WFH can come with environments that don’t allow you to work at your full potential. These include renovations, the temptation to laze around, and many distractions, especially if you are at home with family members (and pets).
So if you’re experiencing a new place to work from or even a trendy work environment that invokes inspiration without breaking the bank, then look no further. Co-working spaces have been thoughtfully designed to offer a professional and comfortable environment to get your work done. With more millennials choosing to go freelance or looking for flexible work, there is increasing demand for spaces with spacious workstations and themed meeting rooms.
Here are 15 co-working spaces in Singapore to check out.
Are you looking for a workspace in Central Singapore? CoCRE8 is located in the heart of Orchard Road and offers day passes for their hot desks. Included in the day pass are high-speed internet and dedicated charging ports so you don’t have to worry about your computer or phone dying on you.
You can choose from the seats available in their modern and chic coworking space. With plants and cushioned seats to make the area cosier, this is a great choice that mimics the workplace while assuring a good level of comfort.
Their hot desks are open from 9am to 6pm on weekdays, mimicking normal working hours for many of us.
Day passes are priced at $45. They are located at 360 Orchard Rd, #08-02 International Building, Singapore 238869. For more information check out their website here.
CoQoon’s hot desk day pass has many things to offer aside from just the hot desk itself.
Along with a desk that you can use from 9am to 6pm, the pass is inclusive of unlimited wifi, a pantry with daily refreshments (yes please!), a pool table you can use after 6pm, and a shower facility if you need it. That’s not all, though. You can also take part in community events if there are any on the day you choose to go.
Going back to the desks themselves, they can suit your mode of working, whether that is slumping over, sitting on a normal chair, and even standing.
Day passes are priced at $40. They are located at 3 Harbourfront Pl, Tower 2, Level 11, Singapore 099254, a five minute walk away from Harbourfront MRT. For more information check out their website here.
If you want to work in the lap of luxury, The Great Room is all about making you feel like you are working in a hotel lobby (minus the noise). The furnishings and decor of the workspaces are designed for comfort and functionality.
For their day passes, you can choose to either work at a hot desk or take a seat at their lounge. You also have access to their amenities, including artisanal coffee, enterprise-grade wifi, a private phone booth, and even a nursing room.
Apart from that, we highly recommend going down on Mondays to take part in their ‘Monday Breakfast Club’ where a cart is wheeled down in the evening to distribute warm cookies and hot chocolate. Monday Blues? We think not.
Day passes are priced at $70 from 9am to 6pm. They have various locations around Singapore. For more information check out their website here.
the Hive Lavender day pass gives you access to their hot desks for a longer period than most other workspaces. For those who start work earlier than 9am, this day pass allows you to occupy a desk from 8am all the way until 6:30pm. Included in the pass, you will have access to Hive events.
If you would like to take photos for your work or record podcasts during your time there, you can also choose to add on access to their Photography and Podcast studios.
Day passes are priced at $30. It is located at Level 6, 1 Kallang Junction Singapore 339263. For more information check out their website here.
Mangawork is priced by the hour, so while this may not exactly fall under “day pass”, their prices are comparable to the other workspaces mentioned in this story. They have four types of rooms to choose from and each room is created to suit people of all different work styles.
If you prefer working with a normal desk and a chair, ‘Podder’ has a fixed tabletop and executive chair at $5 per hour. ‘Napper’ is a Japanese-styled long room with a movable low table and a tatami chair while ‘Thinker’ comes with a beanbag and a side table by a window. Both are priced at $6 per hour. ‘Lounger ‘includes lounge chairs for you to sit back on and be optimally relaxed while working. This room is priced at $8 per hour.
All rooms come with high-speed internet and a tablet for you to use and work on if you need another screen.
The perk of this workspace is that you pay for how long you use the rooms. If you only need it for a few hours, you will be saving money as compared to booking a full day pass with other places.
And of course, as per its name, it has volumes of manga for you to browse. Their collection includes popular titles such as Haikyuu and Naruto.
Prices start from $5 per hour to $8 per hour. It is located at 291 Serangoon Rd, #02-00, Singapore 218107. For more information check out their website here.
If you want to work in a cafe-like environment, Productive has the vibes of your favourite local cafe while maintaining a conducive environment to work. The best part? This workspace has the most affordable day pass on this list.
With wifi and charging outlets included, you can work at any available table from 10:30am to 5pm. Outside food and drinks are allowed into the premises, so you don’t have to worry about being restricted to the coffee and snacks they offer.
Day passes are priced at $14 per day. They also charge $3 hourly for those who don’t opt for the day pass. The exact address will be given after booking, but the nearest MRT is Paya Lebar MRT. For more information check out their website here.
Want to work in an environment that seems to transport you to another world? The Work Project’s locations have modern furnishings that give off a comfortable and luxurious feel that will make you feel like you aren’t in Singapore.
Their OUE Downtown Gallery workspace, though, is unique in its own way. You will be greeted with a mirrored vertical garden, something you definitely won’t see in other places. The design and layout of the rooms are both structured and unconventional.
Their day passes (for all locations) include business-grade internet and access to their gourmet pantry. You can also attend networking events if you want to get more contacts in different fields.
Day passes are priced at $45 per day. They have multiple locations. For more information check out their website here.
Do you want to work in a space that screams creativity? Well, how does a shophouse sound for a change of pace?
With ample sunlight and quirky decor that add just the right amount of eccentricity to the space, it’s a great choice for those looking to work in a non-restrictive environment.
Their day plan comes with access to coffee and tea, highspeed and secure wifi, a shower room, and printers.
Day passes are priced at $45. It is located at 99 Duxton Road #02-00 Singapore 089543. For more information check out their website here.
Housed in a historic Art Deco-style building along Keong Saik Road, we love the exterior as much as we love the interior.
Spanning five light-filled, historic shophouses, The Working Capitol’s spacious 33,000-square-foot interior includes multiple event spaces for up to 200 people, a beer garden for after-work socialising, and three attached restaurants that are ready to host client luncheons and team happy hours.
Price plans start from $255 per month for a work spot, $700 per month for a work desk and $760 per month for a workspace. For more information check out their website here.
Amsterdam-born creative workspace provider Spaces will have a total of five outposts in Singapore by the end of 2019, so take your pick from locations such as City Hall, Triple One Somerset, Clarke Quay, One Raffles Place, Robinson, Paya Lebar Quarter and Joo Chiat. You can head to your desk at Spaces any time of the day, they are open 24/7. Perfect for people who work remotely with businesses on the other side of the globe.
Prices start from $423 a month for single dedicated desks in coworking offices, and from $430 a month for private offices. For more information check out their website here
The Work Project currently operates award-winning offices at five locations in Singapore. We love how their spaces are filled with natural light, clean lines and chic furniture.
Since its inception in 2016, its stylish and inspiring designs have already garnered it a spot on Forbes’ list of “5 Most Beautiful Co-Working Spaces in the World” and Huffington Post’s list of “20 Best Co-Working Spaces Across the Globe”.
Day passes are priced at $70. They have multiple locations. For more information check out their website here
This co-working space is located at a redefined industrial space in Ang Mo Kio for those who do not want to travel to the city centre. Members get 24/7 access.
Prices start from $190 a month for a flexi desk, $280 a month for a fixed desk, $610 for a maker/work pod. Makerpods are specially equipped for innovators to build and craft their products. It is located at 5008 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 5 #04-09/16, Techplace II, 569874. For more information check out their website here.
WeWork Singapore offers flexible office solutions in prime city locations like Marina Bay and Orchard Road. Their spaces cater to individuals and teams with options such as private offices, dedicated desks, and open co-working areas, so depending on your office needs, there’s a variety of workspaces for you to choose from.
Outside of their well-designed interiors and amenities, WeWork tries to foster a sense of community through networking events and workshops, with additional services like mail handling and global access to other WeWork locations. With a focus on collaboration and work-life balance, WeWork provides a dynamic environment for professionals and startups looking for flexible office solutions in Singapore.
Prices start from $490 a month for a hot desk, $530 a month for a private office desk. For more information, check out their website here.
Found8 is the result of a merger of two prominent co-working spaces, Collision 8 and Found. Being a partner of Google for Startups, they have free access to over 50 Google Tech Hubs in 20 countries around the world, as well as credit for various Google products like Google Cloud Storage and Google Apps, mentoring and clinics/ workshops by Google experts, and access to Google global startup programs exclusive to Google Partners (e.g. Blackbox, Demo Day, Campus Exchange). You can now boast of an office which rivals those of Google and Facebook. Hello, productivity.
Prices start from $97 a month for a hot desk, $257 a month for a private office desk. For more information, check out their website here.
Additional reporting from Terri Kue, Singapore Women’s Weekly.