Choosing a workspace

What should an HR director look for when choosing an office?

Asked by the spacebly teamspacebly team· 4 Nov 2026

For HR, the office is about people as much as cost. This covers what to weigh up.

1 answer

1. spacebly teamspacebly team4 Nov 2026

   Start with what would make people want to come in. The HR director page on spacebly suggests defining what great looks like: team size, location and must haves such as a gym, café, events space or breakout space.

   Then look at fit. Ask operators about culture, events and how they handle growth. Check the commute for your team with Team Location Finder by spacebly.

   Think about flexibility too. The HR page notes that long commitments can lock you in before you know how hybrid working will look next quarter. The space type guide on spacebly (November 2026) shows private office terms from 1 to 24 months on a rolling basis.

   Bring a few colleagues on viewings for honest reactions before you sign.

   More for HR teams: https://spacebly.com/for/hr-directors