With most London teams in the office 2–3 days a week, many businesses are paying for empty desks. Downsizing can cut costs substantially — if it's planned well.
Work out your desk ratio
Measure actual peak attendance for a month. Many firms land on 0.6–0.7 desks per employee plus more collaboration space.
Reuse, store or clear furniture
Keep the best, store what you may need, and clear responsibly. Reconfigurations in your existing building are internal moves.
Frequently asked questions
How many desks do I need for hybrid working?
Commonly 0.6–0.7 desks per employee, based on measured peak attendance.
Related reading
- Internal Office Moves — Reshuffles, floor swaps and desk re-plans within the same building — done out of hours.
- Commercial Storage — Short- or long-term secure storage for furniture, archives and stock between premises.
- Office Clearance & Recycling — Responsible disposal of furniture, IT and waste with recycling and WEEE paperwork.