How to open a coliving space is one of the most common questions we hear from founders, developers, and asset owners exploring new ways of living. In a world shaped by remote work, longer stays, and global mobility, coliving has moved from a niche concept to a real business opportunity. But opening a coliving space […]
From day one to month six, onboarding and rituals are what quietly shape whether colivers simply stay… or actually feel happy and at home. Coliving isn’t just about shared spaces, it’s about shared experiences. While beautiful design and good locations may draw people in, what truly determines whether residents stay, thrive, and feel at home […]
Designing Work and Living Experiences That Put People First January 2026 marks a new chapter for Happy Working Lab. Not because we are changing direction, but because we are making it clearer. After more than a decade working in coworking and coliving — as consultants, operators, and community builders — we are entering this new […]
Hello, I’m Sara Vergari, Community Strategist. I help create strong, engaged communities. For me, the power of community has never been just two words. It’s that invisible thread that connects us to something bigger, makes us feel at home even in new places, and reminds us that we don’t have to walk this path alone. […]
In the world of coworking and coliving, content isn’t just marketing — it’s storytelling, connection, and community building. How to create valuable content for coworking and coliving businesses starts with understanding that, whether you’re running a rural space or a city hub, your content shapes how potential members experience your brand before they even arrive. […]
Coliving Models: Find the Ideal Format for Your Project Coliving has revolutionized the real estate market and the way we live and work. With the growing demand for flexible, community-oriented spaces adapted to new lifestyles, it is essential to understand the different coliving models and how they can fit various user and investor profiles. Each […]
Struggling to Make Coworking and Coliving Profitable While Building a Strong Community? The rise of remote work and digital nomadism has led to the emergence of spaces that blend work and living seamlessly. A well-designed Coworking and Coliving Business Model creates a powerful ecosystem where residents can thrive both professionally and socially. By combining workspaces with shared […]
Remote work has been largely normalised in the digital age, prompting the need for coliving spaces that allow individuals to do tasks from anywhere. The popularity of these spaces can also be partly attributed to the rising cost of living. In the United Kingdom alone, rent prices increased by 4.2% in 2022. With the increased […]
Technology for coliving businesses At HWL we started developing coliving projects five years ago. Since then, technology has evolved a lot. Initially, no tool centralised the management of the business, or PMS (Property Management Systems) or management software for coworking spaces. Nowadays, we have a wide range of options and alternatives. In a nutshell, coliving […]
An inevitable merger: Coliving + coworking The normalisation of remote working impacts people’s lifestyles by changing how we live and work. This change means that spaces must adapt to offer a solution to the need to work from anywhere in the world. The traditional office has become less important in favour of coworking which allows […]