When it comes to creating functional office spaces, one of the key decisions for serviced office providers is choosing between permanent walls and flexible solutions like office pods.
Tenant needs are constantly evolving. No longer can workspaces maintain tired designs and inflexible layouts, constant changes in working habits, lifestyles and technology mean that adaptability is key.
Opting for pods over traditional meeting rooms offers distinct advantages, not just for your tenants, but for your bottom line.
Office pods are a smarter choice for modern workspaces, and they can help you attract clients while keeping costs low and spaces adaptable.
Adaptability for a Diverse Clientele
One of the biggest challenges serviced office providers face is catering to a variety of tenants with different needs. A startup might prioritise collaboration spaces, while a law firm may need quiet areas for confidential discussions.
So where does that leave you?
Tenants are likely to view your space whilst thinking ahead to the future of their business. What if their workforce significantly grows? Will there be options to remain in the space or will they need to find additional properties? Can they make changes if alternative working habits arise?
The truth of the matter is that traditional walls will lock them into a single layout, limiting their ability to cater to diversity. They may need to consider additional rental space which might not be cost-effective or logistically suitable.
Collaboration pods and meeting pods are modular and can be reconfigured or relocated as needed, making them ideal for a shared workspace environment or open-plan office. They allow you to offer a mix of workspaces tailored to tenant needs, easily adjust layouts as new clients move in or existing ones expand and demonstrate a commitment to innovation and tenant satisfaction.
Tenant Preferences: Flexibility Over Rigidity
With flexibility, sustainability and wellbeing as key driving forces in the modern workspace, employees have become selective about their place of work. This has a dramatic knock-on effect on business models. Businesses need to make sensible choices, and so do tenants.
Today’s tenants demand more from their workspaces. They want environments that can adapt to their needs, offering a mix of collaboration, focus, and social interaction. Traditional walls can feel confining, and permanent meeting rooms are often underutilised due to a rise in hybrid and remote working patterns.
On the other hand, meeting pods provide a versatile alternative. They’re self-contained, soundproof, and designed to create private spaces without disrupting the open-plan flow of modern offices. Whether tenants need a brainstorming hub or a quiet space for client calls, pods deliver without compromising the flexibility of the workspace.
By choosing specialists like Fluid, you have the option to buy, rent or lease from the UK’s widest range of pods available. There’s something for everyone.
Cost Efficiency: No Upfront Construction Costs
Building walls and permanent meeting rooms are a costly affair. Materials and labour quickly add up, cutting into your profitability. Additionally, dismantling permanent structures when clients move out incurs further costs and creates waste. We haven’t even touched on the disruption to the workspace while this is all taking place.
Renting private pods offers a far more cost-effective solution. There are no upfront building expenses, and because pods are temporary, you’re not left with the headache of removing walls when a tenant’s lease ends.
Highlighting the savings potential of pods makes them an easier sell to prospective tenants, especially those who value agility and lower overhead costs.
Referral Incentives: A Win-Win for Sales Teams
One of the greatest aspects of renting pods from Fluid is our referral scheme. For every client you refer who opts for pod rental, you earn a referral fee, creating an additional revenue stream for your team.
It’s a great incentive. Highlight to your prospects that rental pods are a cost-effective, client-friendly solution that aligns with modern workspace needs. Better still, Fluid handles the logistics, from delivery to removal, making the process seamless for both you and your clients.
By promoting office pods, you’re not only meeting tenant expectations but also benefiting financially.
The Bottom Line: Why Office Pods Outperform Walls
When comparing permanent meeting rooms to rented pods, the advantages of pods are clear.
With no construction costs or demolition fees, office pods are a more cost-effective solution for clients. They’re easily adapted to meet tenant demands and require no downtime to install. Even if finances are tight, our wide selection of office pods remain available to you. With options to choose from fixed terms or fully flexible contracts, you don’t even need the capital to have a luxury workspace.
Office pods also align with the principles of sustainability which is a terrific selling point to clients who support green building practices. Clients can change their mind as often as they want, and the sustainability factor means that they’re reusable and recyclable, contributing to a circular economy.
Many pods are also made from sustainable materials and designed for long-term use.
Choose Fluid
For serviced office providers, pods represent the perfect combination of practicality, tenant appeal, and profitability, and if there’s one area where Fluid truly excels, it’s offering the widest range of pods available to rent in the UK.
Pods are now a crucial element in modern office design, providing employees with quiet, functional spaces for meetings, focused work, or private conversations.
Compared to us, other providers offer a limited selection of office pods and often fail to disclose the full range of what they have on offer. We believe in visibility. Our extensive range means you’ll be able to find the perfect pod to match your office aesthetic and your team’s needs, ensuring you get the exact solution you’re looking for.
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