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We all love to travel and to see new places and have memorable experiences far from home. Unlike yesteryear, many of us no longer have the desire or need to work in the office and in one geographic location. The good thing for working nomad is that new options are popping up around the world that allow us to work, live and travel. And these are not the dodgy hostels and hangouts of your youth. No longer reserved for backpackers, this “digital nomad” lifestyle is becoming more and more popular mostly among young adults saying goodbye to the traditional office set-up.

The ASEAN Post estimates that there are currently over 39.7 million digital nomads traveling the world, and by 2035, the number could increase to over 1 billion. For this reason, co-working spaces have been cropping up all over the world, giving freelancers, remote professionals, and entrepreneurs a space to work from wherever they want.

But co-working spaces are so much more than your neighborhood coffee shop. Lately, these establishments are making a name for themselves for their cultural amenities and thoughtfully designed interiors. Whether you’re a fully-fledged nomad or just a tourist, consider visiting these eight stunning co-working spaces around the globe.

Benk + Bo | London, UK

While London is known for its busy city life, you can find a slice of tranquility at Benk + Bo. Everything from the hanging gardens to the orange lighting is designed to calm the mind, giving its patrons every reason to relax and focus on their work. True to its advocacy for mindfulness and mental wellness, the place even has a yoga studio. Fostering a community is often the goal of co-working spaces, but Benk + Bo takes it to the next level.

Zoku  |  Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Amsterdam has some of Europe’s finest hotels, one of which is Zoku, which also happens to be a local shelter for urban nomads and traveling professionals. Besides the communal working spaces on several of its floors, every loft feels like a co-working space too, as Zoku’s rooms are centered around wooden tables designed to fit four people. In fact, these tiny yet creatively designed lofts feel more like private offices than actual bedrooms.

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"Co-working spaces have evolved a lot over the past decade. No longer are they just extended coffee shops or glorified offices—they’re places that foster inspiration, community, even history and architectural wonder."

Crew Collective  | Montreal, Canada

A large co-working space in a repurposed building is nothing new—unless that building used to be the 1920s headquarters of the Royal Bank of Canada. The former bank wasn’t just any bank either; it used to be the major financial hub too. This is the reason for its cathedral-like architecture—proof of the establishment’s authority in the business world. Crew Collective preserved this historically rich building and turned it into a modern haven for freelancers and telecommuters. Although you need to be a member to get access to some of its amenities like its meeting rooms, anyone can come in and appreciate the view.

Industrious |  Chicago, USA

The creative and entrepreneurial spirit in Chicago has never been more alive. In fact, the city is fast rivaling the likes of Silicon Valley, attracting top talents from all the major US cities. True enough, you’ll find many of these freelancers and business owners in Industrious’ co-working spaces in Chicago. Boasting an incredibly diverse roster of professionals across their eight locations, you’re sure to satisfy your networking needs within their four walls. Of course, the cherry on top is their premium space, which is characterized by clean and minimalist interiors, polished conference rooms, and world-class amenities. You won’t find a more inspiring place than Industrious anywhere else.

The Working Capitol | Singapore

Much like Chicago, Singapore is also a hive full of entrepreneurial activity—this time in Asia. As the center for creativity, technology, and business within the country—Keong Saik—The Working Capitol has attracted thousand of creative minds over years. The 33,000 square foot co-working space provides tastefully designed amenities such as a lounge, informal breakout areas, event spaces, meeting rooms, and shared desk areas. Walking in, The Working Capitol’s creative atmosphere will make any digital nomad feel invigorated.

Hubud | Bali, Indonesia

Hubud is Bali’s first ever co-working space and is often referred to as the “benchmark of digital nomad co-working” on the island. Its name is a clever combination of “[Hub]-in-Ubud”—perhaps because it’s quite literally in the middle of Ubud City. It was designed with an open space concept as its location is surrounded by rice paddies. Even its interiors feel like the outdoors with all the decorative trees, bamboo, and greenery all over the place.

Beachhub | Koh Phangan, Thailand

If Hubud was made to bring outdoor elements in, then Beachhub was designed to take its co-working space outside. Located just in front of a private beach, this establishment features hammocks, bamboo Skype huts, and fiber-optic Wi-Fi. It even has outdoor showers for whenever you need freshening up after a good swim (another activity that’s highly encouraged between work hours).

The Work Project  |  Hong Kong

Situated in Causeway Bay, The Work Project occupies four entire floors and boasts over 74 private offices that can hold up to 12 employees each, as well as 80 individual desks for the solo comers. Being the so-called “Expedia for offices,” The Work Project has modeled its entire vicinity after hotels. This is why the majority of the space is dedicated to offices, and SMBs and start-ups can easily “book” them online. Even their interiors feel like a hotel lounge, from its couches to the “front desk” area.

Co-working spaces have evolved a lot over the past decade. No longer are they just extended coffee shops or glorified offices—they’re places that foster inspiration, community, even history and architectural wonder. But don’t take it from us; travel to them yourselves and experience the unique atmosphere these places have to offer.

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