Episode 45: Managed Offices: Where Landlords and Tenants Win Together - with Robert Schogger of MetSpace

In this episode of the Commercial Property Podcast, Suzi Carter sits down with Robert Schogger, co-founder of MetSpace, an experienced managed office operator. Together, they explore why now is such a powerful moment for landlords and investors to partner with operators to transform secondary office space into income-generating, in-demand assets.

Robert explains how the managed office market has evolved—accelerated by COVID-19—and why flexible workspace is no longer just a nice-to-have, but a mainstream expectation. He shares how operator–landlord agreements are structured to create true win–win outcomes, with operators taking on the management and delivery of vibrant, sustainable workspaces while landlords unlock stronger returns from buildings that might otherwise struggle in today's market.

The conversation also highlights why location, design, and sustainability matter, and how forward-thinking landlords can future-proof their assets by embracing operator partnerships rather than clinging to outdated leasing models.

They close by looking ahead at what's next for the managed office sector—and why secondary office buildings represent one of the biggest untapped opportunities for savvy commercial property investors right now.
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🎯 Key Learning Outcomes

1. Turning Secondary Offices into Opportunities
How partnering with a managed office operator can revitalise underperforming assets.

2. The Post-COVID Demand Shift
Why flexible workspace is now a standard requirement for businesses of all sizes.

3. Shared-Risk, Shared-Reward Models
How operator agreements create a balanced, profitable structure for landlords and occupiers.

4. Sustainability as a Differentiator
Why ESG and energy efficiency are key to attracting tenants and future-proofing value.

5. Valuation in a New Market Landscape
Understanding how investors, lenders and valuers are adapting to this growing asset class.

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📊 Essential Insights

• Secondary office space can be repositioned into thriving, flexible hubs.
• Partnerships with operators reduce landlord risk while boosting returns.
• Flexibility is now a tenant expectation, not a luxury.
• Sustainability is both a moral and financial imperative.
• The managed office model unlocks new ways to add value to commercial assets.

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📩 Want to speak to Robert?
Contact him at robert.schogger@metspace.co.uk
Check out MetSpace at https://www.metspace.co.uk/#about

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