Hybrid workers abseil down Battersea Power Station to mark new workspace launch

IWG, an operator of hybrid work solutions with brands including Regus and Spaces, has announced a new “flagship” offering which will open in Battersea Power Station in August.

The Engine Room will be the first hybrid workspace to open at the newly redeveloped site, offering a unique and remarkable place to work in one of the most iconic locations in London.

The Engine Room, which is located on the second and third floors of the Boiler House, is an art-deco inspired space which fits with the unique architecture of the historic Grade II listed building. It will contain “beautifully designed” meeting spaces, high-end hybrid workspaces, individual offices, co-working spaces and a members’ lounge, in the “iconic” building.

Not only does this new workspace boast inspirational views of London, its “luxurious” design complements its industrial past whilst offering guests a beautiful environment in which to work.

IWG is the first hybrid working provider to open at Battersea Power Station, joining tech brands Apple and SharkNinja, which have also taken office space within the Grade II listed landmark. It comes amidst growing demand for self-sustaining communities, generating economic activity and creating better solutions which support hybrid working.

Recent research from IWG shows that employees are four times more likely to choose an office close to home, while 58 per cent would be put off applying for a job with a long daily commute.

Post pandemic, organisations are adopting a more decentralised structure, operating a ‘hub and spoke’ model where employees split time between home, a local office and city centre HQ.

Mark Dixon, CEO & founder of IWG, commented: “The redeveloped Battersea Power Station is the latest step in London’s transformation, where people live, work and play locally. The Engine Room is a flagship new brand for a vibrant new development, offering workers cutting edge facilities in an iconic location, all within their local community.”

Simon Murphy, CEO of Battersea Power Station Development Company, added: “We look forward to welcoming IWG to Battersea Power Station with their innovative workspace, The Engine Room.

“Creating a thriving office community is a crucial element to building our new town centre, and The Engine Room adds an exciting new offering, alongside additional office space we’re completing later this year, expanding the thousands of people who already work at Battersea Power Station.”

By Matthew Neville – Senior Correspondent, Bdaily

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