Add in the expectations of a multi-generational workforce, flexible roles, and shifting tech needs - it’s easy to feel overwhelmed - especially at the pace of change.

Designing a workplace is about more than floorplans. It’s aligning space with purpose, anticipating future needs, and engaging stakeholders. Our team of strategists, designers, and change managers deliver workplace strategy built on an objective foundation of data analysis which integrates business goals with employee needs and latest workplace trends.

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What can we offer?

Creating workplaces that work - strategy-led design, wellbeing-focused, and built for how you work, today and tomorrow.

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Workplace strategy and change management services

Wherever you are in your workplace journey, we tailor our services to support you. From forecasting and scenario planning to colleague engagement and change management, we help you make confident, data-led decisions. Our team works closely with your Comms, IT, FM, Project and Design teams to align space with purpose, manage supplier input, and ensure change lands smoothly - so your workplace performs as well as your people do, now and into the future.
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How does it work?

Need to scale your internal capabilities? We can augment your existing team or act as your full change partner - whether that’s a one-day-a-week secondment or full end-to-end workplace strategy delivery. Our flexible approach means we fit around your needs, offering the right expertise at the right time. From strategic input to hands-on support, we’re here to make workplace change seamless, successful, and tailored. All underpinned with clear expectations and budgets.
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Is your workplace strategy driving value for your people and your business?

Workplace strategy is about making your space work better - for your people and your business. It goes beyond square footage to ask: Are we using space efficiently? Are we supporting hybrid work? Are we helping people do their best? By aligning business goals with people’s needs and the spaces they use, workplace strategy helps you create environments that boost productivity, improve wellbeing, retain the best talent and support long-term growth.
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What is workplace change management?

Workplace change management is about helping people adapt to shifts in how, where, or when they work. Whether you're moving offices, going hybrid, introducing new tech, or rethinking space, it’s more than a physical change - it’s a cultural and emotional one too. Through thoughtful planning, clear communication, and ongoing support, we help people feel informed, involved, and confident - making transitions smoother and more positive for everyone.
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Are you a landlord?

  • How can I attract tenants with modern, flexible office space?
  • What workplace trends should I consider for future-proofing buildings?
  • How do I support hybrid working in my properties?
  • What data helps optimise space usage across my portfolio?
  • How can I collaborate better with tenants during office changes?
Contact us today to discuss workplace and change management strategy.

Are you a occupier?

  • Are we using our office space efficiently and effectively?
  • How can our workspace support hybrid and flexible working?
  • What environment helps attract and retain top-performing employees?
  • How do we manage staff through workplace changes smoothly?
  • What support ensures leadership and staff engagement during transitions?
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"Change in the workplace isn’t just about new desks or different tech, it’s about people. Our job is to make sure everyone feels supported, heard, and ready to move forward. When you get that right, the rest falls into place."

Connect with Sarah Miles
Director, Workplace Design, Strategy & Change Management

Sarah Miles

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