What Occupiers Want 2025: Cushman & Wakefield 24 June 2025
Cushman & Wakefield’s What Occupiers Want 2025, in collaboration with CoreNet Global, presents findings from over 235 global CRE leaders, offering a timely perspective on evolving workplace strategies, investment priorities, and the future of office space.
Key insights include:
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Cost remains king, continuing to drive real estate decisions across regions.
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Reporting lines are shifting, with nearly 30% of CRE teams now reporting into HR—reflecting growing alignment with people and culture agendas.
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Flexible hiring takes hold, as 61% of occupiers adopt geographically flexible recruitment strategies.
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Portfolios are stabilizing, with a decline in planned reductions and rising occupancy levels.
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Expectations from landlords are growing, with 85% of occupiers seeking enhanced amenities—and 46% willing to pay a premium.
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A call for better metrics: CRE leaders are urged to adopt holistic frameworks that link workplace decisions to business performance.
