The trend of co working spaces have gained prominence in the recent past. With big names like We Work and Cowrk setting standard in metros like Bangalore and Delhi tier two cities have also followed the lead. The sudden change in the professional scenarios which has migrated from the traditional office set up to freelancing, work from home, virtual work spaces and entrepreneurship the importance and convenience co working spaces offer is humongous.
What are Co working Spaces?
Co working spaces allows one to rent out seats, cabins or even conference rooms at an affordable and flexible plan than committing to a full time contract with an office space. Startups and freelancers make use of this to trim cost and avoid the hassles of maintaining an office space of their own. However co working spaces offer more than just cost saving, they create an environment, culture and work ettitqute which is suitable for the millennial startups and entrepreneurs.
Cochin is no way behind in catching up with this culture especially with a government formulating policies to make the state a haven for startups and investors. Let us look at some of the best co working spaces in Cochin.
InQ Innovation:
Pioneers to launch the co working space concept in Cochin, inQ Innovation is an international brand with presence in Australia and Dubai.
USP: More than offering a space to work inQ offers entrepreneurs the resources to establish and grow their business through mentoring and seed funding.
Prices:
Hot Desk: ₹8500/monthly
Dedicated Desk: ₹9000/monthly
Private Office: ₹10,000/monthly
Address: inQ Tower, 1st floor, Opp EMC NH Bypass, Palarivattom, Kochi 682025, India
Creative Co working Cube:
Ccube aims to bring in a selfless environment for entrepreneurs in Cochin where they supplement each other to grow as a team. They have two spaces in Cochin; Girinagar and Kakkanad and one in Bangalore.
USP: Ideal for startups in the field of Art, Music, Fashion, Entertainment, Technology and every creative and social innovation connected with media. Expert marketing consultation; they have an in house marketing team which will help your startup or your idea to scale to the next level.
| Place | Freelancer Package | Group Package (INR) |
| Girinagar | ₹4000 | ₹7800-18000 |
| Kakkanad | ₹3500 | ₹6800-15500 |
| Bangalore | ₹4500 |
Address: Creative Co-working Cube, 90A ,Canal Road, Girinagar South, Kadavanthra.
creativecoworkingcube@gmail.com
Co wired:
Offering a professional and creative environment Co wired spaces are designed to increase productivity at the same promote a healthy work culture.
USP: Affordable and flexible options in terms of seats and cabins. Complementary offers and discounts on WIFI and conference rooms.
Pricing:
Hot desk: Starting from₹5500
Serviced Office: Starting from ₹6500
Address: C.M. Complex, Kalavathu Road, Palarivattom, Cochin, Kerala, India
info@cowired.in
Centre A:
Located at the heart of the city, in MG Road Centre A offers fully managed private offices, coworking spaces, meeting rooms and virtual office solutions.
USP: The options for choosing the work stations from virtual spaces to private offices. Cost advantage with starting price as low as 1500/month. Options to have workspaces on sharing basis.
Pricing:
Virtual Office: ₹1500-5000/month
Flexible Coworking:₹3000-8000/month
Dedicated Coworking: 8500/month
Private Office:₹36000/month
Address: 7th Floor, Alapatt Heritage Building, Mahatma Gandhi Rd, Kochi, Kerala 682035
guestservices@centre-a.com