The Future of Work: Redefining Office Culture with Innovation
- Workspace Wellness
- January 14, 2025
IndiQube files for a ₹850 crore IPO to fund expansion, debt repayment, and corporate needs. Managing 103 centers across 13 cities, the workspace provider reported ₹868 crore in revenue in FY24. Backed by WestBridge Capital, IndiQube targets India’s growing flexible workspace demand, projected to hit 124 million sq ft by 2027.
READ MOREIBM is in talks to lease 260,000 sq ft at Gurgaon’s TRIL Tower, highlighting India’s booming office leasing market, expected to reach 85 million sq ft in 2024. Driven by Global Capability Centres (GCCs) and premium infrastructure demand, Gurgaon leads as a commercial hub amidst India’s 70% APAC net absorption share.
READ MOREMumbai’s commercial real estate market hit new highs in 2024, with top lease deals led by Morgan Stanley (₹15.96 crore monthly for 1 million sq ft) and IMC India (₹700/sq ft in BKC). Rising rentals in BKC, Goregaon, and Worli reflect growing demand from global firms, solidifying Mumbai’s status as a business hub.
READ MOREFacebook has renewed its Hyderabad office lease in Hitech City for ₹2.8 crore monthly rent across 3.7 lakh sq ft. With a five-year lease and a 15% rent escalation in 2026, this move highlights Hyderabad’s growing appeal. Rising rental rates solidify the city as a prime IT and commercial hub.
READ MOREDr. Manmohan Singh’s visionary reforms in 1991 and leadership from 2004-2014 transformed India’s economy and fueled a real estate boom. His policies drove 20% annual growth, record rental yields, and surged infrastructure development, attracting foreign investments and shaping modern urban landscapes. His legacy endures in India’s dynamic real estate market.
READ MOREIndia’s office leasing hit 66.4 million sq ft in 2024, led by Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Mumbai. Flexible workspaces saw a 45% growth, contributing 20% to demand. Tech, BFSI, and large deals drove leasing while steady supply kept vacancy stable. Experts predict sustained momentum in 2025 and beyond.
READ MOREHyderabad recorded 56% growth in Grade A office space leasing in 2024, reaching 12.5 msft, driven by tech, healthcare, and flex sectors. The city contributed 19% to India’s total leasing activity, dropping vacancy levels by 90 bps. New supply and GCC-led demand position Hyderabad as a key commercial hub.
READ MOREIndia’s green building footprint has reached 10.25 billion sq ft, driven by sustainable real estate practices. With innovations like Net Zero Energy Buildings and advanced water recycling, developers are aligning with ESG goals. Green-certified spaces are reshaping urban growth, attracting global investors, and promoting cost-efficiency, resource conservation, and environmental responsibility.
READ MOREHyderabad is expanding its coworking footprint, with IT Minister Sridhar Babu highlighting the city’s affordable, high-quality spaces. The launch of WeWork in central Hyderabad marks a shift from IT hubs in the West, fostering growth for startups and SMEs. The plan is to develop coworking hubs near the ORR to decentralise business opportunities.
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