The Style of Coworking: Contemporary Shared Work Spaces - Softcover

Alice Davies; Kathryn Tollervey

 
9783791348575: The Style of Coworking: Contemporary Shared Work Spaces
Softcover
ISBN 10: 3791348574 ISBN 13: 9783791348575
Publisher: Prestel, 2013

Synopsis

Coworking is redefining the way we work. Around the world, people are collaborating to create a new kind of economy that supports community and innovation while preserving valuable resources. This illustrated survey of spaces dedicated to coworking features 30 of the most impressive office spaces around the world. The Google Campus in London, The HUB's global network of spaces and more off-the-radar examples such as Makeshift Society in San Francisco are just a few of the sites profiled. Each space is illustrated via a range of wide-angle and close-up shots, offering readers page after page of inspiring ideas - from a repurposed shipping container to a beautiful cushion made from a vintage silk scarf. Whether you're daydreaming from a fourteenth-floor cubicle or looking for ideas on how to launch your own start-up, this unique book will stir your imagination as it offers endless possibilities for coworking.

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About the Author

KATHRYN TOLLERVEY's expertise includes book production and fine art print production for leading photographers and artists, including Magnum Photos and Jeff Koons. At the architectural firm Foster+Partners she was previously picture researcher for numerous books, including the Norman Foster Works series. She also managed their extensive photographic archive. ALICE DAVIES has a diverse range of expertise within the creative industries, her experience includes: start-up business consultancy, interior design, arts education, art therapy, picture research and photo-shoot production for numerous publishing houses including Emap, Hearst Magazines and IPC Media

From the Back Cover

Coworking is redefining the way we work. Around the world, people are collaborating to create a new kind of economy that supports community and innovation while preserving valuable resources. This illustrated survey of spaces dedicated to coworking features 30 of the most impressive office spaces around the world. The Google Campus in London, The HUB's global network of spaces and more off-the-radar examples such as Makeshift Society in San Francisco are just a few of the sites profiled. Each space is illustrated via a range of wide-angle and close-up shots, offering readers page after page of inspiring ideas - from a repurposed shipping container to a beautiful cushion made from a vintage silk scarf. Whether you're daydreaming from a fourteenth-floor cubicle or looking for ideas on how to launch your own start-up, this unique book will stir your imagination as it offers endless possibilities for coworking.

From the Inside Flap

This exploration of the innovative interior design of coworking spaces offers a unique look at a workplace revolution that's sweeping the globe. This illustrated survey of spaces dedicated to coworking features 30 of the most impressive office spaces around the world. Google Campus in London, The HUB's global network of sites, and more off-the-radar examples such as Makeshift Society in San Francisco are just a few of the spaces profiled. Each is illustrated via a range of wide-angle and close-up photographs, offering readers page after page of inspiring ideas--from a repurposed shipping container to a beautiful cushion made from a vintage silk scarf.

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Publisher
Prestel
Publication date
2013
Language
English
ISBN 10 
3791348574
ISBN 13 
9783791348575
Binding
Paperback
Edition number
1
Number of pages
160