{"id":20,"date":"2025-06-05T11:23:07","date_gmt":"2025-06-05T11:23:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/walborgcowork.com\/?page_id=20"},"modified":"2025-09-09T06:15:37","modified_gmt":"2025-09-09T06:15:37","slug":"what-is-coworking","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/walborgcowork.com\/en\/what-is-coworking\/","title":{"rendered":"What is Coworking?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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At Walborg, we describe coworking as an opportunity for young companies to focus entirely on their core business and build their networks, while we take care of the premises, logistics, and office services for them.\n
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Common questions and clear, concise answers about coworking.<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\"What is coworking vs office hotel? Is there a difference?\"<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Simply put, a serviced office (office hotel) is just what it sounds like \u2013 a hotel for offices, where you have the opportunity to rent one or several workspaces. You can choose between open-plan coworking areas with desks, lounges, etc., or work in private office rooms with access to nearby social spaces.<\/p>

Office hotel and coworking spaces are essentially the same thing, just with different names.<\/p>

The terms have become mixed and are now more or less interchangeable. There isn\u2019t really a strict definition of the differences, but the idea behind the traditional serviced office was that it would be a temporary solution where every square meter of the space was made up of office rooms.<\/p>

In contrast, today\u2019s coworking spaces often include more services in the membership, have larger lounges, and are designed more as a permanent solution for companies to base their offices.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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How does Coworking work?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Coworking can work in different ways depending on the place you choose.<\/p>

But at Walborg, we use activity-based spaces, so that those who want to work with focus can do so, while meetings and social interactions take place elsewhere.<\/p>

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Coworking includes, among other things<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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  • Phone booths<\/p><\/li>

  • Meeting and conference rooms, from 2 to 20 people<\/p><\/li>

  • Spaces for focused work<\/p><\/li>

  • Lounge for informal meetings and breaks<\/p><\/li>

  • Private office rooms in various sizes available for rent<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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    Advantages and disadvantages of renting an office in a coworking space<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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    You don\u2019t have to coordinate cleaning, furnishings, coffee, reception, tech support, or similar services since all support functions are included.<\/p>

    • The space is turnkey and ready for immediate move-in.<\/li>
    • You can switch to a larger or smaller office quickly, as the lease terms are more flexible than in traditional offices.<\/li>
    • You gain access to a broader network and a large professional community.<\/li>
    • Coworking spaces often host after-work gatherings, breakfasts, and other enjoyable events.<\/li>
    • Versatile spaces adapted for different tasks provide a more peaceful working environment.<\/li>
    • Representative premises and more meeting rooms ensure a professional impression for external guests.<\/li>
    • Coworking spaces are often centrally located, and membership can be an affordable way to access a prime address.<\/li>
    • The company gains a refreshed corporate identity that reflects values like sustainability, professionalism, and innovation.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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      What is sometimes missing in coworking?\n\n\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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      • You can’t control the design of the workspace in the same way as with a private office at the large coworking chains today. But you can at Walborg.<\/li>
      • If the opening hours are limited, it can be a drawback. At Walborg, however, members have 24-hour access to all locations.<\/li>
      • There are different rental levels depending on the coworking provider you choose. Generally, you lower your rental cost if you choose Walborg, as the space is used more efficiently without compromising on quality, making it more cost-effective.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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        That's why many companies are choosing coworking right now.<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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        So, what makes coworking an attractive option? The advantages are numerous, and the reasons can vary between different types of businesses, especially depending on their size:<\/p>

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        • The space is turnkey and ready for immediate move-in. Large companies may be looking for a new mindset and a modern employer profile.<\/li>
        • Medium-sized companies gain opportunities to expand their networks and access more versatile spaces.<\/li>
        • Self-employed professionals can invite clients to meetings in a professional setting and enjoy the ability to “leave work” in a way that\u2019s hard to achieve when working from home.<\/li><\/ul>

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          What all have in common is access to flexible lease agreements with short notice periods, making coworking a low-risk alternative compared to traditional solutions. \u00a0\u00a0<\/p>

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          A traditional office often involves long-term contracts and becomes expensive when you add up all the associated costs.<\/p>

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          With coworking, you typically reduce ongoing expenses since the space is used more efficiently, and costs for services like cleaning, IT, furniture, reception, and office supplies don\u2019t spiral out of control. All of this is often included in a coworking membership.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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          What is included in coworking?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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          What\u2019s included naturally varies between different providers.<\/p>

          At Walborg, our idea is that when you become a member, you should have access to turnkey spaces that you can immediately step into and start working in \u2014 without a long and difficult onboarding process. That\u2019s why we\u2019ve chosen to include services in the membership that make this possible.<\/p>

          A central part of the membership at Walborg is our ongoing professional service. For example, mail handling, cleaning, WiFi, printer access, coffee, reception, and visitor services are all included in the membership. In this way, we aim to give you the opportunity to focus on your core business.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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          \n\t\t\t\t\t\tYou can then add a private office, or several if your company needs it. The meeting rooms and studios at Walborg can either be included in the base rent or rented as needed.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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          \n\t\t\t\t\t\tBeing a member at Walborg is an inspiring and cost-effective alternative for those seeking an office space tailored to their needs \u2013 and not the other way around.\n\nOur membership is designed to help you find a way of working that suits you, your daily life, and your business. Whether your company has outgrown its previous office and needs more space to grow, or you simply want access to a private office of your own, our membership is perfectly suited for you.\n\nWith us, you don\u2019t have to worry about long contract periods or complicated property agreements, as we offer flexible terms and short notice periods. If you rent a private office from us, it's easy to switch to a different office size should your needs change.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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          Community and new connections at coworking spaces.\n\n\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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          The sense of community and belonging is another key aspect of what coworking is. From a purely professional perspective, it gives you the opportunity to do business and start collaborations you might not have had otherwise.<\/p>

          At Walborg, you get more than just a workspace. Since you share areas with others, you have the chance to grow in both a social and professional context, where daily breakfasts and weekly after-work gatherings naturally become opportunities to exchange experiences and start new collaborations.<\/p>

          By choosing a coworking space over a traditional office, companies often help each other, share knowledge, and find new ways to work together. From a well-being perspective, many employees appreciate the variety of people, which brings more energy and dynamism to the workplace.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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          What does coworking cost?\n\n\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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          At Walborg, the cost of coworking is determined by the setup you choose for your company.<\/p>

          In addition, there are add-ons such as “Dedicated Desk” and “Private Office,” as well as possible custom arrangements if you need extra time in our studios or meeting rooms.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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          Benefits included in Walborg\u2019s membership.\n\n\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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          • Lounge<\/p><\/li>

          • Breakfast (Fridays)<\/p><\/li>

          • Staffed reception<\/p><\/li>

          • WiFi<\/p><\/li>

          • Printer<\/p><\/li>

          • Office furniture<\/p><\/li>

          • Business address<\/p><\/li>

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            What are the opening hours at Walborg Coworking?\n\n\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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            Some coworking spaces are open during limited hours, while others offer 24-hour access for members.<\/p>

            At Walborg, members always have access to the premises through the Parakey service. Not to brag, but that\u2019s also a startup from Gothenburg.<\/p>

            The reception and services are staffed Monday to Friday between 08:00 and 17:00.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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            \n\t\t\t\t\t\tFor more information about Walborg, you can easily get in touch with us via email at johanna@walborgventures.com, by phone at +46 736 50 55 99, or by filling out the form here.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

            What is Co-working? At Walborg, we describe coworking as an opportunity for young companies to focus entirely on their core business and build their networks, while we take care of the premises, logistics, and office services for them. The companies working with us don\u2019t have to worry about connectivity, coffee, cleaning, furniture, or social activities. […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_seopress_titles_title":"What is Coworking - Walborg Coworking","_seopress_titles_desc":"What is Coworking? At Walborg, we describe coworking as an opportunity for young companies to focus on their core business and build their network","_seopress_robots_index":"","_seopress_robots_follow":"","_seopress_robots_imageindex":"","_seopress_robots_snippet":"","_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"","_seopress_robots_breadcrumbs":"","_seopress_robots_freeze_modified_date":"","_seopress_robots_custom_modified_date":"","_seopress_robots_canonical":"","_seopress_social_fb_title":"","_seopress_social_fb_desc":"","_seopress_social_fb_img":"","_seopress_social_fb_img_attachment_id":0,"_seopress_social_fb_img_width":0,"_seopress_social_fb_img_height":0,"_seopress_social_twitter_title":"","_seopress_social_twitter_desc":"","_seopress_social_twitter_img":"","_seopress_social_twitter_img_attachment_id":0,"_seopress_social_twitter_img_width":0,"_seopress_social_twitter_img_height":0,"_seopress_redirections_value":"","_seopress_redirections_enabled":"","_seopress_redirections_enabled_regex":"","_seopress_redirections_logged_status":"both","_seopress_redirections_param":"","_seopress_redirections_type":301,"_seopress_analysis_target_kw":"","_seopress_news_disabled":"","_seopress_video_disabled":"","_seopress_video":[],"_seopress_pro_schemas_manual":[],"_seopress_pro_rich_snippets_disable_all":"","_seopress_pro_rich_snippets_disable":[],"_seopress_pro_schemas":[],"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-20","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/walborgcowork.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/20","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/walborgcowork.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/walborgcowork.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/walborgcowork.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/walborgcowork.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=20"}],"version-history":[{"count":101,"href":"https:\/\/walborgcowork.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/20\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1687,"href":"https:\/\/walborgcowork.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/20\/revisions\/1687"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/walborgcowork.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=20"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}