The State of the Office 2026 - Interview with Tim Kay

<p>The workplace conversation isn’t about if the office still matters anymore…</p><p><br></p><p>It’s about how it evolves from here.</p><p><br></p><p>In the latest episode of Where Do We Go From Here?, I sat down with Tim Kay from JLL to unpack what’s really happening in the workplace and real estate market—both here in Detroit and nationally.</p><p>What we found isn’t workplace chaos… it’s something more nuanced.</p><p><br></p><p><u>Key takeaways from the conversation:</u></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Stability is the new baseline</strong></p><p>After years of volatility, the market is leveling out. Flat—but steady.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Less space, better experience</strong></p><p>Companies are reducing square footage but doubling down on quality, design, and amenity-driven environments.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Hybrid is settling into reality</strong></p><p>The 4-days-in, 1-day-remote model is becoming the norm—and it’s reshaping how offices are designed.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>The flight to quality is real</strong></p><p>Class A, walkable, experience-rich environments are winning. Everything else is being forced to adapt… or rethink its future entirely.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>The office still matters</strong></p><p>Collaboration, culture, mentorship—being together has measurable value. That debate is largely over.</p><p><br></p><p>This episode is a snapshot in time—but also a signal of where things are heading.</p><p><br></p><p>In the next episode, I sit down with Jenner Janus from Pophouse to explore workplace through the lens of brand, experience, and what the future of space could become.</p><p><br></p><p>I’d love to hear from you !</p><p><br></p><p>What are you seeing in your workplace right now?</p><p>Are you downsizing, upgrading, or rethinking entirely?</p><p><br></p><p>Drop your thoughts below or message me directly at catalloscott@gmail.com—these insights help shape future episodes.</p><p><br></p><p>And if you’re enjoying the series, share it with someone in your network who’s navigating these same questions.</p><p><br></p><p>#WorkplaceStrategy #FutureOfWork #RealEstate #Architecture #HybridWork #DetroitBusiness #OfficeDesign #Leadership</p><p><br></p>