AsiaNews Magazine Jan10-16,2014 ( Jan 1-7,2014) | Page 37

BUSINESS

January 10-16, 2014

"Co-working space builds a
community. It is where we can
find people in different careers
with whom we can interact
and network, perhaps leading
to new jobs," Charle says.
"Besides, we also offer a
programme of workshops on a
range of interesting topics, which
are facilitated by our members
and specialists and designed
to improve career skills. Next
year, we plan to expand the coworking space and also open
a new branch in Hua Hin."
Nutthawut Teachatanawat, who
has worked for an international
NGO for years, comes to
Hubba almost every day.
"My office moved to other
country, so now I have to work
from home. I'm used to being
around other people and found
I was becoming depressed. So I
searched for co-working spaces
on the Internet and found Hubba.
Working here is much more
convenient than a coffee shop and

my productivity has noticeably
improved," Nutthawut says.
German tourist Alexej
Friesen has been a regular
visitor to Hubba since arriving
in Bangkok a month ago.
"My friend recommended this
place. Co-working spaces are very
popular in my hometown and
Germany is now the second biggest
market after the US. I like this place.
It's friendly and the atmosphere
encourages us to talk and make
friends with strangers. In Germany,
spaces tend to be more serious and
quiet. Here, there is much more a
sense of community," Friesen says.
The latest kid on the block is
Muchroom on Soi Pradipat 23.
Also situated in a two-storey
house, it's run by engineer
Sarinthee Nualchanchai,
accountant Watcharaphong
Chaicomaudom and a friend.
It's been open since August
and the cosy office and attractive
garden has been successful in
attracting local freelancers. ¬

ROOM TO SPARE
Klique Desk is on the
second floor of the T
Shinawatra building,
Sukhumvit Soi 23, near
BTS Asoke. It's open daily
from 9am to 7pm. Call
[phone] or visit
www.Kliquedesk.com.
Hubba is located on
Ekamai Soi 4. It's open daily
from 9am to 10pm. Call
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