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India's office market is experiencing robust growth as companies prioritize sustainability, flexibility, and inclusivity. Grade A office space across major cities is expected to reach 70 million square feet in 2025, supported by 60 million square feet of new supply. Developers are focusing on wellness-driven designs, technology-enabled infrastructure, and collaborative zones. Flexible workspaces are gaining traction, with nearly 20% of demand expected from this segment. Strong sustainability adoption, attention to generational diversity, and technology integration are shaping India's workplaces, positioning the country as a leading APAC office hub.
Corporate occupiers across Asia Pacific are actively reshaping their workplaces, with India standing out as a market prioritizing sustainability, inclusivity, and high-quality office spaces, according to Colliers' latest report, 2026 Asia Pacific Workplace Insights. The report surveyed over 800 corporate occupiers in the region, highlighting key trends such as hybrid work models, employee experience, technology adoption, and environmentally responsible practices. India is emerging as a leader in integrating these strategies compared to other APAC markets. Advertisement
India's office market is expanding steadily. Demand for Grade A office space across the top seven cities is expected to reach 70 million square feet this year, with new supply projected at around 60 million square feet. Developers are responding by focusing on wellness-driven designs, collaborative zones, technology-enabled infrastructure, and sustainability features. Despite global trade challenges, the combination of strong demand and premium supply is driving rentals higher, reinforcing India's position as one of the most dynamic office markets in the APAC region.
Arpit Mehrotra, Managing Director of Office Services, Colliers India, noted that Indian occupiers are clearly moving towards sustainability and quality. Over 80% of upcoming Grade A office supply is expected to be green-certified. While green certification is becoming standard, broader ESG goals remain a key focus. Flexible workspaces are rising to meet the dual need of agility and return-to-office mandates, making flexibility central to workplace strategy.
Vimal Nadar, National Director and Head of Research at Colliers India, added that flex spaces are now a vital part of the Indian office landscape. They support hybrid work models, allow companies to manage growth efficiently, and are expected to account for nearly 20% of Grade A office demand in the next few years. These spaces also help organizations achieve cost efficiency while maintaining agility.
Other insights from the report include nearly half of APAC organizations investing in workplace quality and employee experience, with 26% having made significant investments in the past year and another 22% planning to do so in the year ahead. The hybrid paradox remains, with 47% of companies adopting flexible work models while maintaining traditional attendance mandates and assigned seating.
Inclusivity is another focus. India leads APAC in generational diversity, with 44% of organizations already considering multiple generations in workplace design. Social interaction, quality of workspace, and access to wellbeing features are the top factors driving employees to return to offices. Senior leadership plays a major role in shaping workplace strategy, though fewer organizations actively involve all employees.
Collaboration with landlords on sustainability is also rising, with 67% of Indian companies working closely to meet environmental goals. Technology adoption is expanding, with 20% of organizations using AI tools to improve employee experience, and commercial real estate functions such as lease management, tenant screening, and energy optimization increasingly embracing automation.
Mike Davis, Managing Director, Occupier Services, APAC, emphasized that workplaces now focus on performance and experience, not just physical space. Organizations that integrate strategy, design, and technology effectively are better positioned to create value. Success depends on turning investment and planning into actionable results that bridge gaps in flexibility, sustainability, and inclusivity.
Source PTI
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