Office Buildings Market Report 2026

The office buildings market size has grown marginally in recent years. It will grow from $553.57 billion in 2025 to $564.04 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in commercial office demand, expansion of traditional workplace models, reliance on conventional construction practices, increasing development of central business districts, rising need for administrative spaces.

The office buildings market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $625.93 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing adoption of smart and automated office technologies, growing emphasis on sustainable and green-certified buildings, rising renovation of outdated office assets, expansion of hybrid and flexible workplace environments, heightened focus on energy-efficient building systems. Major trends in the forecast period include growing development of multi-tenant office spaces, rising demand for renovation of conventional office buildings, expansion of flexible and modular office layouts, increased focus on high-performance building design, greater adoption of mixed-use office properties.

The growing demand for flexible workspace is expected to drive the expansion of the office buildings market going forward. Flexible workspace refers to a type of office environment that offers individuals and businesses a variety of work areas and services on a flexible basis. The increase in remote work and adaptable work arrangements has resulted in higher demand for office spaces that support different work styles and preferences. For example, in October 2025, coworkingcafe, a U.S.-based online platform for flexible workspace solutions, reported that the region had a total of 4,315 coworking spaces, making it one of the most widely connected markets globally. Therefore, the rising demand for flexible workspace is boosting the growth of the office buildings market during the forecast period.

Major companies in the office buildings sector are leveraging digital twin technology for the development of office buildings. Digital twin technology involves creating a virtual replica of physical objects, systems, or processes for real-time monitoring, analysis, and optimization. Microsoft Corporation, for instance, launched a smart building complex in October 2023 that showcases its Azure Digital Twins service. This service allows customers to digitally model their physical spaces and integrate real-time location data. The smart building complex is equipped with IoT sensors for occupancy detection, integrating data on movements, meeting schedules, and desk assignments to enhance efficiency.

In July 2023, WeWork India Management Ltd., an India-based premium flexible workspace operator partnered with Panchshil Realty to expand its flexible office portfolio and enhance workspace offerings across key Indian cities. This partnership aims to deliver an improved workspace experience for members and employees, generate long-term value for landlords, and reinforce the role of flexibility in Pune’s evolving commercial real estate market. Panchshil Realty is an India-based real estate developer and construction company that provides office building solutions.

Major companies operating in the office buildings market are Kiewit Building Group Inc., CBRE Group Inc., Bouygues S.A., Jacobs Solutions Inc., China Railway Construction Corporation Limited, Power Construction Corp., China State Construction Engineering Co. Ltd., Jones Lang LaSalle Inc., Colliers International India Property Services Pvt. Ltd., Skanska AB, Gilbane Building Company, Holcim Ltd., The Korte Company, W.G. Yates & Sons Construction Co., Cushman & Wakefield plc, Newmark Knight Frank, Transwestern Development Company, Marcus & Millichap Inc., Eastdil Secured International Ltd., Savills plc, Avison Young Inc., Kidder Mathews Inc., Lee & Associates Commercial Real Estate Services., Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, Keller Williams Realty Inc., Simon Property Group plc, Kilroy Realty Corp., Realty Income Corporation, Prologis Inc., Alexandria Real Estate Equities Inc., Boston Properties Inc., Vornado Realty Trust.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs are affecting the office buildings market by raising the cost of imported construction materials, electrical systems, and energy-efficient building components, resulting in higher project costs and extended delivery timelines across new construction and renovation segments. Regions with heavy dependence on imported steel, glass, and HVAC technologiesparticularly North America and Europeare most impacted. However, tariffs are also encouraging domestic sourcing, supporting local manufacturing, and stimulating innovation toward more cost-efficient and sustainable office-building solutions.

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An office building is a commercial structure designed with spaces dedicated to offices, serving as a facility primarily for business operations such as administration, clerical services, consulting, and various client services, excluding retail sales.

Office buildings are broadly categorized into smart buildings and traditional buildings. Smart buildings, or smart facilities, leverage information and communications technology systems, services, and technologies to optimize facility performance. The construction types, including new construction and renovation, find application in various ownership models such as owned and rental, catering to both private and public end users.Europe was the largest region in the office buildings market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the office buildings market report during the forecast period. The regions covered in the office buildings market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the office buildings market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The office building market includes revenues earned by entities by planning, developing, designing, procuring, constructing, and leasing of public or private office buildings. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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