The future of the office building

Examines the origins of the office building and its broader economic and cultural significance. Discusses how the new information superhighway may affect the future of the office building. Asks whether this information “revolution” can provide an economic,cultural and socially‐acceptable alternative to the office. IT will change the way people work and, as a result, their spacial requirements. In this context it is claimed that organizations must examine their property requirements as a matter of urgency. Considers what advice property professionals should be giving to property purchasers,developers and investors. Concludes that office buildings are likely to continue to play a key role in the UK′s economy due to their importance as a source of tax revenue and emphasizes their social importance as a logical and convenient setting for individuals to interact.