How to make the most of your commercial property

However, many businesses are failing to extract all of the value they could from their premises, often because of outdated configurations or a lack of strategic planning.

By taking a considered approach to your use of space, your business can turn your commercial property into a genuine competitive advantage. Here’s how.

Understand the purpose of the space

Before making any changes, take a step back and ask what your space is actually for. It sounds simple, but many commercial properties develop organically without clear direction. 

Start by defining how the space supports your day-to-day operations and long-term business goals. 

Does your current layout reflect the way your team actually works, or is it a relic of how things used to be done?

Then assess whether your property aligns with your team structure, workflows, and growth plans. 

Are there quiet corners going unused whilst meeting rooms are constantly overbooked? 

Identifying underused or misallocated areas gives you a clear starting point for reconfiguration. The goal isn’t necessarily to fill every square metre, but to ensure each part of your property serves a genuine purpose.

Optimise the layout for varying workflows

Rigid layouts with fixed desks and closed offices can limit how teams collaborate. Instead, consider open layouts that allow for easy reconfiguration. This enables you to create a variety of spaces that work for different needs.

Designate zones for focus work, collaboration, meetings, and breakout areas. 

Some tasks require concentration, others thrive on interaction. A well-designed commercial property accommodates both.

As such, you should prioritise layouts that support hybrid working patterns, where staff may be in the office some days and remote on others. Accommodation is all about building a space that can evolve with your business without requiring a full refurbishment every few years.

Use the location to your advantage

Your commercial property doesn’t exist in isolation. Its location is part of its value. 

Take time to explore nearby cafés, parks, gyms, or meeting spots that can extend the functionality of your workspace. These amenities offer places for breaks, informal catchups, or even off-site brainstorming sessions.

Encourage teams to take advantage of local resources to support work-life balance. A lunchtime walk in a nearby park or a post-work fitness class can boost morale and productivity.

Promote the location’s strengths as part of your company culture. 

Whether it’s excellent transport links, proximity to clients, or a thriving local community, positioning your property’s location as an asset helps staff and potential recruits see the bigger picture. 

For example, those working at Farnborough Business Park benefit from an exceptional range of on-site and nearby amenities that improve their working day. 

The Aviator Café, located in The Hub Building, offers coffee, sandwiches, salads, paninis and sweet treats, providing the ideal spot for meetings or a quick bite without having to leave the site.

The park also features the Village Gym with a 20-metre heated swimming pool, sauna, steam room, jacuzzi, and weekly exercise classes. 

For families, there’s on-site childcare at Busy Bees nursery, removing a significant logistical burden for working parents.

For day-to-day essentials, a Costco Wholesale is located inside Farnborough Business Park, offering convenient access to bulk shopping and exceptional value. 

The park’s design features pocket parks, open grass verges, tree-lined paths, picnic spots and small wooded areas, creating a scenic environment for lunchtime walks or outdoor meetings.

Create a positive day-to-day experience for staff

The best commercial properties are places people actually want to be. Small, thoughtful touches can make all the difference in how staff experience the space. 

Simple additions like artwork, plants, or quality desk accessories improve the atmosphere without breaking the bank. Natural light, comfortable seating, and well-maintained facilities also go a long way.

In addition to aesthetics, you can encourage shared rituals or routines that help staff make the space their own. This might be a communal coffee break, a Friday lunch tradition, or even rotating responsibility for keeping communal areas tidy. 

When people feel a sense of ownership over their environment, they’re more likely to take pride in it and engage positively with the workplace.

Grade-A office space in the perfect working environment

Farnborough Business Park offers exceptional transport connectivity and modern facilities that perfectly balance accessibility with professional ambience.

Whether your team works remotely or on-site, our prime location ensures seamless transitions between work arrangements. To learn more, get in touch with us today.