# Space Design **URL:** https://forum.coworking.org/c/space-design/21.md [Latest](https://forum.coworking.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.coworking.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.coworking.org/tags.md) --- ## [About the Space Design category](https://forum.coworking.org/t/about-the-space-design-category/6552)
**Author:** [@alex](https://forum.coworking.org/u/alex)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2019, 5:42am UTC](https://forum.coworking.org/t/about-the-space-design-category/6552 "2019-03-09T05:42:33Z")
Discussion about designing the physical environment. --- ## [Desk signage denoting occupied/unoccupied spaces?](https://forum.coworking.org/t/desk-signage-denoting-occupied-unoccupied-spaces/9865)
**Author:** [@tetronimike](https://forum.coworking.org/u/tetronimike)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2024, 9:29pm UTC](https://forum.coworking.org/t/desk-signage-denoting-occupied-unoccupied-spaces/9865 "2024-05-28T21:29:56Z")
I’m looking for some kind of signage that I can place/mount/hang on desks and mobile workspaces that denote whether a space is available for anyone to work at. I ask because when a desk is not taken by one of my Dedicate… --- ## [Outdoor signage feedback](https://forum.coworking.org/t/outdoor-signage-feedback/9885)
**Author:** [@tetronimike](https://forum.coworking.org/u/tetronimike)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2023, 12:56am UTC](https://forum.coworking.org/t/outdoor-signage-feedback/9885 "2023-12-22T00:56:41Z")
Looking for some feedback on my outdoor signage. I’m settled on the style and materials (36x72 vertical vinyl banner mounted to the side of the building), as I’m trying to stay consistent with the existing signage of my … --- ## [White noise or motivational sounds in space--anyone?](https://forum.coworking.org/t/white-noise-or-motivational-sounds-in-space-anyone/6480)
**Author:** [@AK1](https://forum.coworking.org/u/AK1)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2023, 3:54pm UTC](https://forum.coworking.org/t/white-noise-or-motivational-sounds-in-space-anyone/6480 "2023-12-21T15:54:56Z")
Has anyone used background sounds like Brain.fm or others like these listed here? http://cleverupdate.com/lifestyle/best-white-noise-websites-to-boost-your-productivity/ in place of music in coworking spaces? --- ## [Looking for a designer](https://forum.coworking.org/t/looking-for-a-designer/9866)
**Author:** [@Ahmed](https://forum.coworking.org/u/Ahmed)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2023, 3:46am UTC](https://forum.coworking.org/t/looking-for-a-designer/9866 "2023-09-23T03:46:40Z")
Hi everyone I am planning to open a co-working space in North Africa, Libya to be precise. I would appreciate if someone can help me get in contact with an architect who can help me design my future coworking space. Th… --- ## [Phone Booth Limits](https://forum.coworking.org/t/phone-booth-limits/9625)
**Author:** [@TheCommons](https://forum.coworking.org/u/TheCommons)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 20, 2022, 7:45pm UTC](https://forum.coworking.org/t/phone-booth-limits/9625 "2022-12-20T19:45:21Z")
Hey folks, New to this forum though I wish I’d made an account much sooner! I run a coworking space in Manhattan and the most consistent issue we run into is trying to manage the phone booth limits. We have a total of 8… --- ## [Coworking building without parking spaces](https://forum.coworking.org/t/coworking-building-without-parking-spaces/6521)
**Author:** [@Michael\_Jon](https://forum.coworking.org/u/Michael_Jon)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2022, 6:43pm UTC](https://forum.coworking.org/t/coworking-building-without-parking-spaces/6521 "2022-04-28T18:43:56Z")
I’ve spent about 6 months now looking at properties for opening a coworking space. The first building I looked at still looks to be the best option and is still on the market today. This building has everything that I … --- ## [DIY Phone Booth](https://forum.coworking.org/t/diy-phone-booth/5517)
**Author:** [@Jensen\_Yancey](https://forum.coworking.org/u/Jensen_Yancey)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2022, 11:47am UTC](https://forum.coworking.org/t/diy-phone-booth/5517 "2022-04-12T11:47:10Z")
Hey everyone, We have an open plan coworking office, and the number one thing I get asked for (and also the number one reason prospective members don’t join) is for a place to take calls. We have a conference room, but … --- ## [Coworking building without parking spaces](https://forum.coworking.org/t/coworking-building-without-parking-spaces/9367)
**Author:** [@Munnazir\_Zarin](https://forum.coworking.org/u/Munnazir_Zarin)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 5, 2022, 11:55am UTC](https://forum.coworking.org/t/coworking-building-without-parking-spaces/9367 "2022-04-05T11:55:04Z")
Continuing the discussion from Coworking building without parking spaces: I don’t have any data, but I’d guess that your potential clients/coworkers are less likely to own a car and require parking because they prefer t… --- ## [Fitness Room Layout](https://forum.coworking.org/t/fitness-room-layout/8658)
**Author:** [@Work360](https://forum.coworking.org/u/Work360)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2021, 2:31pm UTC](https://forum.coworking.org/t/fitness-room-layout/8658 "2021-03-08T14:31:00Z")
I plan to build a physical room below the office room to gym after work for employees and me as well. I plan to buy 2 treadmills and some other gym equipment. But I don’t know how to design my physical room yet. Any sugg… --- ## [500 SF Coworking space](https://forum.coworking.org/t/500-sf-coworking-space/8626)
**Author:** [@Mdsilverman22](https://forum.coworking.org/u/Mdsilverman22)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2021, 3:06am UTC](https://forum.coworking.org/t/500-sf-coworking-space/8626 "2021-02-15T03:06:00Z")
Our company is renting a 650 SF space where we will have a 10x15 office and the remaining 500 SF will be used as coworking space. I realize this is not much room but my hope is that we can start off small and grow over t… --- ## [Pandora stations for coworking space](https://forum.coworking.org/t/pandora-stations-for-coworking-space/6395)
**Author:** [@erinndo](https://forum.coworking.org/u/erinndo)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2020, 3:40pm UTC](https://forum.coworking.org/t/pandora-stations-for-coworking-space/6395 "2020-11-12T15:40:28Z")
From experience, what Pandora stations have you found work best in your space? I want something modern, catchy, but not offensive, annoying, or sleepy. Trying to find a good medium! --- ## [Music](https://forum.coworking.org/t/music/6169)
**Author:** [@Jeran\_Fraser](https://forum.coworking.org/u/Jeran_Fraser)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2020, 3:40pm UTC](https://forum.coworking.org/t/music/6169 "2020-11-12T15:40:26Z")
Question for some of you technical guys/gals out there. We use music in our space and currently run the music off Apple TV. We’ve tried Amazon music, Spotify, etc. We are trying to figure out a solution to put music on a… --- ## [Which online furniture store is the best for office furniture in Sydney?](https://forum.coworking.org/t/which-online-furniture-store-is-the-best-for-office-furniture-in-sydney/8360)
**Author:** [@danieljones007](https://forum.coworking.org/u/danieljones007)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2020, 5:00pm UTC](https://forum.coworking.org/t/which-online-furniture-store-is-the-best-for-office-furniture-in-sydney/8360 "2020-09-22T17:00:04Z")
I need office furniture in Sydney & I would like to buy it from an online furniture store. Please help me to find the best online furniture store. --- ## [Looking for office furniture in Sydney](https://forum.coworking.org/t/looking-for-office-furniture-in-sydney/8354)
**Author:** [@danieljones007](https://forum.coworking.org/u/danieljones007)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2020, 12:47pm UTC](https://forum.coworking.org/t/looking-for-office-furniture-in-sydney/8354 "2020-09-14T12:47:11Z")
Hi, I am living in Sydney and I have a small office in the same city. I want to change the design of my office and looking for the best office furniture in Sydney. So please suggest me the best furniture store. Thanks --- ## [Vintage Phonebooth](https://forum.coworking.org/t/vintage-phonebooth/7228)
**Author:** [@Ehmandah](https://forum.coworking.org/u/Ehmandah)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2020, 12:34pm UTC](https://forum.coworking.org/t/vintage-phonebooth/7228 "2020-09-03T12:34:03Z")
Hi everyone. I found an Vintage Bell Telephone. I’m going repurpose it as a phone room for members. Does anyone in the group have a Vintage PhoneBooth in their space…Id love to connect. --- ## [Seeking recommendations for branding firms](https://forum.coworking.org/t/seeking-recommendations-for-branding-firms/7653)
**Author:** [@hazelrico](https://forum.coworking.org/u/hazelrico)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 7, 2020, 1:21am UTC](https://forum.coworking.org/t/seeking-recommendations-for-branding-firms/7653 "2020-01-07T01:21:48Z")
Greetings, I have just contracted with an architectural and design firm to begin the build out/redevelopment of our coworking space. I am seeking recommendations for branding consultants to assist our A&D firm with the … --- ## [Steelcase leap 1 owners here?](https://forum.coworking.org/t/steelcase-leap-1-owners-here/7504)
**Author:** [@mateyman](https://forum.coworking.org/u/mateyman)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2019, 10:58am UTC](https://forum.coworking.org/t/steelcase-leap-1-owners-here/7504 "2019-11-12T10:58:44Z")
My low back hurts man even with this chair, doesn’t matter if I have the recliner set to 1,2,3,4 or 5. All of them hurt! I tried to sit as straight as possible and my low back hurts. I tried to slouch sit and it still h… --- ## [Feedback on any experience with Wayfair for design services?](https://forum.coworking.org/t/feedback-on-any-experience-with-wayfair-for-design-services/7458)
**Author:** [@adam.stoltz](https://forum.coworking.org/u/adam.stoltz)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 31, 2019, 8:12pm UTC](https://forum.coworking.org/t/feedback-on-any-experience-with-wayfair-for-design-services/7458 "2019-10-31T20:12:52Z")
Has anyone here had experience working with Wayfair design services to develop their interior aesthetic, select furniture, and fit out their space? We are looking to open a location and considering using them. Any past e… --- ## [Storage Lockers](https://forum.coworking.org/t/storage-lockers/2727)
**Author:** [@Eli\_Malinsky1](https://forum.coworking.org/u/Eli_Malinsky1)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [October 30, 2019, 10:07pm UTC](https://forum.coworking.org/t/storage-lockers/2727 "2019-10-30T22:07:34Z")
Hey all Can anyone recommend good lockable storage solutions for members' files and equipment? We've previously had a custom locker system built and we've also used Ikea's stuff, but we're looking for other ideas... … --- ## [Phone Booths](https://forum.coworking.org/t/phone-booths/6265)
**Author:** [@Brandon\_Napoli](https://forum.coworking.org/u/Brandon_Napoli)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2019, 3:46pm UTC](https://forum.coworking.org/t/phone-booths/6265 "2019-08-26T15:46:34Z")
Hi All- Looking to DIY a phone booth. Any recommendations? --- ## [Desktop privacy panels (let's disucss)](https://forum.coworking.org/t/desktop-privacy-panels-lets-disucss/6476)
**Author:** [@AK1](https://forum.coworking.org/u/AK1)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2019, 7:17pm UTC](https://forum.coworking.org/t/desktop-privacy-panels-lets-disucss/6476 "2019-04-09T19:17:41Z")
As we build our plan, we are considering privacy for our flex desks --we expect to have 4 48x24 tables in a group (fade to face) and considering some privacy panels like these https://www.thehumansolution.com/acoustic-p… --- ## [Phone Booth](https://forum.coworking.org/t/phone-booth/6520)
**Author:** [@Jeran\_Fraser](https://forum.coworking.org/u/Jeran_Fraser)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2019, 11:38am UTC](https://forum.coworking.org/t/phone-booth/6520 "2019-04-09T11:38:53Z")
I’ve seen a few threads over the last couple of years about phone booths/quiet pods. Some folks have gone the DIY route and others have purchased them. I just missed one used one in my area for $1,500 that was being sold… --- ## [Computer Monitors? --Should we offer them?](https://forum.coworking.org/t/computer-monitors-should-we-offer-them/6702)
**Author:** [@AK11](https://forum.coworking.org/u/AK11)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2019, 8:04pm UTC](https://forum.coworking.org/t/computer-monitors-should-we-offer-them/6702 "2019-04-04T20:04:56Z")
I have a potential member asking about a second monitor so he can plug in his laptop and see a larger screen. What is the consensus here? is it common to have monitors at each desk or does anyone offer them on a rental… --- ## [Furniture for Spaces](https://forum.coworking.org/t/furniture-for-spaces/4014)
**Author:** [@Beth\_Michael\_Fine](https://forum.coworking.org/u/Beth_Michael_Fine)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [February 21, 2019, 11:30pm UTC](https://forum.coworking.org/t/furniture-for-spaces/4014 "2019-02-21T23:30:16Z")
Looking for a bar height cowork tables preferrably white at a great price. What are you doing in terms of furniture for your space? We are opening up our coworking space in the front spot of our executive office suite… --- ## [Layout advice & maybe a word of encouragement](https://forum.coworking.org/t/layout-advice-maybe-a-word-of-encouragement/6509)
**Author:** [@Michael\_Jon](https://forum.coworking.org/u/Michael_Jon)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2019, 11:20pm UTC](https://forum.coworking.org/t/layout-advice-maybe-a-word-of-encouragement/6509 "2019-02-05T23:20:35Z")
I’m about to kick off my build out and I’m still hedging on the layout of the space. We’ll be coffee shop up front and business in the back…it’s about 3,000 sq ft. The coffee space will be lounge, barstool and communal… --- ## [Buildout with Emagispace - has anyone used them?](https://forum.coworking.org/t/buildout-with-emagispace-has-anyone-used-them/6497)
**Author:** [@Craig\_Baute\_Creative](https://forum.coworking.org/u/Craig_Baute_Creative)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2019, 4:06pm UTC](https://forum.coworking.org/t/buildout-with-emagispace-has-anyone-used-them/6497 "2019-01-30T16:06:28Z")
I am looking to change up my layout a bit with a small wall that is going to be around 9’ x 7’ with a door and a window. I got a bid from a traditional contractor. It’s about the same price as Emagispace, a building bloc… --- ## [Rezoning](https://forum.coworking.org/t/rezoning/6503)
**Author:** [@Michael\_Jon](https://forum.coworking.org/u/Michael_Jon)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2019, 5:17pm UTC](https://forum.coworking.org/t/rezoning/6503 "2019-01-25T17:17:00Z")
Hello, I'm looking into buying a single level home and repurposing it into a coworking space. Has anyone had any issue rezoning residential to commercial? Is it necessary? Any info would be much appreciated! --- ## [Number of electrical outlets in offices](https://forum.coworking.org/t/number-of-electrical-outlets-in-offices/6494)
**Author:** [@Katrina\_Dye](https://forum.coworking.org/u/Katrina_Dye)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 22, 2019, 8:13pm UTC](https://forum.coworking.org/t/number-of-electrical-outlets-in-offices/6494 "2019-01-22T20:13:35Z")
Hi Everyone, Just curious how many electrical outlets is standard for an office. Our offices aren’t closed top, and include one outlet along with data ports. Offices are 10X12, can we just add a good power bar? 1 add… --- ## [Music in your coworking space?](https://forum.coworking.org/t/music-in-your-coworking-space/5657)
**Author:** [@Kaylyn\_Gelata](https://forum.coworking.org/u/Kaylyn_Gelata)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 4, 2019, 8:14pm UTC](https://forum.coworking.org/t/music-in-your-coworking-space/5657 "2019-01-04T20:14:49Z")
Hi all ! I am getting mixed member opinions about music in the coworking space. Some members LOVE it, and some find it “unprofessional” to have music on in the background and use headphone to block it out. Personally, … [Next page](https://forum.coworking.org/c/space-design/21.md?page=1)