If you work in Barcelona, you know the city’s pace can be frantic. But what if the best place to grow your project wasn’t a glass office in the city center, but a space in the heart of a real neighborhood?
Coworking in Nou Barris is undergoing a revolution. Moving away from cold, corporate models, a new alternative has emerged—driven by a non-profit cooperative that puts people and the local community first.
Here are 5 reasons why this model is the future of work (especially number four).
1. Social and Solidarity Economy (SSE) in your zip code
By choosing a coworking space managed by a non-profit cooperative, your money doesn’t go toward lining a multinational’s pockets.
- Local Impact: Your membership fees are reinvested into maintaining the space and supporting projects that benefit the Nou Barris district.
- Shared Values: You’ll work in an environment where collaboration is valued over cutthroat competition.
2. Fair and Accessible Pricing (No «City Center Tax»)
Barcelona can be expensive, but working close to home shouldn’t be.
- Ethical Rates: Since there is no profit motive, prices are kept fair to cover costs while offering high-quality services to freelancers and local organizations.
- Commute-Free Life: Forget the Metro or the car; walk to work and reclaim your time.
3. A Professional Workspace with a Soul
Being a cooperative doesn’t mean we compromise on tech. In our Nou Barris space, you will find:
- High-speed fiber optic internet and ergonomic workstations.
- Professional meeting rooms to host your clients in a serious environment.
- The silence you need to focus—something that’s often impossible in a home office.
4. The Benefit That Will Surprise You: «Community Roots»
This is what sets us apart from any other coworking space in the city. Here, you aren’t just a «user» with an invoice number; you are part of a neighborhood ecosystem.
The Power of the Group: In a non-profit cooperative, the support network goes beyond business. It’s a place where a web designer might help a local neighborhood association, or a consultant advises a local shop.
Working here means weaving the fabric of the neighborhood. It is the satisfaction of knowing your professional success directly contributes to the prosperity of Nou Barris. The synergy isn’t just economic—it’s human.
5. Real Flexibility for Real People
We understand the lives of freelancers and small organizations. That’s why our cooperative model offers flexibility that others can’t:
- Adaptability to your actual needs.
- A friendly atmosphere where your voice matters in how the space is managed.
- A support community to help you navigate the challenges of self-employment.
Make Your Work Count in Nou Barris
Don’t look elsewhere for what you have right next door. If you want a professional space with values and a deep connection to the local community, the cooperative coworking model is for you.