The Roco is an Innovative and Collaborative Space for Both Work and Play
Social Business Editor — September 11, 2014 — Social Good
References: theroco.org & twitter
As traditional corporate offices are dwindling, the rise of cool, innovative and community-oriented working spaces like the Roco, based in Sheffield, are offering something that will stand the test of time.
"We see an exciting future where creative people use their skills and imaginations to design products and services that provide a positive and sustainable social impact," the team explains on how it's utilizing and repurposesing Grade II listed houses. "We want to make it easy for people to make positive choices about the kind of products and services they buy and we believe creativity is at the heart of offering engaging and exciting ways to do that." Put it simply, as they say, it's a work-and-play space that has everything you might need to sustain your big idea including a deli, a gallery, a cafe-slash-bar, studio, office and more.
The Roco is currently looking for investors in their unique community share issue.
Contact Information
The Roco website
The Robo on Twitter
"We see an exciting future where creative people use their skills and imaginations to design products and services that provide a positive and sustainable social impact," the team explains on how it's utilizing and repurposesing Grade II listed houses. "We want to make it easy for people to make positive choices about the kind of products and services they buy and we believe creativity is at the heart of offering engaging and exciting ways to do that." Put it simply, as they say, it's a work-and-play space that has everything you might need to sustain your big idea including a deli, a gallery, a cafe-slash-bar, studio, office and more.
The Roco is currently looking for investors in their unique community share issue.
Contact Information
The Roco website
The Robo on Twitter
Trend Themes
1. Community-oriented Working Spaces - The rise of community-oriented working spaces like the Roco offers opportunities for disruptive innovation in creating collaborative, creative environments for professionals.
2. Repurposing Historic Buildings - The trend of repurposing Grade II listed houses, as seen in the Roco, presents opportunities for innovative and sustainable design solutions for workspaces.
3. Work-and-play Spaces - The emergence of work-and-play spaces, like the Roco, provides an opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating multifunctional environments that inspire productivity and creativity.
Industry Implications
1. Co-working Spaces - The co-working industry can leverage the trend of community-oriented working spaces to create collaborative and inspiring environments for professionals.
2. Architecture and Design - Architects and designers can explore the trend of repurposing historic buildings to create innovative and sustainable workspaces that preserve the heritage while meeting modern needs.
3. Hospitality and Entertainment - The hospitality and entertainment industries can tap into the trend of work-and-play spaces to create unique venues that cater to professionals seeking a balance between work and leisure.
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