There are many challenges to be faced when it comes to launching your startup. Your business premises is near the top of the list. Finding somewhere to run your business can be difficult, especially if you’ve got a team working with you too. You could try operating out of your basement or in an office building, but where would the fun be in that?
Take a look at some quirky ideas for your startup’s premises and get your business off the ground.
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A coworking space
Ideal for smaller startups, a coworking space can be a fun way to enjoy a modern, youthful office environment a la Facebook or Google. Some of the advantages of coworking include creating networks, enjoying the company of other like-minded individuals as well as enjoy an equipped, modern office space for a fraction of what it costs to own or lease your own. Coworking spaces are becoming more and more popular, and could be the perfect place to launch your startup.
A steel building
Steel buildings are a great way to build your own business premises affordably. If you’ve got the land or a space you can rent, a steel building could be a cost-effective solution, especially if there’s a manufacturing arm to your business. Investing in metal building kits can be both a short-term and long-term solution for your startup, giving you a durable and high-quality space to run your business. No matter the size of your startup, you can find a steel building to match.
A shipping container
Once just an option for carrying cargo, there are now many uses for shipping containers that could be perfect for a startup. Some innovative uses for shipping containers include restaurants, cafes, and even homes. For a startup business, a shipping container could be an excellent place to grow your business that will certainly draw attention! With low running costs, a sturdy and secure location, you could do far worse than to run your business from a shipping container.
Someone else’s home
While you might not want to work from your own home due to space and productivity issues, there could be something appealing about working in someone else’s. Vrumi is an Airbnb-style company that connects businesses with some amazing spaces, providing both short stays and long-term options for your business. If you want to move around or you just want something temporarily, you could enjoy some fantastic business locations that will get the creative juices flowing.
Finding the right location for your business is vital. It needs to be within your budget, as well as have everything you need to run your business successfully. Instead of opting for a traditional business space, start your company in a way that commands attention and gets people talking. With so many things to consider to get your business off the ground, at least your business premises will be covered. Where would your ideal business location be? Could a quirky office soon be on the cards for you?