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Why More Companies are Choosing Hybrid Work, and How to Get Started

With lockdowns and social isolation now thankfully behind us, most companies are settling into ‘new normal’ working patterns. For around 46% of adult workers, this means resuming a daily commute to work, according to an ONS study (May 2022).

However, many other companies are adopting a flexible mix of inoffice and home-based work. In the same study, the number of working people opting for hybrid work has risen to 24%, while the proportion of those exclusively working from home has dropped to 14%.

Why are more people choosing hybrid over home-based work? Since the onset of the pandemic, many people have come to appreciate that while working from home is convenient, it lacks the valuable in-person interaction we get from working in an office. By adding a little face-to-face time during the week, companies can improve team collaboration and cohesion, while also ensuring more effective onboarding, increased access to support, stronger working relationships, and of course, more social time.

There are different ways to implement hybrid work. Based on what we are seeing in UBC workspaces, most of our clients give staff the ability to choose which days they want to work in the office, and which days they are at home. This way, they can make the most of collaboration time by being in the office at the same time as other key project or team members. Some of our clients use UBC coworking desks to support their hybrid work model.

Coworking gives employees the option to work in a coworking space near home, rather than travelling to a central office. It’s ideal as an overflow space for busy days, and it’s also handy for those who prefer to spend more time in an office than at home, especially when the home becomes too disruptive (for example, during school holidays).

Ultimately it comes down to choice and flexibility. And in Hounslow, one thing you’re not short of is flexible workspace!

UBC’s workspace in Brentford offers a variety of flexible options to support hybrid work, including: • Coworking with dedicated desks on a full-time or part-time basis • Day passes on a simple pay-as-you-go credit system (no membership required) • Serviced office space with short or mid-term agreements and office share options • Hourly meeting room rental for private teamwork or quiet, focused work.

Why not try UBC’s workspace for free? Come and visit us on Wednesday 21st September for our open day. It’s a great opportunity to try out different types of workspace options and discover the best fit for your business. Get full details and reserve your free place at ubcuk.com.

Unlocking Hounslow West’s Potential

Inland Homes has exciting plans for the Cavalry Barracks

After more than two centuries, in 2019 the Ministry of Defence announced that it would be moving out of the Cavalry Barracks in Hounslow West.

Inland Homes, a specialist brownfield developer with an established trackrecord of delivering outstanding schemes on former Ministry of Defence sites, is proud to be working with the London Borough of Hounslow and local community to unlock the potential this unique site presents. Following extensive consultation, Inland Homes has submitted plans to create 1,577 new homes, more than 2,600 square metres of business and community space, an expansive public park and sports fields, and much more. All this will be achieved whilst retaining, refurbishing, and celebrating all Grade II listed buildings on site.

Visit www.cavalrybarracksconsultation.co.uk to find out how our shared vision for the Cavalry Barracks is set to unlock Hounslow West’s potential.

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