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4 Unique Chicago Coworking Spaces For Home Office Inspiration

Recently, remote work has become a popular trend for many companies due to the global outbreak. Because you’re probably stuck working from home there are some changes you can make to improve your surroundings. As well as its stunning architecture and economic scene, Chicago is home to some stunning coworking locations you can draw inspiration from. Here are some great examples you can emulate in your own home:

1. Brooklyn Boulders

If you’re into keeping active, we have the ideal coworking space for you. Originally opening in Brooklyn, Brooklyn Boulders also has branches in Chicago and Boston. It’s a rock climbing gym that integrates fitness equipment in their workspace for maximum productivity. Get inspired by their standing desk set up and do something similar in your home. Alternatively, set up a yoga mat and some weights near your desk for a quick workout that can re-energize you throughout the day. Currently, they also offer a series of daily online classes, ranging from yoga to body-weight and strength sessions to keep you healthy and strong.

2. Writers WorkSpace

Being a writer can be a highly challenging occupation if you lack inspiration and drive. Take a cue from the Writers Workspace in North Broadway and find a cozy seating arrangement for your home, along with a library of inspirational literary magazines and resources. Whether you’re writing fiction or non-fiction, reading other people’s work is a great way to combat writer’s block. For a nice distraction, alphabetically arrange your library so it’s easier to access or arrange it by color if you’re more visually inclined.

Industrious workspace at Central Loop

3. Industrious

One of the more popular coworking spaces in the city, Industrious has seven Chicago branches that are situated in central areas. Their Fulton Market space features a chic warehouse aesthetic that lets the light in, along with exposed brick interiors. Try incorporating a similar look with some urban photographs and move your desk closer to a window to brighten up your space. If you have a green thumb, the Ogilive branch has a variety of ferns and pothos plants hanging from their ceiling fixture, which you can integrate into your own home.

4. Homiey

For the creatives, Homiey in Humboldt Park is a relatively new coworking space that offers highly accessible pricing for everyone. One of their great selling points is their gallery wall, which features the work of four local artists, along with their mismatched chairs that give the space a vibrant and quirky feel. In your own space, putting up some artwork or making your own can be a great way to beat the remote-working blues. If you’re lacking access to art materials, try your hand at collaging pictures from old magazines and photographs.

When the current situation is over and you’re done for the day, you can finally go outside and see what Chicago’s North Shore has to offer. The Halim Time and Glass Museum in Evanston has gorgeous stained-glass works and antiques on display, while the Grosse Point Lighthouse offers stunning views of the beach and coastline.

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