Just a few years ago, co-working spaces were only conceivable in major urban centres. However, as the world of work becomes more flexible, the demand for mobile workspaces is growing. Freelancers, flexible teams, small start-ups and digital nomads are increasingly taking advantage of what’s on offer and sharing office space with others. The advantage lies in the shared use of existing infrastructure, from the coffee machine to the meeting room.
More and more young people and families are discovering the more rural areas between Berlin and the River Oder. In 2018, academics at the European University Viadrina launched a research project on the topic of work and rural areas, which led to the creation of the first co-working project in the Alte Schule Letschin, founded by a female entrepreneur.
Interest in flexible working options has also grown in other parts of Eastern Brandenburg, and the COVID-19 pandemic has given existing projects a major boost. With a variety of concepts, all providers naturally offer fast and reliable internet and flexible rental models. From old country manor houses to revitalised factory sites, the number of providers is growing, and with it the opportunities to implement modern ways of working in Brandenburg’s rural areas.