Hybrid working has become a permanent feature of workplace strategies worldwide, according to a global survey by Manova Partners among 73 office occupiers.
The survey found that 70% of companies continue to operate hybrid working models combining office attendance with remote work. Despite this shift, demand for office space remains stable, with 59% of respondents stating that their office space requirements have not changed. While 14% expect to require less space, 15% report increasing demand for office accommodation.
"The results underline a structural shift in the office market: hybrid working is no longer a temporary trend, but the new foundation of workplace strategy. At the same time, companies are not turning away from the office – they are simply becoming more selective," said Dimitri Maillard, Co-Head of Asset Management Europe at Manova Partners. "Across European markets, demand is increasingly focused on well-located, high-quality and flexible office space that supports collaboration, employee satisfaction and compliance with ESG standards."
Compared with 2021, the overall share of companies using hybrid working models has remained stable at around 70%. However, regional developments vary considerably. Adoption rates increased in Latin America from 74% to 93% and in Western Europe from 74% to 80%, while the CEE region recorded a decline from 74% to 61%.
Among companies operating hybrid models, 76% do not plan to reduce the number of remote working days. The survey was conducted between December 2025 and February 2026, with responses from 73 office occupiers across Manova Partners' portfolio.
