- Privacy appears to be front of mind for office workers globally, with conference rooms, private office space and lockers being the most in-demand office amenities
- Health also seems to be a key concern for workers in Europe – standing desks are this workforce’s most popular office amenity with a search volume of over 50,000
- Meeting and event space is in high demand amongst UK workers with a combined search volume of 4800
Well-designed office space incorporating features that align with employees’ preferences and needs can significantly impact employee satisfaction. To enable employers to understand the global workforce’s most in-demand office amenities, office design and fit out experts Studio Alliance, have researched search trend data on popular office features.
The 5 Most Popular Office Amenities Globally
Office Amenity/ Features | Search Volume |
Conference Rooms | 49500 |
Private Offices | 5400 |
Lockers | 4400 |
Phone Booths | 4400 |
Ergonomic Furniture | 1900 |
Privacy is a key concern for the global workforce
Conference rooms, private offices and lockers, each with a respective search volume of 49500, 5400 and 4400 are the global workforce’s top three most in-demand office amenities. Employees’ desire for private meetings and workspace, in addition to space for personal belongings, indicates that privacy and security at work are their top concerns. The drive for privacy and security at work is likely a result of the rise of open-space office layouts that favour flexibility and a more fluid structure.
Office lockers are a simple way for businesses to provide security and organization for employees’ personal belongings and support flexible working, reducing clutter and theft concerns in the workplace,. They also promote a sense of autonomy and privacy.
Health stands top of the list for European employees
Across Studio Alliance’s key European locations including the UK, France, Italy, Poland and Belgium, demand for standing desks is higher than all other office amenities with a combined search volume of 57,940. This suggests that workers across Europe are prioritising their health at work.
Standing desks are popular in the workplace because they offer ergonomic benefits, reducing the risks of sedentary behavior and promoting better posture. Additionally, they can enhance energy levels and focus, contributing to improved productivity and overall well-being among employees.
UK workers require more meeting and event space
In the UK, the search volume for conference rooms and event spaces totals 4,800, while globally, private offices and conference rooms together generate a search volume of 54,900. There is a growing preference among employees for diverse workspaces within their office environment, promoting productivity, enhancing collaboration, and providing a sense of freedom rather than confinement.
Conference rooms are popular in the workplace because they provide a dedicated space for collaborative meetings and discussions, fostering effective communication among team members.
Event spaces in offices are invaluable for collaboration and creativity through versatile areas for meetings, presentations, and team-building activities. Particularly crucial in the context of a post-COVID hybrid world, these spaces help maintain a strong company culture by offering a change of environment, reducing monotony, and facilitating regular team interaction.
