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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 why Ready Office shows one all-in monthly figure.
2 min read · 16 Oct 2026
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