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Small Office Space To Rent Near Me
It can be daunting, renting an office space , especially when it’s your first time. Compared other rental experiences like car rental or tool hire -Small Office Space To Rent Near Me can in some cases appear to be way more complex.
At Brightfield Business Hub they aim to make small office rental, as simple and unintimidating as possible, offering highly flexible contracts without the need to get tied into long term contracts. This flexibility is key as many businesses ( especially smaller or start up businesses ) don’t know what there cash flow is going to be like next month let alone in 12 months time.
So whist getting involved in the wrong office rental for some might mean that you are tying up working capital that could have been better used to help generate business. For other businesses getting your office space rental wrong could be a major issue.
So in this article we look at the key things to to consider when looking to rent a small office

How much space do you need now, will you need?
Identifying how much space you need can be tough. While you might know how many desks you need today, it can be really difficult to establish how many desks you’ll need in three months time.
If you are doing creative work within the office allow approximately 200 to 250 sq ft per person. Whereas if you are involved in telesales / finance then 100 to 150 sq ft per person, may be suitable. As in all cases the amount of space needed depends. With this in mind having a serviced office in a business hub overcomes this critical issue. By renting a serviced office on a monthly basis you can increase / decrease size to suit the businesses performance.
Other office space considerations:
- Within the office space what is the maximum occupancy rate
- What is the office shapes (rectangular spaces are more flexible, but are there any limitations to layout caused by pillars, other fixtures or electrical fittings)
- Is office furniture provided or will it need to be purchased
Will the office create the right impression?
Clients, prospects, employees and potential investors will come into your office. Will you be proud to show them your office space ( and the building in which its located) or embarrassed if they call and say they want to visit you.
In an ideal world the way an office looks and the building its situated in should never be a deal breaker when you are talking to a customer or prospect. But now that we are back to face to face meetings the state of your office might impact on how you feel about it.
What office amenities will your require?
Kitchen facilities with a fridge, microwave, sink and preferably a dining table, meeting rooms, relaxation areas perhaps with pool and table football) you might even want to have an onsite gym or nursery.
If you are hoping that employees will embrace the new small office space the ability to create a comfortable and inspiring environment is critical. For customers and prospects you might want to have greeted by a manned reception, or out of hours security. In these circumstances a serviced office could provide the perfect solution to renting a small office.
Location, Location, Location
A good small office location should be close to public transit (bus routes), train station, and cycle routes. Having a good location make it easier to hire good employees, it also makes it easier to network with potential partners from both in and out of Peterborough.
It’s likely that most visitors and customers will drive to your office so ample, easy car parking can be a real boost. Whilst a prime city centre location might seem fantastic, if every time you go to the office you have a nightmare to find a parking space. Alternatively you end up paying a fortune for car parking.
Small Office Space To Rent Near Me – Summary
Contact Michelle Craig at Brightfield Business Hub on 01733 595885 or email Michelle Craig at arrange an appointment to see the wide range of Small Office Space To Rent Near Me at BBH. Click here to have all your small office space questions answered.
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