The Office Group

The Black & White Building continues to captivate. Recently, The Guardian urged RIBA to consider our Shoreditch workspace, designed by Waugh Thistleton Architects, for the prestigious Stirling Prize—the ultimate recognition in UK architecture. And we’re fully onboard with supporting The Guardian's call! Celebrated for its innovation and environmental ambition, the Black & White Building stands as a strong contender for the prize. Join us as we eagerly anticipate the verdict this summer! Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/evbk6vCb

We're excited to share that the Black and White Building has been honoured with the RIBA 2024 London Award. Once again, Fora ’s timber workspace has been acknowledged for its pioneering ambition and innovation. Standing proudly as London’s tallest timber building in Shoreditch, it reflects our unwavering commitment to craftmanship and sustainability. Utilising sustainably sourced timber and solar panels, it’s achieved over a 50% reduction in carbon compared to traditional structures, meeting the RIBA 2030 Climate Challenge metrics. This innovative collaboration with Waugh Thistleton Architects, who designed the building, has also earned us the prestigious 2024 RIBA London Client of the Year award. Looking ahead, we're excited to keep pushing the boundaries of innovation, sustainability, and design excellence, leading the way in creating spaces that inspire and elevate the everyday work experience.

We are thrilled to partner with Future Frontiers, an award-winning charity dedicated to supporting disadvantaged youth through career coaching. In the UK, family income remains the strongest predictor of one's future. Youth from low-income backgrounds face barriers to academic success, higher education, and fulfilling employment. #FutureFrontiers is changing this narrative. As a proud partner, we've witnessed firsthand the tremendous impact that Future Frontiers has on young lives. Their guidance empowered our team members to support students in exploring career aspirations and unlocking their potential—an opportunity greatly valued by everyone involved. During an intensive 4-week coaching initiative, these volunteers supported students to identify their career goals and build a career action plan. Kudos to all who took part and dedicated their time to such an important effort!   Barry S. Gustavo Rodrigues Michael Hitchcock Emily Barrett Nancy Ford Fruitful Wisdom Molina Jessica Rodrigues Adam Nickson Tahmina Begum Matthew Aideyan Nyree Laing

Putting people first is at the core of our mission. We're dedicated to providing our team and Fora members with a platform to empower and inspire. Today, we're thrilled to share some wise words and career insights from our Chief Marketing Officer, Jennie Farmer, as part of Fora's 'Dear Younger Me' series.

Exciting news for our Fora workspaces! We're thrilled for these prestigious nominations as they reflect our commitment to excellence across every aspect of our workspaces, from design to service.

Volunteering with brands rooted in community, like Magic Breakfast, makes our work even more fulfilling as an organisation. Looking back on last year, we were proud to engage in redecorating a local school, collecting donations, and distributing breakfast to children in need across London. This month, we're excited to bring back our member breakfasts and lunches across Fora in support of the #GreatBigBreakfast. It's a wonderful initiative that not only brings people together over food but also raises funds to provide meals for hungry children

Our COO, Toby Ogden, takes the spotlight in the newest episode of My Duvet Flip - UK’s Leading Careers Show. Dive in to uncover stories from his career journey, navigating the industry from The Office Group to Fora . Gain valuable career insights and explore the people-first philosophy that not only influences his journey but also mirrors our company’s culture. 🎙 To listen to this enriching episode, click on the links below: Apple: https://lnkd.in/ggwbqeMY Amazon: https://lnkd.in/gXNMHbmQ Spotify: https://lnkd.in/gEiudt_E

And the award for our most celebrated workspace this year goes to… 🥁 The Black & White Building. Recognised by the prestigious Journal of Architecture and New London Architecture, as well as the Wood Awards, our mass timber workspace garnered considerable attention this year, clinching multiple award wins and countless nominations. Nestled in the heart of Shoreditch, The Black & White Building designed by the talented Waugh Thistleton Architects and daytrip.studio, effortlessly blends architectural innovation and sustainability, providing an unmatched workplace experience. Explore it here: https://lnkd.in/eKaUs3QE

Inspiring the next generation of the workplace and beyond has always been close to our hearts. This year is no exception, and we're thrilled to announce that our Makers & Mentors initiative, developed under The Office Group in collaboration with POoR Collective, has won the Inspire Future Generations Awards 2023 in the mentoring category. Through this initiative, we provided emerging designers with the invaluable experience of working on a live client project—creating sustainable furniture for The Black & White Building. Congratulations to all involved!

At Fora, we’re driven by one simple truth; everyone works differently. Whether you’re a quiet seeker, a noise needer, a solo thinker or a social butterfly, we’re here to empower you to do your best work in your own unique way. With our collection of over 60 distinctive workspaces, on-site wellness amenities and dedicated Member Experience team, we take the grind out of daily working life, so you can focus on what’s important – working productively, happily and healthily. https://www.foraspace.com/