Hoteliers targeting remote work, social spaces trend

Hotels used to be for leisure and offices for work, but now, with employees working remotely from home and away from home, the requirements have changed

There is less demand for large, open-plan offices, and there is an increased expectation for a mixture of spaces that allow people to interact with their colleagues, while having the privacy to work. There is demand for desks and booths but coupled with a softer, more relaxed environment perhaps with couches and armchairs. Hoteliers can take advantage of these trends.

Key takeaways

• Many workspaces are no longer fit for purpose. Workers want flexibility, not only in terms of working remotely but in the buildings where they meet and work;
• Hotels increasingly are hosting meetings and social events, not only because they are pleasant environments and beautifully designed spaces, but because they are relaxed and help to foster more open conversations;
• Employers are realizing that people remain productive when they are working remotely, even when taking long weekends, and hoteliers are starting to understand that their business will be more resilient if they offer other services, including somewhere for people to work away from home.

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