.... This study aims to present a method where these businesses can optimise decisions on their mix of short‐ and long‐term space based on previous occupation patterns. Design/methodology/approach The optimum accommodation mix is derived from Monte Carlo simulation, where previous work patterns are resampled...

... in applying an innovative method of space‐planning in practice, with mathematical simulations of activity‐space scenarios. Both approaches are described. Findings Experience in practice demonstrates that significant reductions can be made in the floorspace demand of many office‐based organisations...