When companies are looking for new office space these days, they’re increasingly considering how far workers will have to walk to grab a coffee or to hit the gym at lunch.

Elevated employee expectations are pushing companies to factor in nearby amenities as part of the workplace experience, which is continuing to expand beyond the confines of the office.

If it’s more than five minutes from the front door, they’re looking elsewhere.

“Coming to work is no longer limited to the office,” says Mireille Wan, Senior Director, JLL. “Amenities within a five-minute radius from the workplace can transform the experience for returning employees and offer a differentiated experience from home.”

Wan was moderating a panel on the transformation of workplace experiences at the Future of Office event featuring industry experts who discussed a broad range of issues, from the amenities offered within a five-minute workplace to how buildings and offices can meet demands for space flexibility.

“The concept of workplace has changed in the past two years, given the shift from working in the office, to working from home and now somewhere in between,” says Hui Min Chan, Director, DP Architects, at the Future of Office event.