Tag Archives: europe
Freelancing Is On The Rise: Here’s How Communities Can Assist New Freelancers
It’s European Freelancers Week (#EFWeek), the largest celebration of the role of freelancers in the European economy. Jeannine van der Linden, director of the European Coworking Assembly shares insights on the growth of the freelance sector and why communities are important for freelancers.
October 21, 2021
ProWorkspaces Announces Its 2021 Flexible Workspace Conference In Madrid
ProWorkspaces, the Spain-based flexible workspace association, has announced its 2021 flexible workspace conference.
October 4, 2021
Get Paid To Work Remotely In These European Towns
The boom in remote work is leading many small towns to incentivize people to move there, in a bid to stimulate the local economies. For location-independent workers looking to settle, these 4 attractive European locations could be just what you’re looking for.
September 23, 2021
Flexible Workspace In Europe “Has Plenty Of Room To Grow”
A new study from Social Workplaces shines a light on the evolution of flexible space in Europe and why there’s room to grow in the future.
June 14, 2021
Key Learnings From The Flexible Workspace Industry In 2020 (Part 5)
Robert Kropp interviewed Hera Hub’s Felena Hanson and Dan Zakai from Mindspace, to learn their experiences of running a flexible workspace business during the pandemic.
January 28, 2021
Key Learnings From The Flexible Workspace Industry In 2020 (Part 3)
Robert Kropp shares conversations he has had with flexible workspace owners during the Covid-19 pandemic. In this edition, Robert shares insights from Impact Hub, Work.Life, and Spacemade, who discuss their experiences of adapting to the pandemic and their plans for the future.
January 14, 2021
7 Post-Lockdown Trends For UK Flexible Space
The UK is back in lockdown, but we have positive change on our side in the form of a vaccination policy. Looking ahead, these 7 themes are expected to shape the UK flexible office market throughout 2021.
January 7, 2021
Key Learnings From The Flexible Workspace Industry In 2020 (Part 2)
Robert Kropp shares conversations he has had with flexible workspace owners OneCoWork, Venture X, and Creative Works, during the 2020 pandemic.
December 22, 2020
Funding A Coworking Space: A Founder’s Perspective
Highlights from a panel at Coworking Europe, during which co-founder Thom Wenke spoke about his experiences gaining funding for three coworking spaces. From private loans to seed funding, Thom explained the various methods he came across and the pros and cons of each.
November 27, 2020
Real Stories Of Learning And Growth From Local Coworking Spaces
Robert Kropp, who has visited 140+ coworking spaces around the world, shares conversations he has had with workspace owners during the pandemic. There is growing demand for local coworking spaces, but what can we learn from this going forward? What does it mean for the future of the industry?
November 19, 2020
Castleforge Expanding To ‘Every Corner Of The Country’ With Four Major Office Acquisitions
Property investment firm Castleforge Partners has acquired four major office spaces across England. Flexible workspace provider Clockwise will manage the sites to “deliver a positive experience for occupants and attractive returns for its investors”.
November 13, 2020
Danish Co-living Startup LifeX Raises €6 Million For European Expansion
Despite the pandemic, Danish proptech startup LifeX, currently operating in 6 European cities, has just announced a new funding round of €6 million, bringing its total funding to €15 million overall.
November 12, 2020
Cautious Optimism As Instant Releases Its 2020 UK Review
New research by the Instant Group reveals that UK supply has grown 4% despite the impact of Covid-19. While challenges persist, the report highlights a number of opportunities — including flex operators becoming “part of the supply chain” for newly agile businesses.
November 5, 2020
Demand For Flexible Space On The Rise In Germany
Research by The Instant Group shows that demand for flexible space in Germany increased by 20% in Q3 2020. Its report, ‘Finding the Balance’, reveals that Germany is the third largest flex market in Europe, and businesses are now adopting a hub and spoke real estate model in response to the pandemic.
November 2, 2020
“We Can’t Build It Quick Enough”: The Story Of Flexizone, The Netherlands’ Hottest New Flexible Space Brand
Flexizone is an innovative concept in the Netherlands, providing a combination of office, light industrial, and storage space under one roof. Founded by Kevin and Frank Oppenheim, Flexizone has achieved rapid success, even during the pandemic, and is continuing to expand its footprint across the Netherlands.
August 25, 2020
