INTRODUCTION OF COWORKING SPACES
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT’S AS PER INDIAN
STANDARDS AND HOW THESE EFFECT
EFFICIENCY FOR SOCIO ECONOMIC
GROWTH
INTRODUCTION OF COWORKING SPACES
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT’S AS PER INDIAN
STANDARDS AND HOW THESE EFFECT
EFFICIENCY FOR SOCIO ECONOMIC
GROWTH
INTRODUCTION OF COWORKING SPACES
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT’S AS PER INDIAN
STANDARDS AND HOW THESE EFFECT
EFFICIENCY FOR SOCIO ECONOMIC
GROWTH
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INTRODUCTION OF COWORKING SPACES
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT’S AS PER INDIAN
STANDARDS AND HOW THESE EFFECT
EFFICIENCY FOR SOCIO ECONOMIC
GROWTH
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Contents
INTRODUCTION OF COWORKING SPACES SPECIAL REQUIREMENT’S AS PER
INDIAN STANDARDS AND HOW THESE EFFECT EFFICIENCY FOR SOCIO
ECONOMIC GROWTH ....................................................................................................................... 1
INTRODUCTION OF COWORKING SPACES SPECIAL REQUIREMENT’S AS PER
INDIAN STANDARDS AND HOW THESE EFFECT EFFICIENCY FOR SOCIO
ECONOMIC GROWTH ....................................................................................................................... 1
INTRODUCTION OF COWORKING SPACES SPECIAL REQUIREMENT’S AS PER
INDIAN STANDARDS AND HOW THESE EFFECT EFFICIENCY FOR SOCIO
ECONOMIC GROWTH ....................................................................................................................... 1
INTRODUCTION OF COWORKING SPACES SPECIAL REQUIREMENT’S AS PER
INDIAN STANDARDS AND HOW THESE EFFECT EFFICIENCY FOR SOCIO
ECONOMIC GROWTH ....................................................................................................................... 1
INTRODUCTION OF COWORKING SPACES SPECIAL REQUIREMENT’S AS PER
INDIAN STANDARDS AND HOW THESE EFFECT EFFICIENCY FOR SOCIO
ECONOMIC GROWTH ....................................................................................................................... 1
INTRODUCTION OF COWORKING SPACES SPECIAL REQUIREMENT’S AS PER
INDIAN STANDARDS AND HOW THESE EFFECT EFFICIENCY FOR SOCIO
ECONOMIC GROWTH ....................................................................................................................... 1
INTRODUCTION OF COWORKING SPACES SPECIAL REQUIREMENT’S AS PER
INDIAN STANDARDS AND HOW THESE EFFECT EFFICIENCY FOR SOCIO
ECONOMIC GROWTH ....................................................................................................................... 1
INTRODUCTION OF COWORKING SPACES SPECIAL REQUIREMENT’S AS PER
INDIAN STANDARDS AND HOW THESE EFFECT EFFICIENCY FOR SOCIO
ECONOMIC GROWTH ....................................................................................................................... 1
SUBMITTED BY: ............................................................................................................................................ 1
FACULTY GUIDE CERTIFICATE ........................................................................................................ 3
ACKNOWLEDGMENT .......................................................................................................................... 4
TABLE OF CONTENTS ......................................................................................................................... 5
LIST OF FIGURES .................................................................................................................................. 9
ABSTRACT ........................................................................................................................................... 11
KEYWORDS ......................................................................................................................................... 12
coworking spaces .......................................................................................................................... 12
millennial working style ............................................................................................................... 12
effective workspaces..................................................................................................................... 12
IOT amenities ............................................................................................................................... 12
ergonomic ..................................................................................................................................... 12
flexibility ...................................................................................................................................... 12
architectural acoustics................................................................................................................... 12
sound masking .............................................................................................................................. 12
natural light ................................................................................................................................... 12
interior design ............................................................................................................................... 12
nontraditional illumination ........................................................................................................... 12
access control ................................................................................................................................ 12
sustainable design ......................................................................................................................... 12
green matrices ............................................................................................................................... 12
1.1
AIM: The aim of the research is to investigate how coworking space special requirement’s as per
Indian standards can help achieve maximum efficiency for socio economic growth .............................. 2
1.2
OBJECTIVES: ......................................................................................................................................... 2
SCOPE:................................................................................................................................................................ 2
1.3
LIMITATIONS: ....................................................................................................................................... 2
1.4
METHODOLOGY: .................................................................................................................................. 3
2.0
LITERATURE REVIEW: ..................................................................................................................... 3
2.1 Understanding the Concept of Effective Workspace .................................................................... 3
2.1.1 Influence of Millennials on Workspace Design .......................................................................... 4
2.2 Co-Working Space Strategies: A Space to interact and innovate.............................................. 4
Go Hive Co-Working Space ..................................................................................................................... 6
Objectives- ........................................................................................................................................................ 6
Strategies- ......................................................................................................................................................... 6
Analysis- ........................................................................................................................................................... 7
2.7.1. Open Space Floor Plans ........................................................................................................................ 14
2.7.2 Architectural Acoustics .......................................................................................................................... 16
2.7.4 colors and interior design ..................................................................................................................... 17
2.7.5 Non traditional Illumination, Access Control and Sustainable Design ............................................. 18
2.7.6 INTEGRATION OF GREEN MATRICES INSIDE OFFICE SPACE ............................................ 18
Source: Cloud Spaces Office, Abu Dhabi ......................................................................................................... 18
3.0
CASE STUDY :..................................................................................................................................... 19
3.1
MINISTRY OF NEW........................................................................................................................... 19
Location – Mumbai ........................................................................................................................................... 19
Area – 8000sq ft ................................................................................................................................................ 19
Designer: Jan Taminiau (Danish Architect), Bloemendaal ............................................................................ 19
Rooms 13 ........................................................................................................................................................... 19
The space is present on 3 floors in kitab mahal building of south Mumbai in Maharashtra ............................. 19
The space is designed with 13 large private spaces and common hive spaces such as gallery......................... 19
For transition and collaboration purpose ........................................................................................................... 19
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use of plants helps create visual stress during long working hours ........................................................ 20
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The ground floor uses a mix of transition space and flexible seating space ......................................... 20
With certain cabin on the ground floor.............................................................................................................. 20
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The seating spaces are designed with a vision to create informal spaces to relax ................................. 21
With a thought of using natural elements to enhance stress free environment ................................................. 21
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The area on the first floor tries to increase collaboration by acting as a transitions space and tries
to increase natural light .......................................................................................................................... 21
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The space in the cutout area uses natural light through above skylight which help .............................. 22
Make the central space inviting and lively ........................................................................................................ 22
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Picture 6: design private cabin with white walls and minimalist design on 3 floors ........................................ 22
The interior of cabin space uses soothing color to increase efficiency by creating mood
enhancing colors and naturals light is used as a tool inside the cabins .................................................. 22
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The pink color is the transition spaces and is public space .................................................................... 23
The peach colors are for services (public space) .................................................................................... 23
The white color shows the free spaces inside the volume (public spaces) ............................................. 23
The light green color depicts flexible spaces for discussions and work (semipublic) ........................... 23
The blue space in lower corner is informal space private (private) ....................................................... 23
The dark green spaces are cabins and showcases privacy (private) ....................................................... 23
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Source: Author................................................................................................................................................... 24
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The exterior of the building is simple and uses French with pediment and false arches ....................... 24
In the bottom...................................................................................................................................................... 24
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The informal spaces use light yet vibrant color to which depicts vibe of stress-free environment ....... 25
Which helps to kill stress during working hours by sitting at such place .............................................. 25
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Uses of swings as furniture tries to add a sense of informal and easy space which tries to create a
sense in informal space ........................................................................................................................... 25
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The cabins at first floor tries to add a sense privacy and responsibility with usage of dim lights
and minimal interiors .............................................................................................................................. 26
Conclusion through analysis: ......................................................................................................................... 26
The cons of the places are the mixtures of spaces which lack interior design and flexible and
interesting spaces .................................................................................................................................... 26
Although the majority of areas uses natural light yet it is not able to maximize its impacts to
multiple peoples...................................................................................................................................... 26
The common things in the fabric are the abundance of natural light in all center and the use of ........ 26
Natural environment in spaces by providing small matrices of green volumes through plants ............. 26
The treatment of auditory senses has not been taken with seriousness and visual connections ............ 26
Although the spaces have been designed with a purpose of providing comfortable spaces for
seating it lacks the futuristic vision for providing ergonomics backed seating spaces .......................... 26
The designing of spaces has been not done to provide social inclusions of different collaborators. ..... 26
Source: Author................................................................................................................................................... 26
(Snyder, 2016) ................................................................................................................................................... 26
3.3 CASE STUDY 2 ......................................................................................................................................... 27
Conclusion through analysis: ......................................................................................................................... 33
(Pintos, 2020) .................................................................................................................................................... 33
(Ramos) ............................................................................................................................................................. 33
3.2 CASE STUDY 3 ......................................................................................................................................... 33
HUBUD CO-WORKING SPACE ......................................................................................................... 33
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Use of natural light helps improve the environment created through senses ......................................... 34
Use of different types of furniture also helps in creation of different spaces without any physical
barrier ..................................................................................................................................................... 34
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Amalgamation of inside and outside spaces and use of natural light and view are certain features
of the places ............................................................................................................................................ 35
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The creations of flexible spaces that helps people to collaborate and become a part of nature that’s
brings them to closer to natural environments and helps in curbing stress ............................................ 36
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Use of bamboo as a material helps create a sense of natural environment ............................................ 38
Conclusion through analysis: ......................................................................................................................... 38
4.0 ANALYSIS ................................................................................................................................................. 39
MINISTRY OF NEW...................................................................................................................................... 39
HUBUD CO-WORKING SPACE ......................................................................................................... 39
CONCLUSION ..................................................................................................................................... 42
6.0 APPENDIX ................................................................................................................................................. 43
Bibliography ........................................................................................................................................... 52
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1: understanding co-working spaces ............................................................................................ 1
Figure 2Interaction and collaboration diagram ........................................................................................ 5
Figure 3 potential strategies to foster collaboration ................................................................................. 6
Figure 4 go hive interior ........................................................................................................................... 6
Figure 5 go hive plan ................................................................................................................................ 6
Figure 6 the office passes interior ............................................................................................................ 8
Figure 7 : OLX Lisbon interiors ............................................................................................................... 8
Figure 8 : OLX Lisbon interiors ............................................................................................................... 9
Figure 9: OLX Lisbon interiors ................................................................................................................ 9
Figure 10: OLX Lisbon interiors .............................................................................................................. 9
Figure 11: zoning diagram...................................................................................................................... 11
Figure 12: the Allen curve diagram ........................................................................................................ 11
Figure 13types of setting and places in co-working space diagram ....................................................... 13
Figure 14: efficiency analysis diagram (Herman Miller) ....................................................................... 14
Figure 15open floor plan ........................................................................................................................ 15
Figure 16: comparison of office space diagram ..................................................................................... 15
Figure 17sound masking diagram .......................................................................................................... 16
Figure 18: natural light integration in co- working space diagram ........................................................ 17
Figure 19: natural light integration in co- working space diagram ........................................................ 17
Figure 20: olx Lisbon interior spaces pictures ....................................................................................... 17
Figure 21artificial light level in an office space picture ......................................................................... 18
Figure 22: green matrices inside a coworking space .............................................................................. 18
Figure 23: green matrices inside a coworking space .............................................................................. 18
Figure 24conference room with minimal interior and ample natural light situated on 4 floor .............. 20
Figure 25third floor with flexible space and informal seating spaces .................................................... 20
Figure 26 informal sitting space on 3 floors (refer plan pic) .................................................................. 21
Figure 27natural light usage through cutout and design of transition space on 4 floors ........................ 21
Figure 28 cutout space optimization through natural light occurrence .................................................. 22
Figure 29 design private cabin with white walls and minimalist design on 3 floors ............................. 22
Figure 30 : schematic third floor plan with zoning of different spaces .................................................. 23
Figure 31schematic fourth floor plan with zoning of different spaces ................................................... 24
Figure 32exterior façade of the building ................................................................................................ 24
Figure 33informal and lounge space on fourth floor .............................................................................. 25
Figure 34 quality of informal spaces and usage of furniture to make it easy in mood .......................... 25
Figure 35 : design of conference cabin (private zone) on fourth floor ................................................... 26
Figure 36 design and space of transition spaces uses arch to make it inviting and grand ...................... 27
Figure 37 : use of minimal furniture and more free space ..................................................................... 28
Figure 38 : design of pantry area with minimal architecture and vibrant color ..................................... 28
Figure 39 : use of colored furniture in contrast from interior design ..................................................... 29
Figure 40: design of different functional spaces .................................................................................... 29
Figure 41: use of components in interior space design .......................................................................... 30
Figure 42: the transition space (stairs).................................................................................................... 30
Figure 43: contrasting nature of different spaces to create different zones ............................................ 31
Figure 44: contrasting nature of different spaces ................................................................................... 31
Figure 45: ground floor plan with different zones.................................................................................. 32
Figure 46: first floor plan with different zones and flexible spaces ....................................................... 33
Figure 47: quality and design of internal and flexible spaces ................................................................ 34
Figure 48: working spaces overlooking green matrices ......................................................................... 35
Figure 49: use of natural material in conference hall helps as design component ................................. 35
Figure 50: functioning of open and flexible spaces................................................................................ 36
Figure 51: functioning of open and flexible spaces................................................................................ 36
Figure 52 functioning of internal and outside spaces to bring a visual connect with nature ................. 37
Figure 53: use of local material helps brings in light and easy mood to the overall fabric .................... 38
ABSTRACT
Co-working spaces are a need of today which acts as a hybrid space for people to work, leisure
activities, for socializing and networking. since under new India mission we our developing our
policies for being a Atma Nirbhar Economy, new entrepreneurs may significantly help achieve
this dream. As India is working towards being self-reliant, developing an efficient coworking
space which is sustainable may help us in getting closer to this dream.
The future of atmanirbhar bharat may seem bright with the with the step in providing a hassle-free
spaces experience to the young entrepreneurs of tomorrow.
KEYWORDS
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coworking spaces
millennial working style
effective workspaces
IOT amenities
ergonomic
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architectural acoustics
sound masking
natural light
interior design
nontraditional illumination
access control
sustainable design
green matrices
INTRODUCTION
What are co-working spaces?
The spaces which are a hybrid space for working and recreational purpose that’s fulfils every
requirement of an office but is not formals in approach also , can be identified as an coworking
space.
Figure 1: understanding co-working spaces
Need for new kind of working spaces
The millennial working style is most importantly changing
The current times is seeing more entrepreneur and freelancer as working individual
And these no. are getting doubled every 3 years, this young entrepreneur requires working space to
meet their working comfort which are not only smart spaces but also one which helps them increase
their work efficiency
we humans require 3 types of work
One for living, one for economic engagement and one for recreational purposes
But with the lack of spaces in urban context and transitional time that is required
To reach these spaces
,a requirement of combining these spaces into one is seen
And a new hybrid or combined spaces is need for millennials
According to sociologiray Oldenburg
Through Indian perspective the word effective means to produce a target result. similarly, an
effective workspace is a one that that help in workers feels less stressed and help people in
collaborating with their co-workers in immediate time. since the last century the teamwork in
workplace has increased by 63 %. so as to achieve effective result one need a workspace design
That could aid in easy collaborations between the coworkers. since one coworking is developing at
fast pace in Indian cities, we need design considerations as per our needs.
(social impact of co-working spaces on the millennials of Gurgaon, 2018)
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1.1
AIM: The aim of the research is to investigate how coworking space special requirement’s as per
Indian standards can help achieve maximum efficiency for socio economic growth
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OBJECTIVES:
1. To review the existing offices of co-working spaces and observe the gap in
Requirement as per Indian requirements
2. To identity and distinguish between Indian ergonomics requirement w.r.t
Generic co-working offices and establish relationship for zoning, visual privacy and variety of spaces
3. To analyze the auditory needs of coworking spaces and corelate that for different spaces for in
coworking spaces
4. To analyze the integration of natural light in coworking spaces to and establish relationship with
interior’s and phenological efficiency as per Indian context
5. To analyze in the integration of maximum amenities in smaller volume that is prevalent in urban
spaces
SCOPE:
The study tends to fill the gap in design requirements of Indian requirement context in coworking
spaces and distinguish it with generic coworking spaces
RESEARCH QUESTIONS:
Q1.) the space requirements (volume requirements) of co-working spaces in an Indian context
(where different business can set up in same building)?
Q2.) to study the zoning requirements and amenities that would be required in a co-working space?
Q3.) phenomenology in space design of a coworking space (visual barriers, auditory requirements,
etc.)
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LIMITATIONS:
Since we are talking about co-working spaces which cover a diverse variety of clients so meeting
every requirement may be not practically feasible and viable
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(Placeholder1)METHODOLOGY:
Source: Author.
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LITERATURE REVIEW:
2.1 Understanding the Concept of Effective Workspace
The term “effective” can be defined as being successful in producing a desired or intended result. In the
same way, effective work-environments, in effect, gather to the physical locations and immediate
surroundings, including office culture and office collaboration between colleagues, which supports in
the attainment of a business relevant objectives. As businesses have different needs, operate in
different industries and have different functions (types of jobs to be completed), it is imperative for a
business management to take into consideration all practical factors before formally implementing a
certain work-environment (Becker, 2000). Research conducted by Veitch (2007) found that there are
at least seven keys ‘practical factors’ which should be considered before any work-environment is
formally implemented:
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the amount of noise other colleagues’ conversations will cause,
the number of potential general distractions that can be caused by colleagues,
the degree of enclosure by walls and/or office furniture,
the level of visual privacy,
the proximity between colleagues from one workstation to the next,
the amount of background noise that can be heard at workstations,
the size of employees’ personal workspace, and
the function being performed by employees.
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The use of ergonomics in space designing
Use of natural light and lighting ambience to reduce and terminate tress in coworking environment
Consideration of IOT as amenities as per current and future requirements
Often the work-environments should be designed for both functionality and style as achieving an
‘optimum mixture’ for the latter should contribute towards employee satisfaction (Dansoh, 2006);
resulting in better employee productivity and, eventually, in the attainment of business objectives.
The last-mentioned can be viewed as ergonomics.
B. Co-working Space Characteristic Kwiatkowski and Buczynski (2011) have developed five core
values that reflect the coworking philosophy and can be considered a characteristic of co-working.
The following core values can be divided into:
• Collaboration: the desire to work with others to create shared values.
• Openness: sharing ideas, information, and people freely.
• Community: group with a common goal and share thoughts about co-working.
• Accessibility: co-working space is accessible, both socially and economically, for each type of
worker.
• Sustainability: resources are used together, which bring economic and ecological benefits.
(social impact of co-working spaces on the millennials of Gurgaon, 2018)
2.1.1
Influence of Millennials on Workspace Design
Millennials are the major topic in 2021 and mostly associated with the multi-generational conflict
that exist in our culture but at home and office. With millennial dominating the Indian coworking
spaces their working style and requirement have also changed with time leading to change of spaces
and design of coworking spaces
Also, with the increasing number of entrepreneurs in millennial the workspace shifts from
conventional offices to the co-working space is seen.
2.2 Co-Working Space Strategies: A Space to interact and innovate
The main agenda of a co-working space is to create an interaction between the users and enhance their
interaction into innovation. coworkers might not have a common interactive platform and but since
they want to have a social interaction, they join co-working spaces. Collaboration and communication
enabling spaces is a design characteristic of a co-working space which enables the formation of social
networks and social interaction. When co-working spaces have shared physical spaces and spatial
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arrangements that promote interaction this will support people’s motivation, ability, and opportunity
to share knowledge and experiences.
Innovation is facilitated in co-working spaces through their social
interaction. Social
interaction contributes to innovation. Hence, it is important for the co- working spaces to support
formation and nurturing of social interaction and collaboration (Olma, 2012). Social interaction
increases the chance of knowledge exchange between different people at co-working spaces. When
such collaboration happens between the co-workers,
innovation takes place. Co-working spaces foster network formation and it be an innovation
marketplace.
Figure 2Interaction and collaboration diagram
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Strategies to
foster
interaction
Innovation
• Communal Spaces
• Interior design for
Interaction
interaction
• Organized events
for coloration
• Mixing the coworkers
New projects
• New clients
• New knowledge and
ideas
Figure 3 potential strategies to foster collaboration
2.3 Comparative analysis of two coworking places in India
As initial research, co-working spaces were studied in order to gain an understanding of co-working
spaces their functioning and their strategies. Two of primary case studies and two secondary case
study in much is performed for the study. The primary case study was selected based on scale and
proximity while the basis of selection for the secondary case study is availability of data. Primary case
studies Go Hive Co-working space and Whizzo Café and co-working space are in Gurgaon.
Go Hive Co-Working Space
Location- Vipul Trade Center, Sohna Road, Gurgaon
Total Built-up area- 90 sq. m.
Type of Users- Freelancers, Startups
Figure 4 go hive interior
Type of Spaces- Reception, Open plan workstations, Hot desk, Conference rooms, Private offices,
Breakout zone
Amenities- Toilets, Pantry
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Comfortable environment
Variety in spaces and seating
Strong segregation of spaces into zones
Integration of natural light
Figure 5 go hive plan
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Open plan to create a transparency in space to form a visual
connection and increase the interaction between the coworkers.
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Multiple use of conference room; for meeting space and
huddle space (flexible spaces)
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Use of white color makes the room appear bigger and
brighter and touch of blue creating a contrast with the white helps in creating positive impact on the
space.
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Lobby acting as a breakout zone right next to pantry helps in interaction between the users.
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Although this co-working space is lacking communal spaces, yet interactive environment was found
between the co-workers because of small number of users and small size of the spa
(Korreck, 2020)
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The Office Pass (TOP), Sec-4, Noida
Location- A-93, Sector 4 Near Sector 16 metro station, Noida, Uttar Pradesh
Total Built-up area- 300 sq. m.
Type of Users- Freelancers, Start-ups
Type of Spaces- Reception, Open plan workstations, Hot desk, Conference rooms, Private offices,
Breakout zone
Figure 6 the office passes interior
OLX office space Lisbon
Location- Lisbon, Portugal
Total Built-up area- 4500 sq. m.
Type of Users- Freelancers, Start-ups
Type of Spaces- Reception, Open plan workstations, Hot desk, Conference rooms, Private offices,
Breakout zone, hive
Figure 7 : olx Lisbon interiors
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Figure 8 : olx Lisbon interiors
Figure 9: olx Lisbon interiors
Figure 10: olx Lisbon interiors
(Pereira, 2019)
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CONCLUSION
Although the Indian co-working spaces are carefully designing spaces and becoming better day by
day but it’s still required time and efforts to reach its optimum efficiency. on comparative chart the
Indian co-working spaces lack flexible and innovative spaces, the use of natural light, the
illumination capacity to create a vibe within a place, integration of natural environment into
workplace, inclusions of privacy levels in planning’s, use of interior designing for comfortable
phenomenon creation, auditory, visual consideration of human comfort and use of IOT amenities to
aid and develop maximum efficiency in work output.
Source: Author.
2.4.. Architecture and Design of Type of spaces required in Co-working Spaces
Modern co-working spaces look different from traditional offices and their architecture and design is
purposefully chosen to cater to the changing nature of work and help workers fulfil new job roles.
Typically, co-working spaces have the following elements in common: First, the design and
architecture reflect the need for flexibility, as office arrangements cater to different work styles and
preferences of co-workers. They can choose between different seating options. For instance, coworkers who need a quiet place to focus might prefer a desk in a private office, while co-workers who
want to socialize or need to discuss their work with others choose a seat in a common area with large,
shared desks. Offices can accommodate different team sizes, and adjustments can be made by adding
desks or renting more rooms. Furthermore, co-working spaces provide rooms for multiple purposes,
such as conferences, training rooms, or soundproof booths for phone calls. Second, co-working spaces
are designed to foster an interactive environment. The need for transparency is expressed, for instance,
in offices having glass walls. The requirement for openness is reflected in open plan layouts that
remove physical barriers that prevent communication (exceptions are private offices, to which access
is restricted). Moreover, co-working spaces typically have large common areas with kitchens, lunch
tables, food or coffee bars, which provide touch points where co-workers can meet and interact. Many
co-working spaces also have game zones. Third, co-working spaces answer to the professional and
personal needs of co-workers to make them feel comfortable in the work New Space for the Future
of Work: Co-working in Indian environment and enable them to work productively.
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Figure 11: zoning diagram
The Allen Curve is an illustration of how, in an office setting, people who are stationed within 10
meters of one another have the highest probability of communication (Allen, 1977). To reach this
conclusion, Allen conducted communication flow studies at seven research and development
laboratories Among the findings were the following assertions. First, employees who sit more than
25 meters apart have a low probability of communication. Second, team-members sitting within the
10 to the 25-meter zone are likely to communicate at least once per week. Finally, if seated inside a
10-meter radius, employees are in the communication sweet spot. Keen observers might assert that
Allen's study is out of date and has little application in a social media and email-enabled
workplace. Indeed, those observers would be wrong.
Figure 12: the Allen curve diagram
(wolf)
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2.5 ERGONOMICS NEED FOR CO-WORKING
SPACES IN INDIA
Ergonomics – the way workplaces and products are designed and arranged so as to fit the
requirement of the people who use them – is yet to gain momentum in India. . The New Yorkheadquartered, Humanscale had recently done a study along with University of Pittsburgh led by Dr
Bethany Barone Gibbs, that showed that alternating between sitting and standing positions at the
workplace throughout the day can lower blood pressure.
According to the study, when participants alternated postures every half hour, they experienced a
significantly lower diastolic blood pressure – the pressure on the arteries between heart beats when
the heart is relaxed. Carotid-ankle pulse wave velocity – a measure of stiffness in the arteries of the
legs – was also significantly lower when study participants alternated between sitting and standing
throughout the day.
“Switching between sitting and standing postures throughout the day is not only good for energy
and productivity, but for overall health. Incorporating periods of standing can burn calories, have a
positive impact on well-being and prevent diseases such as heart disease, obesity and high blood
pressure.
Stubbs further explained that many companies in India are least bothered to have ergonomically
designed furniture and office workstations that can result in immense health and productivity
benefits for their workforce. “I have seen this especially in the co-working spaces that are
mushrooming all over India.
(news ( sci-tech ), 2021)
(Singh, 2018)
2.6 . AVERAGE TOTAL SPACES FOR CO-WORKING SPACES IN INDIA
Office spaces have been undergoing a series of transformations over the last few years. Evolving
needs are changing the way offices look. The need for collaboration has transformed 120-150
square feet cabins into agile workspaces, need for more employees has led to the development of
open office spaces and need for flexibility has given rise to coworking spaces.
Reports suggest that the space requirement thumb rule of 100-plus sq. ft. per person has reduced by
20-30%, on an average over the last decade to optimise real estate costs. Flexible office space
solutions have emerged as a separate asset class and have grown from 5% in 2016-17 to almost 15%
in 2019. Thus, establishing workspace as a service instead of a physical resource, bringing
significant agility, flexibility and cost-advantages.
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Managed office spaces, a concept popular initially among start-ups, is witnessing an increased
preference by mid-sized organizations as well as large corporations. Coworking in India has steadily
challenged the traditional office space leasing activity, having grown from an approximately 5% share
in 2016-17 to about 15% in 2019.
(Nandwani, 2020)
2.6.1 Greater flexibility
Worldwide, the average coworking centre has a capacity of around 80 people, and the average space
leased by a centre stands at approximately 7,000 sq. ft. In India, however, coworking players and
operators exhibit greater confidence in the segment. The average deal size of space leased by such
players has steadily risen over the past few years and was estimated at around 50,000 sq. ft. in Q2
2020. This indicates the preferences of a dynamic workforce and younger demography, which
necessitates flexibilities of design, interiors, collaboration and a sense of community as well.
The coworking operators are constantly evolving to cater to the requirements of occupiers. The
pandemic has forced many business segments to evolve swiftly, and the coworking segment is no
exception. Some players are repositioning themselves to continue the growth trajectory the sector
has been witnessing over the last couple of years. To capture the growing demand flexible space,
real estate consultants like Savills India are even aiming to bring better organization by setting up a
platform that brings developers and occupiers of flexible workspaces together.
Figure 13types of setting and places in co-working space diagram
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Figure 14: efficiency analysis diagram (Herman miller)
(miller, 2017)
2.7. INTERVENTIONS REQUIREDS FOR AN EFFECTIVE CO-WORKING SPACE IN
INDIA
2.7.1. Open Space Floor Plans
Coworking locations are known for their flexibility of non-assigned open workspaces. Often, there
won’t be a cubicle in sight. These open floor plans are coupled with private offices, huddle rooms,
conference rooms, phone booths, and comfortable common areas –to ensure people still have
privacy when necessary.
This flexibility gives people the freedom to work where and how they want. A small, private room
can help with deep-focus work. Other times a buzzing communal area might give you much-needed
inspiration. Having the freedom to work in both environments is something that our workforce is
coming to expect.
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Figure 15open floor plan
Figure 16: comparison of office space diagram
A study by Office vibe determined that 64% of people sharing an office with a co-worker increased
their tasks completed on time. Additionally, 68% of workers said they were better focused.
When you see people around you working hard, you’re more likely to do so yourself.
Removing obstacles and visual barriers between employees also makes it easier for them to seek out
other workers they need or want to interact with, and makes it easier to initiate face-to-face
conversation
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2.7.2 Architectural Acoustics
Open environments invite more interactions and collaboration, but noise is noise. You want to be
inspired and motivated by the people working around you, not distracted.
Enter: Sound Masking.
Figure 17sound masking diagram
Many coworking spaces invest in sound masking systems, which add background noise to make
speech less intelligible. This makes the background chatter feel more like coffee-shop noise than
distracting watercooler banter.
2.7.3 NATURAL LIGHT AS A MEDIUM
Artificial lighting is of course a necessity in any office space, however where possible there should
be a healthy amount of natural light allowed to flood through the space, after all there is nothing worse
than feeling trapped and enclosed indoors.
Where natural light is not possible, opting for cooler lights will help mimic that natural feeling and
will help you get things done without the need to strain your eyes causing headache and discomfort.
When it comes to affective lighting, it is just as important to ensure the design of your space is
conducive to a productive day of work. So, avoid placing yourself in front of a window if on your
computer, nobody wants that dreaded screen glare, and utilise the variety of working nooks with
natural or cool lights to avoid intensely bright enclosed spaces.
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Figure 18: natural light integration in co- working space diagram
Figure 19: natural light integration in co- working space diagram
2.7.4 colors and interior design
There have been numerous studies done into the effects different colours can have on our mood,
productivity and general well-being. if you are expected for long hours continuously, your stress
levels may hit ceiling levels soon
when we go looking for a place to work, we don’t really factor in the décor as a reason to stick around.
However, with evidence suggesting that our physical surroundings play a huge part in our work
success, perhaps it is time to start thinking differently?
Colour plays an important role to make the
Stress levels low during working activity and may help bring more efficiency within the environment
Figure 20: olx Lisbon interior spaces pictures
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2.7.5 Nontraditional Illumination, Access Control and Sustainable Design
With a "form follows function" design, coworking spaces make utility part of the aesthetic and
contribute to coworking environments' eco-friendly culture.
Intelligent lighting and IoT sensors work together to reduce energy consumption, cut costs, and
improve user experience. This is accomplished through daylight harvesting, where overhead lights
adjust according to the amount of natural light. Lights can also automatically turn on/off based on
occupancy and schedules.
Figure 21artificial light level in an office space picture
With daylight harvesting lights automatically adjust their brightness.
IoT sensors can also control room temperature based on occupancy, use UV light to sanitize a space,
turn fans on/off, open/close blinds, and more.
2.7.6 INTEGRATION OF GREEN MATRICES INSIDE OFFICE SPACE
The green spaces try to provide a resting place for senses visually and mentally providing a break in
between work. They provide a recreation space where not physically but mentally a worker can
relax and focus more
Figure 22: green matrices inside a coworking space
Figure 23: green matrices inside a coworking
space
Source: Cloud Spaces Office, Abu Dhabi
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Conclusion: the study reviews that spaces are crunching in modern times in cities due to increase
prices and the co-working spaces are not efficient enough to provide flexible, comfortable and
sustainable place to work. Indian coworking spaces lack ergonomic working station, proper sound
masking, proper use of natural lights, and proper zoning
(Raghavendra, 2020)
3.0
CASE STUDY:
3.1 MINISTRY OF NEW
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Location – Mumbai
Area – 8000sq ft
Floor to floor height: 3.6m
Designer: Jan Taminiau (Danish Architect), Bloemendaal
PURPOSE FOR SELECTION:
to understand working and function of Indian coworking space
awarded in top 10 coworking spaces in the India.
Rooms 13
The space is present on 3 floors in kitab mahal building of south Mumbai in Maharashtra
The space is designed with 13 large private spaces and common hive spaces such as gallery
For transition and collaboration purpose
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Figure 24conference room with minimal interior and ample natural light situated on 4 floor
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use of plants helps create visual stress during long working hours
Figure 25 :third floor with flexible space and informal seating spaces
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The ground floor uses a mix of transition space and flexible seating space
With certain cabin on the ground floor
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Figure 26 : informal sitting space on 3 floors (refer plan pic)
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The seating spaces are designed with a vision to create informal spaces to relax
With a thought of using natural elements to enhance stress free environment
Figure 27 : natural light usage through cutout and design of transition space on 4 floors
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The area on the first floor tries to increase collaboration by acting as a transitions space and tries to
increase natural light
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Figure 28 : cutout space optimization through natural light occurrence
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The space in the cutout area uses natural light through above skylight which help
Make the central space inviting and lively
Figure 29 design private cabin with white walls and minimalist design on 3 floors
Picture 6: design private cabin with white walls and minimalist design on 3 floors
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The interior of cabin space uses soothing color to increase efficiency by creating mood enhancing
colors and naturals light is used as a tool inside the cabins
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Figure 30 : schematic third floor plan with zoning of different spaces
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The pink color is the transition spaces and is public space
The peach colors are for services (public space)
The white color shows the free spaces inside the volume (public spaces)
The light green color depicts flexible spaces for discussions and work (semipublic)
The blue space in lower corner is informal space private (private)
The dark green spaces are cabins and showcases privacy (private)
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Figure 31schematic fourth floor plan with zoning of different spaces
Source: Author.
Figure 32:exterior façade of the building
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The exterior of the building is simple and uses French with pediment and false arches
In the bottom
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Figure 33: informal and lounge space on fourth floor
The informal spaces use light yet vibrant color to which depicts vibe of stress-free environment
Which helps to kill stress during working hours by sitting at such place
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Figure 34: quality of informal spaces and usage of furniture to make it easy in mood
Uses of swings as furniture tries to add a sense of informal and easy space which tries to create a
sense in informal space
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Figure 35 : design of conference cabin (private zone) on fourth floor
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The cabins at first floor tries to add a sense privacy and responsibility with usage of dim lights and
minimal interiors
Conclusion through analysis:
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The cons of the places are the mixtures of spaces which lack interior design and flexible and
interesting spaces
Although the majority of areas uses natural light yet it is not able to maximize its impacts to
multiple peoples
The common things in the fabric are the abundance of natural light in all center and the use of
Natural environment in spaces by providing small matrices of green volumes through plants
The treatment of auditory senses has not been taken with seriousness and visual connections
Although the spaces have been designed with a purpose of providing comfortable spaces for seating
it lacks the futuristic vision for providing ergonomics backed seating spaces
The designing of spaces has been not done to provide social inclusions of different collaborators.
Source: Author.
(Snyder, 2016)
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3.3 CASE STUDY 2
COVEN CO-WORKING
PURPOSE FOR SELECTION:
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to understand interior design in coworking space
awarded in top 10 coworking spaces in the world
OFFICE BUILDINGS, COWORK INTERIORS
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SAINT PAUL, UNITED STATES
Architects: Studio BV
Area: 4800 ft²
Year: 2020
Floor to floor height: 4m
Plan type: open floor plan
Photographs: Corey Gaffer Photography
Figure 36 design and space of transition spaces uses arch to make it inviting and grand
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Figure 37 : use of minimal furniture and more free space
Figure 38 : design of pantry area with minimal architecture and vibrant color
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Figure 39 : use of colored furniture in contrast from interior design
Figure 40: design of different functional spaces
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The flooring add helps that creative transitional space and add as a design component
Which enhances attentions to space
Use of natural light is also done is a manner to lit spaces and also create lively spaces
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Figure 41: use of components in interior space design
The arches help in providing a sense of arrival to spaces and add a character to the transition spaces
Figure 42: the transition space (stairs)
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The services are also highlighted which not only add to the interior quotient but also helps in turning
the transition space as a lively one
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Figure 43: contrasting nature of different spaces to create different zones
The spaces a designed with a vision of providing rustic wall which helps in breaking monotony of
spaces and helps in creations different spaces inside a volume creation a sense of differentiations
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Figure 44: contrasting nature of different spaces
Just using different colors in interiors helps in creation of different spaces with different functions
The left spaces use dull colors and is designed for sitting and serious discussion
The right spaces if more vibrant and can be used for creative discussions
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Figure 45: ground floor plan with different zones
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The dark blue color shows the transition space which is designed with a purpose to help increase
conversation and collaboration between different co workers
The informal zone has been but in one different corner to avoid any disturbance
Within office there are 2 kind of office spaces created one is flexible and semipublic (light blue) and
other is private cabins (green color)
Zoning has been done with a vision of creating different zones so as when people use them, they use
corridor which also enhances communications
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Figure 46: first floor plan with different zones and flexible spaces
Conclusion through analysis:
The pros of the places are the use of colors to enhance overall vibe of the place
And zoning to create multiple zones and use of corridor as a transition space of enhance
collaboration and communication between coworkers
The cons of the places in no consciousness in designing w.r.t to future amenities such as auditory
control
(Pintos, 2020)
(Ramos)
3.2 CASE STUDY 3
HUBUD CO-WORKING SPACE
Location: ubud, Bali Indonesia
Material: bamboo and wood
Area: 900 sqm
Plan type: open plan
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PURPOSE FOR SELECTION:
to understand the use of natural material, amalgamation natural spaces and natural light in a
coworking space
awarded in top 10 coworking spaces in the world.
.
Figure 47: quality and design of internal and flexible spaces
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Use of natural light helps improve the environment created through senses
Use of different types of furniture also helps in creation of different spaces without any physical
barrier
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Figure 48: working spaces overlooking green matrices
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Amalgamation of inside and outside spaces and use of natural light and view are certain features of
the places
Figure 49: use of natural material in conference hall helps as design component
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Figure 50: functioning of open and flexible spaces
The creations of flexible spaces that helps people to collaborate and become a part of nature that’s
brings them to closer to natural environments and helps in curbing stress
Figure 51: functioning of open and flexible spaces
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Figure 52 functioning of internal and outside spaces to bring a visual connect with nature
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Figure 53: use of local material helps brings in light and easy mood to the overall fabric
Use of bamboo as a material helps create a sense of natural environment
Conclusion through analysis:
The place uses natural material which helps the interior environment to be stress free
Also the amalgamation of inside with outside recreational places makes the work more
Enjoying in nature and helps in enhancing the mood and efficiency
(directory)
(hubud)
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4.0 ANALYSIS
Comparative analysis of all three case studies:
CRITERIA
FOR
COMPARISO
N
MINISTRY
OF NEW
COVEN
COWORKING
Plan types
Open plan
Open plan
Open plan
Zoning in
designing of
spaces
Types of
interiors
Yes
yes
Yes
Minimalistic
Mostly
simple
Use of material
Wall paints
and Rcc
Use of furniture
Modern,
informal and
ergonomics
backed
seating and
formal
Through
window
In cabins and
some
recreational
space
Private, semi
private, hive
and
recreational
Quirky and
segregations
of spaces
Rcc and
different
paints for
different
surfaces
Ergonomics
backed,
informal and
formal
Through
window
In all major
spaces
Through
window
and
corridor
In all major
spaces
Private,
semi
private,
hive
recreational
and natural
spaces
Inside and
outside
spaces
Use of natural
lights
Types of spaces
Use of plants
At some
places in
recreational
spaces mostly
Private, semi
private, hive
and
recreational
At some
places in
recreational
spaces mostly
HUBUD
COWORKIN
G SPACE
Bamboo
and Rcc
Informal
and formal
seating
furniture
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Level of
privacy in
spaces
Visual
connection in
spaces
Use of
amenities to
boost efficiency
Yes
Yes
No
Partially yes
but lacked
due to
different
level
Yes
provisions is
there for
future type
amenities
such as BIS
Partially yes
but lacks at
some spaces
(mostly
recreational)
Yes designed
for future
amenities as
well as
incorporate
amenities for
current time
Yes, color
contrasting
and
complimentin
g is there in
abundance
There are
abundances
for such
spaces
Yes, visual
connection
can be seen
Use of interior
to enhance
mood
Yes, color
contrasting
and
complimentin
g is done
Transitions
space for
socializing and
collaborating
Spaces are
there but not
promote
collaboration
Present
amenities
for working
is there but
no scope
for future
amenities
No since
use of
natural
material is
there
Spaces are
there but
not
promote
collaboratio
n
Source: Author.
4.1
ANALYSIS BASED ON RESPONSES FROM QUESTIONNAIRE
(For questionnaire refer 5.0 appendix)
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INFOGRAPHICS OF USERS:
The Indian coworking spaces were used in the ratio by 55% women and 45% men
The populations age group choosing Indian coworking spaces as their workplace was between 22:
32 years of age.
The most preferred time of working was found out to be from 10:00 am – 11 :00 am
TYPE OF AMENITIES REQUIREMENT:
The most preferred amenities for choosing the Indian coworking space is WIFI followed by
automatic light with temperature controlled and automatic visual in the later preferential order
respectively. this may be due to the kind of work which is mostly supported though its online
presence
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TYPE OF INTERIOR PREFERNCES:
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The plain contrasting interior space and natural approach with plants in backdrop shared the first
preferential order followed by contrasting interior and peppy interior respectively.
PREFERENCES FOR CHOOSING A CO-WORKING SPACE:
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It was found out that amenities were first in order while choosing an Indian co-working spaces. its
was followed by the space management inside the spaces
It was followed by interior of a space and the last was types of spaces on the list of preferences
PREFERENCES FOR NATURE OF SPACES:
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Private and intimate spaces were found out to be on most preferred to work in a coworking spaces
as per time spend
It was followed by quirky spaces and informal spaces respectively
PREFERENCES FOR TYPE OF FURNITURE REQUIRMENT:
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Modern furniture was mostly preferred for working. It was followed by office chairs and informal
spaces alike
Bean bags were on the last position on the list of preferences for furniture.
PREFERENCES FOR VISUAL AND OTHER REQUIRMENT:
Views from inside was on the first preferential list. It was followed by seating alongside plants
secondly.
Views to other spaces and fully private spaces were third and fourth preferences respectably.
PREFERENCES FOR ZONING REQUIRMENT:
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Private zones were the most preferred zones for working and activity of a coworker flowed by semi
private zones and lastly hive
PREFERENCES FOR TYPE OF AREA REQUIRMENT:
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Cabins and informal spaces were most preferred on the list of areas alike. it was followed by shared
tables on the second numbers.
Conference hall were last on the preferences for type of areas.
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PREFERENCES FOR NATURAL LIGHT REQUIRMENT INSIDE AREAS:
The preferred choice of natural light was optimum light in most spaces with low light in some
spaces and lastly no light lastly
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Source: Author.
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CONCLUSION
The most common amenities while choosing a coworking space is wife so to increase the WIFI
connectivity open plan is most optimum which increase the efficiency of connectivity
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Sound masking should be used to make the work environment more inviting yet discreet
Sound barrier should be used as last option to provide private in private spaces
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Since the most preferred time of the day is 10:00 am – 11:00 am, the reception areas should try to
utilize the natural night and try to make the area more welcoming through interiors to help create a
Sense of ease of work vibe
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The zoning should be done with giving more importance to private spaces and intimate spaces since
most of the time of Indian co workers would be spent in this area only as per their activity needs
And conference areas can be treated as a flexible area which can be used as per the activity demands
•
The interior can be done with private and intimate spaces having plain and more natural
environment in order to make the work environment more stress free and the informal spaces can be
designed in combination of peppy and contrasting interiors to make it more ready for collaborations
and informal function
•
The kind of furniture to be used should be more of ergonomics office chairs and modern furniture in
cabins and intimate spaces respectively.
The informal spaces and flexible can have bean bags and modern furniture.
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Zoning should be done so that view from private spaces to give the uttermost preference where the
views can be adjusted to the needs using visual barriers and informal spaces and hives should have
relatively more privacy and receptions and transition should de designed to provide the least privacy
•
Private cabins and intimate spaces should use green matrices such as plants as a tool to help
coworkers in providing a break to visual sense between work which will help in decreasing stress
and increasing efficiency
•
The private cabins should be designed in southeast and southwest directions in order to provide
optimum light to these
•
Or in situations where there can be no provisions of natural light then lux levels between 500 – 750
should be maintained in cabins and 300 – 500 in areas such as transition and informal spaces
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The zoning should be done with using transitions and informal areas as a tool which makes the
Coworkers more entitled to interactions without even realizing the effort to do it.
•
Source: Author.
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6.0 APPENDIX
QUESTIONNAIRE QUESTIONS
name:
age:
freelancer or startup:
male, female, or third gender
preferred time for working:
type of work:
Q1.) rate preferences for choosing a coworking space (1 being the highest followed by 2,3,4 being
lowest)
amenities
space management
Interiors
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types of spaces - (natural environment, artificial environment
Q2.) rate preferences for choosing a coworking space (1 being the highest followed by 2,3,4 being
lowest)
TYPE OF AMENITIES
Wi-Fi
automatic lights
temperature controlled
automatic visuals
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Q3.) rate preferences for choosing a coworking space (1 being the highest followed by 2,3,4 being
lowest
INTERIOR TYPE:
plains and minimalistic (simple walls and furniture)
contrasting interiors (simple furniture with eye-catching walls and floorings or (vice versa)
natural approach with plants inside and outside
peppy and eye-catching interiors
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Q4.) rate preferences for choosing a coworking space where you spend most time (1 being the highest
followed by 2,3,4 being lowest)
intimate spaces
social spaces
private cabin spaces
quirky spaces (informal spaces)
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Q5.) rate preferences for choosing a coworking space (1 being the highest followed by 2,3,4 being
lowest)
bean bag
modern furniture
comfortable designed office chairs
informal seating spaces
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Q6.) rate preferences for choosing a coworking space (1 being the highest followed by 2,3,4 being
lowest)
type of office spaces
views from inside
seating alongside plants
views to other spaces
fully private spaces
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Q7.) rate preferences for choosing a coworking space (1 being the highest followed by 2,3,4 being
lowest)
Types of interactions needed for socializing and its preference
private zones
semi private zones
hives
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Q8.) rate preferences for choosing a coworking space (1 being the highest followed by 2,3,4 being
lowest)
Types of place needed for maximum time in spaces
cabins
conference halls
shares tables
informal spaces
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Q9.) rate preferences for choosing a coworking space (1 being the highest followed by 2,3,4 being
lowest)
Activity Preference of a place with respect to natural light
No natural light
Low natural light
Medium to optimum natural light
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Source: Author.
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