Before launching NextSpace, I gained over 20 years of professional experience working in organizations that started with small teams and steadily expanded — often outgrowing their office space in the process. As these companies grew, so did my responsibilities. I had the chance to work in various roles, mainly supporting upper management through cross-functional projects, ranging from organizational development to office and facilities management. Office relocation projects somehow always found me — luckily, often enough for me to realize how much I enjoyed them. From the very beginning, I found this type of work incredibly energizing. When a team grows, it’s not enough to simply find a bigger office and arrange a move. It’s crucial to understand internal workflows, the logic of how work is organized, and the team’s day-to-day experience. You need to talk to colleagues to learn what supports them in their work — and what holds them back. You also need to identify the core requirements an office must meet for effective work, as well as the additional factors that could boost productivity, motivation, wellbeing, or even employee retention.