April 21, 2025
Office beekeeping has gained momentum as cities recognize the importance of pollinators in maintaining ecological balance. In Vancouver, several office buildings have embraced this initiative, transforming unused rooftop spaces into thriving habitats for honeybees. Vancouver Office Buildings Leading the Way From iconic landmarks to newly built towers, here are a few standout buildings embracing this […]
February 24, 2025
Granville Street is set for a bold transformation. A proposed car-free entertainment district could turn six city blocks into a pedestrian-first hub for live performances, dining, and nightlife. With major redevelopments, new towers, and landmark projects in the works, this shift could reshape Vancouver’s commercial real estate market. For businesses, investors, and tenants, the changes […]
February 6, 2025
Integrating art into office spaces enhances aesthetics, provides cultural value, and enriches tenant experiences. Here’s a look at some standout art installations in Vancouver’s office buildings and the stories behind them. Public Art Installations in Vancouver Office Buildings Broken Column (Pendulum) 885 West Georgia Street – RBC Place – Landlord: Cadillac Fairview Suspended from the […]
February 4, 2025
Floorspace is proud to present our Q4 2024 update on notable office leasing activity in Vancouver, British Columbia. We have highlighted First Movers over the past quarter – companies who have made a commitment to move, sublease, expand their footprint or renew their leases. Notable Office Leases in Downtown Vancouver 1. Connor, Clark & Lunn […]
January 29, 2025
Office spaces are more than just places to work; they’re hubs for collaboration, connection, and culture. Employees want to feel connected to their roles, their teams, and their company’s mission. By fostering purpose and connection in the workplace, businesses can unlock their team’s full potential. In this blog, we’ll explore practical ways to bring meaning […]
January 10, 2025
After a holiday season of leisurely mornings, easing back into office life is much smoother with a great cup of coffee. Vancouver office lobbies featuring on-site cafés provide not just convenience but also a sense of community. Elevating the Workday Experience Cafés in building lobbies have become more than just places to grab a cup […]
December 11, 2024
The holiday season is upon us, and downtown Vancouver is lighting up with festivities! Throughout December, many of the city’s office buildings embrace the community spirit and transform into hubs for holiday activities, offering both tenants and visitors a chance to embrace the season. These activations go beyond festive fun—they foster community, encourage workplace connections, […]
November 5, 2024
Floorspace is proud to present our Q3 2024 update on notable office leasing activity in Vancouver, British Columbia. We have highlighted First Movers over the past quarter – companies who have made a commitment to move, sublease, expand their footprint or renew their leases. Notable Office Leases in Downtown Vancouver 1. Glencore Canada at 595 […]
In today’s evolving office landscape, tenants, landlords, and developers are adapting to shifting market dynamics with unique approaches to meet current demands. In this post, we’ll explore the latest market trends from the perspectives of three key stakeholders: occupiers, landlords, and developers. Office Occupiers – Business Owners 1. Flight to Quality The “flight to quality” […]
October 15, 2024
Vancouver’s office market continues to evolve as companies continue to seek out unique and inspiring spaces. Among these spaces is Vancouver’s Marine Building, a landmark that merges historic architecture with modern business needs. Located at 355 Burrard Street, The Marine Building is an art deco masterpiece, completed in 1930. This iconic heritage building continues to […]
October 10, 2024
As we move further into 2024, new reports highlight how the use of office space continues to evolve post COVID-19 and four years into widespread hybrid working patterns. Gone are the days of the rigid 9-to-5 office routine. Instead, we’re seeing a shift towards more flexible, hybrid work models that are redefining where and how […]
August 7, 2024
Floorspace is proud to present our Q2 2024 update on notable office leasing activity in Vancouver, British Columbia. We have highlighted First Movers over the past quarter – companies who have made a commitment to move, sublease, expand their footprint or renew their leases. Notable Office Leases in Downtown Vancouver 1. Industrial Light & Magic […]
May 16, 2024
Floorspace is proud to present our Q1 2024 update on notable office leasing activity in Vancouver, British Columbia. We have highlighted First Movers over the past quarter – companies who have made a commitment to move, sublease, expand their footprint or renew their leases. Notable Office Leases in Downtown Vancouver 1. Later Media at 1166 […]
February 1, 2024
Floorspace is proud to present our Q4 2023 update on notable office leasing activity in Vancouver, British Columbia. We have highlighted First Movers over the past quarter – companies who have made a commitment to move, sublease, expand their footprint or renew their leases. Notable Office Leases in Downtown Vancouver 1. Sage Software at 601 […]
June 3, 2023
Floorspace is proud to present our Q1 2023 update on notable office leasing activity in Vancouver, British Columbia. We have highlighted First Movers over the past quarter – companies who have made a commitment to move, sublease, expand their footprint or renew their leases. Of the 8 notable lease transactions, Floorspace is proud to have […]
January 22, 2023
Heritage Office Furnishings & Steelcase give Floorspace a behind the scenes look into the WorkBetter Lab pop-up experience in downtown Vancouver. Everything about work has changed. People are working in new ways, and they are looking for a fundamentally different experience. New expectations and the desire for hybrid work require a better vision for the […]
November 15, 2022
Floorspace is proud to present our Q3 2022 update on notable office leasing activity in Vancouver, British Columbia. We’ve highlighted First Movers over the past quarter – companies who have made a commitment to move, sublease, expand their footprint or renew their leases. As reported by CBRE, Metro Vancouver’s overall office vacancy rate increased by […]
August 17, 2022
Floorspace is proud to present our summer 2022 update on notable office leasing activity in Vancouver, we’ve highlighted First Movers over the past quarter – companies who have made a commitment to move, sublease, expand their footprint or renew their leases. Q2 2022 showed more activity in the Vancouver market, as companies continue to plan […]
February 27, 2022
HBC releases preview of plans to add 1 million square feet of office space to downtown Vancouver, targeting major tech sector tenants. Streetworks Development, the property development division of HBC, has released initial plans to redevelop The Bay store building in downtown Vancouver at 674 Granville St. Information available to date regarding the redevelopment has […]
January 23, 2022
Q4 2021 was a busy quarter in Metro Vancouver with leasing activity (absorption) of approximately 400,000 square feet downtown and 280,000 square feet in the suburbs – an increase since Q3 2021. With this increase in activity, the office market saw its first decline in vacancy since the beginning of the pandemic. Vancouver continues to […]
January 6, 2022
Hudson Pacific Properties recently submitted their development application to the City of Vancouver for Burrard Exchange at 1025 Dunsmuir Street. The future 16-storey, mass timber office building will be the fifth tower located on the Bentall Centre complex. Bentall Centre is currently comprised of four office towers, all completed from the late 1960s to early […]
November 22, 2021
Unique Office Redevelopment Projects and Urban Infill Sites are Increasingly Common In March 2021, Vancouver’s Director of Planning approved Uptown Property Group’s application for ~157,000 sq.ft. of new office space at 619-625 West Hastings Street. What makes this project particularly unique is that the new tower will be attached to the east façade of the […]
October 5, 2021
Tech Office recently visited Bonnis Properties’ development at 950 Granville (consolidated as 950, 958 and 968 Granville St.) Demolition of the site is underway to begin the construction of the first phase’s four-storey concept. As reported by Urbanized earlier this year, a six storey concept of the building (if approved) could have a density of […]
September 12, 2021
From Cayley Van Hemmen at Turner Construction: Blackbird Interactive (BBI) is a growing independent Vancouver studio that consistently ships acclaimed console, computer and mobile games. Turner Construction partnered with BBI to create their newest space, Studio 3 at 565 Great Northern Way in Vancouver’s False Creek Flats Neighbourhood. With a creative and high-performing team, BBI […]
August 27, 2021
Oxford’s newest development at 1133 Melville Street in Vancouver will continue their legacy of building world class buildings, with market-leading amenities. Construction at 1133 Melville Street – the soon to be tallest office building in the city of Vancouver – is moving along swiftly; the project is expected to ‘top-off’ in late 2021 with tenants […]
July 16, 2021
The growth of US tech companies in Vancouver continues, with another California-based software company expanding in the downtown financial core. It was announced earlier this week that human capital management provider Workday will be expanding their Canadian presence, with an anchor lease for approximately 27,000 square feet at 601 West Hastings Street. 601 West Hastings […]
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