Growth is an exciting milestone. It signals momentum, confidence, and the next chapter for your company. But with expansion comes a critical decision: choosing the right office space.
It’s more than square footage. Today’s leaders seek environments that eliminate friction, attract top talent, and help their businesses move faster.In fact, according to Office Hub, flexible workspace demand in the U.S. grew by more than 130% year-over-year since 2024, reflecting a decisive shift toward scalable, high-impact workplace solutions.
Here’s how to approach the decision—and what growing companies need to prioritize in today’s market.
1. Focus on Speed, Simplicity, and Flexibility
When your business is scaling, time and agility are everything. Long-term lease commitments and complex buildouts can slow you down. Look for office solutions that allow you to scale up or pivot quickly with move-in ready spaces, flexible lease terms and a workspace partner that can support your evolving needs at every stage.
Growth is often not linear, and your workspace should adapt as your business evolves. Flex+ by Irvine Company offers access to a vast portfolio across leading markets, with built-in options to quickly expand or relocate within its connected network.
2. Location, Location…Lifestyle
An office isn’t just where work happens—it’s where your brand lives. The right location shapes how clients view your company, building reputation and opening doors to opportunities. For employees, a well-placed office in vibrant neighborhoods provides daily convenience and a modern lifestyle that strengthens recruitment and retention.
In 2025, global architectural firm Corgan found that employees commuting four days a week consistently ranked nearby amenities, such as restaurants, shopping and green spaces, as extremely important or very important to their overall satisfaction.
The message is clear: if companies want people to engage fully, they must think beyond the office walls. That’s why Irvine Company workplace communities are in the best locations where teams can seamlessly work, live, shop, and play.
3. Optimize for Productivity and Culture
An office isn’t just where work happens—it’s where your brand lives. The right location shapes how clients view your company, building reputation and opening doors to opportunities. For employees, a well-placed office in vibrant neighborhoods provides daily convenience and a modern lifestyle that strengthens recruitment and retention.
Your office is more than just a place to work—it actively shapes how your team collaborates, innovates, and reflects your brand. A well-designed office fosters momentum and strengthens a shared sense of purpose and identity. Look for workspaces that offer creative and flexible space planning, built-in communal areas and integrated indoor-outdoor connections.
With decades of experience designing and managing workplace communities, Irvine Company continues to evolve and refine its approach. Every detail is thoughtfully considered to support focus, creativity, and connection.
4. Measure Value by More Than Just Square Footage
While cost per square foot is important, it’s only part of the equation. Today, business performance and human wellbeing are deeply linked. Workplaces with enterprise-level amenities such as furnished lounges, wellness spaces, tech-integrated meeting rooms, and seamless connectivity help teams stay engaged, productive and motivated.
By choosing a workplace that removes friction and enhances the day-to-day experience, you’re making a strategic investment in your people and the long-term success of your business.
5. Choose a Partner, Not Just a Provider
For many small and midsize businesses, managing a move or scaling into new space can feel overwhelming. That’s why it’s critical to choose an office partner that offers support beyond the lease. According to a recent survey by Clancy Moving, a national relocation and logistics provider, 67% of employees said transitioning into a new office was more challenging than they had expected.
Dedicated to helping businesses move, settle, and grow, Irvine Company’s teams are among the most experienced in the industry. We offer proactive, responsive support to simplify the entire office experience, from search, to planning, and day-to-day operations, so you can focus on your business and not the details.
Final Thoughts: Let Growth Be Your Advantage
The right office doesn’t just support growth—it accelerates it. We design, manage, and optimize workplaces with one goal in mind: helping your team thrive. From flexible leases to high-performing workspaces, we make it easy to choose an office that fits today and scales into tomorrow.
Explore our portfolio of growth-ready workspaces at FlexPlus.com.
