Do you wonder what coworking is all about? To know what coworking is, we must travel back in time! Discover the rich history of coworking and how Essential Offices has always been ahead of the curve when it comes to affordable workspace solutions. You will see the many benefits that coworking provides and how it is the perfect solution for your company.
Let’s begin in 1999 in Berlin, where Bernard DeKoven coined the term. Bernard wanted to encapsulate the concept of collaborative work among equals. At its inception, “coworking” referred more to the act of collaborative work rather than the flexible workspaces we associate with the term today. Fast forward to 2002 where two Austrian entrepreneurs opened the first coworking concept: A place where the goal was for entrepreneurial freelancers to come together and collaborate. But it wasn’t until 2005 coworking truly began to shine, when the inventor of the Twitter hashtag set up an online resource called “The Coworking Wiki”, and from there coworking began its exponential growth around the world. In 2005 the first US coworking space was established.
Essential Offices (formerly known as PC Executive Services) opened its doors in 1989 to cater to business professionals seeking private executive suites. When remote work became established in the early 2000s, coworking became a necessity as the internet revolutionized the business landscape.
However, even before coworking emerged, Essential Offices recognized the importance of community. We were pioneers in our market because we saw that beyond the basic need for office space, professionals craved a place to collaborate and network with like-minded individuals. In a time when private offices merely provided workspace, we offered much more—and continue to do so today. Rooted in principles of collaboration and community, Essential Offices was well-positioned when coworking gained popularity in 2005, ready to meet the industry’s evolving needs. As we look to 2024, the original concept of coworking has evolved to include flexible office spaces with private office suites. Yet, at its core, coworking remains about fostering a vibrant community.
So why choose Essential Offices as your workspace solution? Simply put, we offer the solution for any need you and your business could have. From flexible office space, such as open coworking space and dedicated desks, to private executive suites for you and your team, we can accommodate all your business needs.
Beyond just providing office space, we offer perks like a prestigious business address, efficient mail handling, and live answering phones to support your operations seamlessly. Our contract terms are flexible and affordable, ensuring you can focus on growing your business without the burden of upfront costs. What truly makes us unique is our commitment to building a supportive community where networking with potential collaborators and clients happens naturally. Tour Essential Offices today to see how our community-minded atmosphere and comprehensive services can empower your business journey!