In a scintillating evening of entrepreneurial spirit, The Flex and the City Awards 2026 celebrated their 3rd year acknowledging the titans of industry in a spectacular affair at The Ministry of Sound in London.
Flex and The City (FATC) is a prominent digital press platform dedicated entirely to the flexible workspace and office industry.
Today, flexible offices are an established part of the commercial property landscape. Companies want greater flexibility, reduced upfront commitments and workspace that can evolve with their business – and the awards reflect this change.
One of the biggest winners of the night was Office Freedom, a flexible office space pioneer that started in 1993. They scooped up big awards of the night including Agency of the Year and Deal of the Year 2026.
The event took place on 15th October and brought together leading flexible workspace operators, brokers, landlords and industry professionals.
Flex Agency of the Year and Flex Deal of the Year 2026
Office Freedom was named Flex Agency of the Year 2026, recognising its impact to the flexible workspace industry.
The business was co-founded in 1993 by London-natives, Laurence Beck MRICS and Richard Smith. Office Freedom was the first commercial property agency in the world to advise on all kinds of office transactions, including flexible office space, traditional leasing and freeholds.
Office Freedom’s second award of the evening was Flex Deal of the Year 2026, recognising a landmark 22,000 sq ft transaction at FORA’s Tintagel House in Vauxhall, London.
The deal secured an interim headquarters for the London Fire Brigade whilst their new £90 million refurbishment in Vauxhall is underway.
The transaction was particularly significant because the London Fire Brigade had previously occupied premises through traditional leases – and it shows how flexible workspace can meet the complex requirements of a major public sector firm.
The deal further highlights how major organisations and public sector occupiers are increasingly considering flexible solutions for substantial office requirements.
The award recognised the work of Johnny Bray MRICS of Office Freedom and James Bocking of FORA on the transaction.
The evening also saw Office Freedom’s senior account director, Bob Toor, shortlisted for the Legacy Award, recognising his contribution to the flexible workspace industry.
Jon Posener, COO of Office Freedom, commented:
“Bob is without doubt an industry legend. He has been working in the flexible office market for almost 25 years and has unparalleled relationships with both clients and operators. He is one of a number of industry legends that work for Office Freedom.”
Office Freedom would like to thank its clients, workspace partners and colleagues who have contributed to the company’s success.
About Office Freedom
Office Freedom’s free office search service helps businesses compare workspace options, understand the market and negotiate competitive terms across London and other parts of the world including France, Spain, The US and India.
According to their website, Office Freedom acts as a global single point of contact for businesses searching for flexible workspace solutions.
They provide free and impartial advice to occupiers, helping everyone from fast-growth startups to enterprise companies and large corporations navigate the global office market with confidence.