Guides

Moving out of coworking, the practical way

Plain-English notes for teams of 10 to 40 renting a fitted office in Hong Kong: what it costs, how much space you need, and what to check before you sign.

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Coworking to office

7 signs your team has outgrown coworking

How to tell when a team of 10 to 40 people in Hong Kong should move from a coworking membership to its own fitted office.

2 min read · 16 Oct 2026
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Central Hong Kong

Central Hong Kong office market in 2026: rents, vacancy and what it means for a 10 to 40 person team

What JLL says about Central Grade A office rents and vacancy in 2026, and how a smaller team should plan its move in a tightening market.

2 min read · 16 Oct 2026
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Coworking to office

Coworking vs a fitted office: how to compare the real monthly cost

A method for comparing coworking fees with the full cost of a fitted office in Hong Kong, including deposit, stamp duty, rates and reinstatement.

2 min read · 16 Oct 2026
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Coworking to office

Coworking, serviced office or fitted office: which suits a team of 10 to 40 in Hong Kong?

A plain comparison of coworking, serviced offices, fitted offices and bare shells in Hong Kong, covering commitment, privacy, cost structure and set-up time.

2 min read · 16 Oct 2026
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Space planning

Gross vs net area in Hong Kong offices: why the number on the listing is not your usable space

What gross and net area mean in Hong Kong office listings, why they differ, and how to check usable space before you sign.

2 min read · 16 Oct 2026
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Costs and leases

Hong Kong office lease terms explained: length, deposit, break clauses and more

The main terms in a Hong Kong office lease: how long it runs, how much deposit to expect, what a redevelopment clause means and what to negotiate.

2 min read · 16 Oct 2026
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Coworking to office

Moving from coworking to your own office in Hong Kong: a 90-day plan

A step-by-step timeline for a team of 10 to 40 moving from coworking to a fitted office in Hong Kong, from brief to move-in.

2 min read · 16 Oct 2026
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Fitted offices

Office fit-out costs in Hong Kong in 2026

What a medium-quality office fit-out costs per square foot in Hong Kong in 2026, according to JLL, and what that means for a team of 10 to 40.

2 min read · 16 Oct 2026
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Costs and leases

Reinstatement in Hong Kong office leases: what it means and what to ask

Reinstatement is the cost of returning an office to its original condition at the end of a lease. Here is how it works in Hong Kong and what to ask about a fitted space.

2 min read · 16 Oct 2026
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Costs and leases

Rates, government rent and stamp duty on a Hong Kong office lease

How rates, government rent and stamp duty work for Hong Kong office tenants, with the stamp duty rates by lease term and a worked example.

2 min read · 16 Oct 2026
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Central Hong Kong

Renting a fitted office near Duddell Street, Central: Ruttonjee Centre

A guide to Ruttonjee Centre on Duddell Street in Central, with its two towers, access from Central MTR and the kinds of fitted offices available.

2 min read · 16 Oct 2026
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Fitted offices

What is a fitted office?

A fitted office is an office space that already has its fit-out in place. Here is what is usually included, what is not, and who it suits in Hong Kong.

2 min read · 16 Oct 2026
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Fitted offices

Fitted office or bare shell in Hong Kong: what is the difference?

What "fitted", "landlord's new fittings" and "bare shell" mean in Hong Kong office listings, and which suits a team that wants to move in fast.

2 min read · 16 Oct 2026
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Space planning

How much office space does a team of 10 to 40 need in Hong Kong?

A rule of thumb for sizing a Hong Kong office in square feet per person, with a table for teams of 10, 20, 30 and 40.

2 min read · 16 Oct 2026
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Costs and leases

Office rent in Hong Kong: rent, management fee, rates and what is "all-in"

The charges that make up the monthly cost of a Hong Kong office, and the one all-in figure Ready Office quotes.

2 min read · 16 Oct 2026
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Fitted offices

Office viewing checklist for Hong Kong teams

What to check when you view an office in Hong Kong, from access and air-conditioning to the lease terms to ask about.

2 min read · 16 Oct 2026