The New Face of Indian Offices

India is going through a major workspace transition, and co-working spaces are playing a major role in it

- Sanchita Nambiar

Choosing a co-working space makes a lot of difference because you can just show up, work and leave, expresses Laveena Nambiar, a public relations official who works out of Garage coworking in Mumbai. She says, “You don’t have to take care of anything else. And, the best part about it is that you don’t have to spend on anything, at least in my office we get basic breakfast and amenities, for which we don’t have to pay. Basically, the way the space has been developed gives me the freedom of doing what I want to do.” Nambiar is one of many working individuals and corporates around the country who are joining this wave of co-working spaces.

Currently, the trend of co-working spaces is gaining wide popularity in India — the ultra-modern environment, cost effectiveness and networking opportunities is attracting Indians to break out from the monotony. Mumbai, New Delhi, and Bengaluru accommodate most of the co-working spaces in India, followed by Pune and Kolkata.

WHO IS USING THEM?

The concept of “Co-working space” is synonymous with freelancers, solo entrepreneurs, digital nomads and startups, looking to create and nurture collaborative co-working communities. A case in point is how it proves instrumental in helping entrepreneurs and start-ups find their potential business partners. Not to forget, it also enables them in bypassing the fixed rental cost and other hassles of a traditional office.

Even for freelancers, it makes more sense to be a part of a co-working environment rather than operating from home or coffee shops.

Besides, expats and corporate individuals who are travelling to a country for a limited period of time also opt for this synergetic work environment.

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