Flexible workspaces are competing for tenants with more than convenient locations and reliable Wi-Fi, as premium amenities become an increasingly important part of the office experience. A new WeWork report examining flex spaces across 10 major markets in the U.S., Canada, and the U.K. finds that fitness facilities, parent rooms, pet-friendly policies, and upgraded food and beverage options are helping distinguish workspaces. The report compares how widely these amenities are offered across each market.
Fitness and Wellness Amenities Lead in Boston
Sports and recreation amenities, including gyms, wellness rooms, outdoor terraces, and recreational spaces, are most common in Boston, where 51% of flex spaces offer at least one. Washington, D.C. follows at 42%, London at 36%, Los Angeles at 35%, and San Francisco at 32%.
Parent Rooms Remain Uncommon Across Flex Spaces
Dedicated parent and nursing rooms are among the least common amenities in the report. Austin leads, with 18% of flex spaces offering them, followed by San Francisco at 17%, Boston at 13%, and Washington, D.C., and New York at 11% each.
London Leads in Pet-Friendly Workspaces
London has the highest share of pet-friendly flex spaces among the markets studied, at 29%. San Francisco follows at 23%, while Miami and New York each record 18%.
Premium Food and Beverage Options Vary Less by City
Premium food and beverage amenities, such as espresso bars, baristas, cafés, and food halls, are more evenly distributed across the markets than other experience-focused categories.
Boston leads, with 35% of flex spaces offering these options. Los Angeles follows at 30%, New York at 29%, and Washington, D.C., and Toronto at 28% each.
Parking, Bike Storage, and EV Charging Are the Most Common Extras
Practical commuting amenities are more widespread than the four experience-focused categories. The report includes parking, bicycle storage, and electric vehicle charging in this group.
Austin has the highest share of flex spaces offering at least one, at 66%, followed by Washington, D.C. at 64%, Miami at 60%, Los Angeles at 59%, and Boston at 57%. New York has the lowest share among the markets discussed, at 33%.
The findings suggest that flexible workspace providers are placing greater emphasis on amenities that support employees’ daily routines, from exercise and childcare needs to food options and commuting. For operators, these features offer another way to differentiate their spaces as companies weigh the value of bringing employees into the office.
