{"id":24984,"date":"2023-03-16T12:12:27","date_gmt":"2023-03-16T12:12:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/work.life\/?p=24984"},"modified":"2025-03-11T11:02:12","modified_gmt":"2025-03-11T11:02:12","slug":"9-ways-to-create-a-more-environmentally-sustainable-office-space","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/9-ways-to-create-a-more-environmentally-sustainable-office-space\/","title":{"rendered":"9 Ways To Create a More Sustainable Office Space"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Quick Links<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/9-ways-to-create-a-more-environmentally-sustainable-office-space\/#Set_your_sustainable_office_space_goals\" >Set your sustainable office space goals\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/9-ways-to-create-a-more-environmentally-sustainable-office-space\/#Assemble_your_%E2%80%98green_team\" >Assemble your \u2018green\u2019 team<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/9-ways-to-create-a-more-environmentally-sustainable-office-space\/#Improve_your_energy_efficiency\" >Improve your energy efficiency<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/9-ways-to-create-a-more-environmentally-sustainable-office-space\/#Become_a_B_Corp\" >Become a B Corp<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/9-ways-to-create-a-more-environmentally-sustainable-office-space\/#Slash_your_paper_use\" >Slash your paper use\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/9-ways-to-create-a-more-environmentally-sustainable-office-space\/#Encourage_a_green_commute\" >Encourage a green commute<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/9-ways-to-create-a-more-environmentally-sustainable-office-space\/#Cut_your_office_waste\" >Cut your office waste<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/9-ways-to-create-a-more-environmentally-sustainable-office-space\/#Give_back_to_sustainable_causes\" >Give back to sustainable causes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/9-ways-to-create-a-more-environmentally-sustainable-office-space\/#Consider_coworking\" >Consider coworking<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/9-ways-to-create-a-more-environmentally-sustainable-office-space\/#Small_changes_BIG_impact\" >Small changes, BIG impact!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We all want to be more David Attenborough. From using less plastic and buying second-hand to eating plant-based and ditching the car, most people are making changes to lead more sustainable, eco-conscious lives.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>But what can you do to lower your environmental impact at work? Creating a sustainable <a href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/office-space\/\">office space<\/a> is the answer!<\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Heaps of business benefits come with being kinder to the planet \u2013 not least reducing your office carbon footprint. Things like higher productivity, improved employee satisfaction, and lowered costs have all been linked to sustainable workspaces.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As a loud and proud <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/what-is-a-b-corp\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">B Corp<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, we\u2019re BIG on sustainability. So, we like to think we know a thing or two about eco-friendly offices. Here are some of our top tips to help you be your best sustainable selves.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Set_your_sustainable_office_space_goals\"><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Set your sustaina<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ble office space goals\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">First things first, what do you want to achieve as a business? Outlining your aims from the very beginning will go a long way to helping you stay on track and smash your sustainable office goals.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Spark a company-wide conversation about what sustainability means for your employees. Look at what you can improve within your business. And then use these findings to start turning ideas into actions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This might also be an excellent time to revisit your company\u2019s mission statement. Make sure it reflects your goals, and don\u2019t be shy to shout out about your commitment to improving your social and environmental performance.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Assemble_your_%E2%80%98green_team\"><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Assemble your \u2018green\u2019 team<\/span><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Choose your resident eco-warriors who can lead your sustainability journey. They\u2019ll be in charge of developing your sustainability initiatives and putting them into action. But sustainability includes the efforts of your whole team. So, keep all your staff informed along the way. How about holding a lunch and learn about sustainability in the workplace?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:257}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">By making sustainability part of your company culture, your teams are continually encouraged to find ways to make your office more sustainable. It\u2019ll be much easier to stay motivated and achieve amazing results together.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>At Work.Life, we have our very own &#8216;Sustainability Committee&#8217;, made up of staff from various areas within the business who&#8217;re in charge of keeping our spaces running sustainably, improving our processes, and getting our members engaged in being more eco-friendly in and out of work.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improve_your_energy_efficiency\"><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Improve your energy efficiency<\/span><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">One of the most effective efficiency tips is to switch to LEDs if your office uses CFL or fluorescent lighting. You can also consider an automatic lighting control system to cut your energy consumption &#8211; all Work.Life spaces have automatic sensors so the lights aren&#8217;t on when no-one&#8217;s there. Controls like dimmers and occupancy sensors automatically adjust the office lights, so you only use what you need.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Speaking of lights, let in as much natural light as possible or choose a sustainable workspace with plenty of natural light. This cuts energy usage, saves you money and can increase employee wellbeing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">And slay those pesky energy-draining vampire devices. Encourage staff to switch off or unplug appliances or devices when they\u2019re not being used, particularly at the end of a work day or week.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Become_a_B_Corp\"><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Become a B Corp<\/span><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We\u2019re a proud <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bcorporation.net\/en-us\/find-a-b-corp\/company\/work-life\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">B Corp<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. That means we\u2019re committed to treating people, communities and the environment respectfully, sustainably, and ethically. Why not join us?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Being a B Corp is great for your company\u2019s image. But importantly, it gives you a framework to assess different areas of your business and how you can make changes to improve your social and environmental performance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You\u2019ll also get access to a network of other businesses willing to share their experience and best practices. It\u2019s great to have these connections and know your road to sustainability isn\u2019t a lonely one.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Slash_your_paper_use\"><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Slash your paper use<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Or even better, go paperless! We know this isn\u2019t always possible, but try to be as paperless as possible. Make switches to online billing, cloud-based storage and digital signatures.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you can\u2019t part with your printer, buy sustainably sourced recycled paper. You can also set your printer to print on both sides as your default \u2013 an easy way to cut your paper use by 50%.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Encourage_a_green_commute\"><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Encourage a green commute<\/span><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Reduce your office\u2019s overall carbon footprint by encouraging staff to choose an eco-friendlier commute. Even if it\u2019s just one day a week, using public transport, car sharing, or walking or cycling to work cuts traffic congestion and air pollution. It can also improve your health, fitness and wellbeing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You can even offer incentives like holding a green commute challenge with prizes \u2013 who doesn\u2019t love a bit of healthy competition?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">And be sure to set up secure bike storage, so your staff feel confident their bike is safe at work.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cut_your_office_waste\"><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Cut your office waste<\/span><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Reduce how much your office contributes to landfill to create a more sustainable office space. Here are some small ideas that can make a big difference:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Ditch single-use materials and replace disposable kitchen items like plates, cups and utensils with reusable ones.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Have separate bins with clear labels for waste, recycling and composting.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Only print if absolutely necessary \u2013 remember what we said in step 5!<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Remove personal bins from under team members\u2019 desks to encourage recycling.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Buy tea and coffee supplies in bulk for less packaging.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Gift reusable water bottles to your staff.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Switch to digital business cards (if you need them).<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Challenge staff to pack a zero-waste lunch at least once a week.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Give_back_to_sustainable_causes\"><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Give back to sustainable causes<\/span><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Help offset your office\u2019s environmental impact by supporting causes that align with your sustainable goals. You could support tree planting initiatives, donate a % each year to environmental partners or set up a fundraiser for a local project.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Or how about asking your teams to use a charity cashback site like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.easyfundraising.org.uk\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Easyfundraising<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">? Together, you can raise money for a green charity of your company\u2019s choice when you shop online at no extra cost to you.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Another option is to plan a volunteering event like tree planting or a litter pick to show your commitment to sustainability. Doing good in the community gives you the warm fuzzies, too!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Consider_coworking\"><\/span>Consider coworking<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Sharing is caring &#8211; and that goes for offices, too! A shared office space (a.k.a. coworking) allows several companies to work underneath one roof (meaning less land occupied), share common amenities like kitchens, bathrooms, and outdoor space, as well as printers, private phone booths, breakout spaces, and even coffee machines. Because companies are sharing resources, coworking is inherently more eco-friendly. Plus many coworking spaces (like ours, woo!) are committed to creating more sustainable workplaces, a big draw for companies interested in reducing their footprint.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s a common misconception that a shared office space means your team will be working in an open space with other companies &#8211; but this isn&#8217;t the case. Within a coworking space you can rent your own lockable, private office, where it&#8217;s just amenities and resources that are shared with other businesses.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Small_changes_BIG_impact\"><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Small changes, BIG impact!<\/span><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Making changes to create a sustainable office doesn\u2019t have to be scary. When you break all the tips we\u2019ve given you into manageable steps, they\u2019re actually pretty simple! Rome wasn\u2019t built in a day. So, take your time to <\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">really <\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">think about what you want to achieve, get your teams on board and start creating a more sustainable office space.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Remember, a few small changes today can have a big impact on helping your business move towards a more sustainable future.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Learn more about our <\/span><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/sustainability\/\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">B Corp status<\/span><\/b><\/a><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> and how we aim to give back to our people, communities and the planet &#8211; or enquire about <a href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/office-space\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">private offices<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/coworking\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">coworking<\/a> at Work.Life.<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We all want to be more David Attenborough. 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