Digital 52 3️⃣8️⃣ - Interior Designers and Architects-focused coworking space, started by a workplace consultancy company that supports local creatives through a physical space: the story of Paperwork by Paperspace.
Embark on a journey to the vibrant capital of Thailand, Bangkok, where an exceptional workplace design consultancy has embraced the coworking model to make a lasting positive impact. Introducing Paperwork by Paperspace, a dynamic hub of creativity and collaboration.
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You can read the story of Paperwork by Paperspace on page 307 of “Around The World in 250 Coworking Spaces”
The coworking model offers remarkable flexibility. In the last 37th editions of Digital 52, you have witnessed how coworking seamlessly caters to fashion professionals, chefs, makers, and digital nomads. However, the possibilities extend far beyond that. In the vibrant city of Bangkok, a workplace consultancy company recognized the potential of the coworking model as a means to support emerging interior designers and architects.
Their vision encompassed two vital objectives: (1) providing these talented individuals with an affordable workspace and a community of like-minded professionals to kickstart their business ventures, and (2) leveraging the diverse pool of members and talents within the coworking space to form highly skilled teams for prestigious projects, including the redesign of offices for renowned companies like Facebook, Google, and others in Southeast Asia.
How did this inspiring journey come into existence, and where do things stand today in the aftermath of the pandemic? Continue reading to uncover the remarkable story of Paperwork by Paperspace
➡️ A little refresher
Who’s behind the featured space?
Meet Sombat Ngamchalermsak, one of the co-founders of Paperwork by Paperspace.
After crossing paths with Songkit Khothavornwong and Chanidapa Marpraneet, the other 2 co-founders, back in early 2000 through work, the trio has kept on collaborating together.
However, it was when they established their workplace consultancy, Paperspace, that they began working together more closely. This venture eventually led to the launch of their coworking brand, Paperwork.
As Sombat elaborates, “Initially, we focused on our design practice, but as we recognized the valuable resources and materials at our disposal, we saw the opportunity to share and benefit others through a collaborative coworking concept.”
➡️ Key Figures
- Opening year: 2016
- Size when they started: 3 spaces in 3 cities and 3 countries
- Size today: 3 spaces in 3 cities and 3 countries
➡️ A little tour around Paperwork by Paperspace
➡️ Behind-the-scenes
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