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Libraries Continue to Evolve into Coworking Centers

As the U.S. workforce widely adopts remote and hybrid work models, it becomes increasingly beneficial for community resources to reflect these trends.

Dominic CatacorabyDominic Catacora
August 11, 2023
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What’s going on:     

Libraries are continuing to cater to remote and hybrid workers by modifying library spaces and offering similar services to those provided by coworking spaces. This transition is contributing to a rise of in-person visits to urban public libraries, according to the Urban Libraries Council.  Library usage is moving closer to pre-pandemic levels, with in-person visits to urban public libraries rising to over 50% of 2019 levels in 2022, according to the Urban Libraries Council.   

One new program being offered by The Rockland Public Library has been awarded $25,000 in funding as a part of Maine’s “Remote Work through Libraries” initiative, according to The Courier-Gazette. The funding will contribute to the “Rockland’s Remote Worker Expansion Project,” wherein the library will modify its interiors to cater to remote and hybrid workers, home-based entrepreneurs, and business owners. The project involves the creation of coworking spaces, outreach activities, external accessibility improvements, and new programs to help remote workers build professional and social ties in their city. 

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Why it matters:  

As the U.S. workforce widely adopts remote and hybrid work models, it becomes increasingly beneficial for community resources to reflect these trends. Libraries, traditionally seen as sanctuaries of knowledge, are emerging as adaptable and versatile options for those seeking a place to work outside of their home office.  

This evolution is not just about providing a quiet place to work; it’s a recognition of the broader needs of today’s workforce. By offering accessible and affordable opportunities, libraries cater to those without the privilege of a dedicated home office or the financial means for coworking spaces. The trend towards accommodating remote workers in public spaces like libraries also taps into the essential need for social interaction and professional networking — bridging the gap often felt by those working in isolation. 

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How it’ll impact the future:    

The ongoing transformation of public libraries to serve the remote workforce hints at a more decentralized future for workspaces. This trend can lead to a reduction in the typical hustle and bustle associated with centralized business districts, promoting economic activity in more diverse parts of cities or towns.  

Particularly in smaller communities that lack dedicated business infrastructures, such a move can usher in an era of local innovation and entrepreneurship, all from within the comforting walls of a library. The availability of workspaces closer to home, like those in local libraries, points towards a future where work-life balance is not just a catchphrase but an achievable and accessible reality. 

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Dominic Catacora

Dominic Catacora is a Staff Writer for Allwork.space. He is based in Pittsburgh, PA. He graduated from Radford University in 2017 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Media Studies - Journalism. He has previously covered the Historic Triangle as a journalist living in Williamsburg, Va, and is now focused on writing related to the future of work.

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