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Communal Lounge & Hot Desking

A relaxed, shared work area with flexible seating, for freelancers, remote workers and consultants who like a bit of company while they work.

Communal lounge with a long shared table, lounge chairs and large windows
Lounge seating area with low tables and indoor plants
Shared work table with pendant lighting in the communal lounge

Overview

The communal lounge is the social heart of Cowork Canberra. Choose a seat at a shared table when you need to spread out, or settle into lounge seating to read, plan or catch up on email.

Hot desking suits people whose week doesn't follow a fixed pattern. Come in when it helps, work alongside other professionals, and keep your options open as your needs change.

Who it's for

  • Freelancers and sole traders
  • Remote and hybrid employees
  • Consultants between client sites
  • Students and researchers working independently

Common ways to use it

A change of scene

Swap the kitchen table for a space built for work, a few days a week or whenever you need it.

Between appointments

A central base to work from between meetings in the city.

Meeting new people

Shared tables make it easy to strike up a conversation with others in the space.

Key features

Items marked To confirm depend on your arrangement and are confirmed by our team.

Flexible seating

Shared tables and lounge seating, so you can pick the spot that suits the task.

Shared work surfaces

Generous tables with room for a laptop, notebook and coffee.

Power access

Power outlets around the work areas for laptops and devices.

Wi-Fi

To confirm
Internet access arrangements are confirmed with your enquiry.

Community areas

Shared spaces that encourage conversation and connection.

Questions about communal lounge

Do I need to book a hot desk in advance?

Send us an enquiry and we'll explain how hot desking currently works, including availability and how to arrange your first day.

Can I try the lounge before committing?

Yes. Request a tour and we'll show you the communal areas and talk through which arrangement suits your week.

Is the lounge suitable for phone calls?

Short, quiet conversations are usually fine. For longer calls or video meetings, a soundproof booth or meeting room is a better fit.

Interested in communal lounge?

Send us a quick enquiry and our team will confirm pricing, availability and inclusions for communal lounge at 1 University Avenue.

Keep exploring

All spaces

Dedicated Desks

A designated workstation in a shared environment, so you can set up once and work in the same place each day, with the community close by.

  • Your own workstation
  • Ergonomic setup
  • Shared facilities

From A$400 per monthIllustrative pricing

Soundproof Booths

Compact, enclosed booths designed to provide a quieter, more private setting for calls, online meetings and short bursts of focused work.

  • Quieter setting
  • Ideal for calls
  • Short sessions

From A$15 per hourIllustrative pricing

Meeting Rooms & Boardrooms

Professional rooms for team meetings, workshops, client discussions and planning sessions, available to members and visitors.

  • Meeting tables
  • Whiteboards
  • Suits different group sizes

From A$75 per hourIllustrative pricing