Workplace design is undergoing a fundamental shift, as more companies commit to lasting two- to four-year hybrid work strategies with a focus on everything from building amenities to workspaces custom designed as dynamic drivers of performance, culture, and recruitment. However, design alone isn’t enough. To get it right, companies must align space strategy, lease terms, … Continued
As companies reimagine the future of work, many are rediscovering the unique value of the physical office in fostering collaboration, culture, and innovation. While remote work remains a valuable tool, leading organizations are strategically investing in in-person and hybrid work models that strengthen connections and drive results. Why In-Person & Hybrid Work Matters: Prioritizing Collaboration … Continued
Amid economic volatility, employers are becoming increasingly concerned with how to maximize recruitment and retention efforts without raising costs. While we acknowledge that office space is generally the second largest expense on the balance sheet after payroll, business leaders are taking advantage of market trends for economic advantage and view real estate operating costs as … Continued
CBIZ Gibraltar (“Gibraltar”) is pleased to announce its representation of Golub Capital(“Golub”), supporting the market leading, award-winning direct lender and credit assetmanagement company in securing favorable lease economics for 205,000 SF inChicago. The transaction marks the largest leases signed in Chicago in 2025, advancing ‘The Bell’ (225 West Randolph Street) to 85% leased. The deal marks … Continued
As the modern workforce evolves, tenants are placing greater emphasis on office amenities that enhance productivity, well-being, and collaboration. At CBIZ Gibraltar, we advocate solely for tenants, ensuring your office space not only meets your business needs but also attracts and retains top talent in today’s competitive market. Top Amenities Modern Tenants Demand 1. Flexible … Continued
What are the key phases of the lease process? How can tenants benefit from a conflict-free broker? The factors driving the office market evolution have created tremendous opportunities for companies looking to take advantage of today’s tenant-favorable conditions. As tenants map their needs for their future workplace, many are eager to learn more about a strategic process, … Continued
The driving forces in the office market are not necessarily new. Trends in a return to the office that took place in 2024 and solidified in early 2025 continue to take shape, and will continue to strengthen in the year ahead with hybrid policy as a critical focus for leaders. While the debate over where … Continued
The Chicago Central Business District (CBD) office market continued to evolve through the second quarter of 2025, reflecting ongoing tenant-favorable conditions, widening disparities between asset classes, and a wave of repositioning activity in the investment market. Our team at CBIZ Gibraltar is always monitoring conditions across office markets – and there are several key insights … Continued
Our team at CBIZ Gibraltar is always monitoring conditions across office markets – and there are several key insights that can benefit tenants leveraging the current landscape for economic advantage. In the suburban Chicago market, leasing activity saw a slight uptick towards the second half of the year with tenant demand focused on well located, … Continued
The evolution in the remote vs. in-person workforce since the pandemic suggests a reimagining of traditional work environments that challenge preexisting norms and open doors to new operational strategies and employee expectations. While many employees favor remote work or hybrid approach with flexibility, leaders are embracing the benefits of in-person work and its impact on culture, collaboration, … Continued