Workplace Insights Report 2026

Drawing on insights from more than 1,000 employees and 200 executives, the Spaceful Workplace Insights Report 2026 reveals how purposeful workplace design is shaping performance, strengthening belonging, and enhancing organisational purpose.

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Message from our CEO

We hope the insights shared in this report provide valuable perspectives to help guide your workplace decisions and inspire new thinking about the future of work.

Thank you to everyone who contributed to this research and helped shape the conversations driving our industry forward.

— Ben Myhill CEO at Spaceful

Top insights

The 2026 Workforce Insights Report reveals how workplace expectations continue to evolve across industries. While flexibility remains important, employees are increasingly seeking workplaces that foster connection, collaboration, learning, and a sense of purpose.

Workplace experience is emerging as a key driver of employee engagement and retention.
Workplace experience is emerging as a key driver of employee engagement and retention.
Employees are seeking greater purpose and connection when attending the office.
Employees are seeking greater purpose and connection when attending the office.
Collaboration remains one of the strongest motivators for workplace attendance.
Collaboration remains one of the strongest motivators for workplace attendance.

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Meet Ben Churchman

Let’s talk about your next move.

Meet Ben Churchman
Principal, Client Relations

With 12 years experience, Ben provides dedicated support throughout the design phase, aligning the project with your core values, purpose, and brand. He ensures outcomes reflect your goals and our commitments, offering clarity, confidence, and control across the entire property journey.

Let’s talk about your next move.

Meet Ben Churchman
Principal, Client Relations

With 12 years experience, Ben provides dedicated support throughout the design phase, aligning the project with your core values, purpose, and brand. He ensures outcomes reflect your goals and our commitments, offering clarity, confidence, and control across the entire property journey.

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