Post-COVID-19, we have seen a shift in how workplaces operate in that they are adopting a hybrid approach to working that offers their employees flexibility to work from home or the office. This shift has brought rise to the concept of coworking, which can be defined as the arrangement of how organisations share a workspace.

This concept has brought a change in the work culture and has several benefits to both the company and the members of these spaces such as increased flexibility, increased network opportunities, reduced costs and many more advantages.

In this article, we look at trends that we expect to see regarding coworking spaces.

1 . Building community 

The main idea behind coworking is that individuals may collaborate and pool resources to accomplish common objectives. 

It is anticipated that when coworkers have a community they connect and create bonds that benefit them in both their personal and professional life.

For example, ‘Fun Fridays,’ when workers get to play games, cook together, listen to music while working, and many other activities, are a way that many businesses around the world are attempting to foster a feeling of community in the workplace. 

The number of coworking spaces is predicted to increase, with a primary focus on providing a gathering place where individuals can mingle and develop meaningful connections.

2. Split between corporate and boutique spaces / Niche spaces

Similar to managing any business, coworking requires you to identify and target the kind of customer you want to use your goods and services. 

Coworking spaces have advanced even further; the practice of coworking facility owners giving preference to a particular kind of clientele has increased.

Coworking areas are being set aside for use by a particular clientele for eg. corporate purposes where only people working in the corporate sector utilize the area; or for boutique purposes where only people in a specific industry—such as lawyers, doctors, or small and medium-sized enterprises—occupy the space.

3. Prioritising well-being and hybrid workspaces

There has been a rise in businesses across all industries that link employee mental health and well-being to productivity. Workplaces provide incentives and flexibility alternatives to their employees to meet these needs. 

Coworking spaces recognize that the working environment plays a key role in employees feeling at ease and productive,  therefore they’ve created spaces that are well designed and furnished to enhance concentration.

Further, coworking spaces allow for continued productivity by offering amenities like hot desks and communal seatings that are comfortably furnished for them to interact with coworkers as they work or during breaks.

4. Multiple locations

It is anticipated that coworking spaces will have locations in both rural and urban areas, following a decentralised model. In addition to embracing many themes, this also aims to blur the lines between conventional workplace environments. 

Additionally, as more people in various locations require coworking services, it is being done to broaden the company’s reach and foster growth.

5. Tech-driven and better security 

Considering the digital world is here to stay, businesses must be able to adapt to the rapidly evolving trends in technology. To give consumers a smooth experience, coworking spaces are integrating technology solutions into their structures. 

As coworking locations house a lot of sensitive data, there is a noticeable increase in technological security features. Systems like biometric scans are being added to the facilities to restrict access to those who are not authorised.

To conclude, coworking spaces are the way of the future for businesses since they take into account a lot of factors that have an impact on our daily life as a community and as people including the numerous advantages they provide to their users.

We’re back and we are better in our newly opened offices located at ZEP- RE business park, along Alick Nkhata road, Mass media overlooking the city with breathtaking views offers you a luxurious and modern workspace for all your business needs.

At the Hive coworking space, we offer a variety of coworking solutions such as daily work desks, dedicated desks and meeting rooms.  Check out our page to view our offering and if you would like to, book your space.