Flex-office and hybrid work in Belgium in 2025: realities en challenges, and how Mesh-Immo supports businesses

Since the pandemic, hybrid work has become a lasting norm in Belgium. According to recent data, one in three Belgians now works from home at least one day per week, with this number rising to 42% in Brussels. Even more striking, 68% of Belgian employees practice part-time teleworking. This radical shift in work organization is profoundly changing expectations around professional workspaces.

However, this new way of working also brings significant challenges. On one hand, most employees want to keep the flexibility of telework, and employers recognize its crucial role in talent retention. On the other hand, a significant portion of companies question productivity and seek a gradual return to the office. This creates a complex reality where offices are often underutilized, posing a real headache for property management.

Tensions in the hybrid model and their real estate consequences

Traditional offices designed for daily presence are frequently underused. Yet, being present at the office remains a key element for team cohesion and company culture, with 84% of employees reporting they come to the office two to three days per week. The dilemma is real: how to adapt spaces to meet these new practices while controlling costs?

Employees express mixed feelings. Some regret the increase in mandatory office days, pointing out that they are more productive at home. Others emphasize that visibility in the office is crucial for career advancement. This dual dynamic shows that flex-office must be implemented carefully to avoid tensions and feelings of unfairness.

Challenges for companies and real estate agencies

In this context, several issues arise:

• Underutilized spaces generate significant fixed costs.

• Lack of effective booking systems leads to chaotic space management.

• Reduced social ties weaken company culture.

• Inequalities in office attendance can cause frustrations.

Adapting to this hybrid model therefore requires strategic thinking and specific expertise in choosing the right premises.

How Mesh-Immo supports businesses in this transition

This is where Mesh-Immo steps in as an expert in commercial real estate. Our mission is to help companies find spaces that truly match their current and future needs, taking into account this evolution in work practices.

Identifying the right space for your organization

We analyze your work model, the number of employees on site, budget constraints, and flexibility goals. Then, we evaluate with you the best solution — traditional offices with open spaces, coworking areas, managed offices — everything is possible.

Negotiating flexible real estate terms

In a rapidly changing market, we negotiate leases that can be adjusted based on actual usage. This avoids paying for unused square meters and gives your company the freedom to evolve without constraints.

Finding strategic locations across Belgium

Thanks to our deep local market knowledge, we identify neighborhoods and buildings with easy access, quality services, and a strong reputation — essential factors for attracting and retaining talent in a context where the workplace matters more than ever.

Supporting the implementation of flex-office

We collaborate with partners who optimize your spaces for hybrid work. Our role is to provide you with premises that facilitate this transformation and meet flex-office requirements.

Why choose Mesh-Immo?

Managing real estate adapted to hybrid work is no simple task. It requires deep market understanding, precise needs analysis, and the ability to negotiate flexible terms.

At Mesh-Immo, we put our expertise at your service to help your transition toward modern and efficient workspaces. We know that a good workspace is more than just square meters: it’s an environment that promotes productivity, collaboration, and well-being, while controlling costs.

Conclusion

Flex-office and hybrid work are more than passing trends in Belgium: they represent a lasting revolution in how we view professional spaces. To support this transformation, companies must rethink their commercial real estate.

With Mesh-Immo, you have a partner who helps you find suitable, flexible, and strategically located premises, making this transition a true performance lever for your company. Contact us to discuss your real estate projects and discover how we can support you in this new era of work.