Coworking: what it is and how to choose - TOP coworking spaces in Ukraine

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Coworking: what it is and how to choose - TOP coworking spaces in Ukraine

Since mid-autumn 2022, the demand for using co-working spaces has grown significantly in Ukraine. This need arose due to partial power outages caused by the shelling of energy facilities in the country.

Coworking spaces are places where remote workers can come together to work, collaborate, and socialize. And while they’re becoming more popular in countries like the United States and Canada, they’re still relatively new in Ukraine. In this blog post, we’ll take a look at some of the best coworking spaces in Ukraine. We'll also explore the benefits of co-working and discuss how co-working spaces can get you through the "blackout" times.

What is coworking?

Coworking is a type of work arrangement in which employees from different companies share an office space, typically working independently but sometimes collaborating on projects. The concept has been around for a while, but it has only recently gained popularity in Ukraine.

Besides “blackouts”, there are several reasons why coworking spaces have become more popular in Ukraine. First, the country's economy has been growing rapidly in recent years, and more people are starting their businesses. Second, rents for office space are relatively high in Ukraine, so coworking spaces offer a more affordable option for small businesses and startups. Finally, coworking spaces provide an opportunity for entrepreneurs and freelancers to network and collaborate with others in their fields.

Coworking spaces vary widely in terms of size, amenities, and price. Some spaces are large open areas with plenty of natural light and room to move around, while others are smaller and more intimate. Some coworking spaces offer additional services such as on-site childcare or showers, while others simply provide a desk and chair in a shared space. Prices also vary depending on the location and amenities of the space.

If you're thinking about renting a coworking space in Ukraine, there are a few things to keep in mind. First, make sure you understand the legalities of setting up your business in Ukraine. Second, research the various coworking spaces available to find one that best suits your needs. And finally, be prepared to network!

The benefits of coworking spaces

There are many benefits to coworking, including the ability to network with other professionals, the chance to try out new ideas in a collaborative environment, and the opportunity to save money on office space. Also, the possibility of having a generator, several Internet providers, and Starlink cannot be excluded from the advantages of co-working spaces, which can play an important role in the realities of Ukraine.

Coworking can help you stay focused and motivated, as you'll be surrounded by other like-minded individuals working on their projects. And if you ever need a break from the grind, there are usually plenty of socializing and communal activities to take part in at most coworking spaces.

How to choose the right coworking space?

There are a few things to consider when choosing the right coworking space. The first is the location. You want to choose a space that is convenient for you and your team. The second is the size of the space. You want to make sure it is large enough for your needs and has enough room for your team to grow. The third is the amenities. You want to make sure the space has everything you need to be productive, including a kitchen, meeting rooms, and plenty of natural light. The fourth is the price. You want to find a space that fits your budget and provides value for your money.

When considering these factors, it's important to keep in mind what your specific needs are. If you need a lot of space for yourself or your team, then you'll want to focus on finding a larger coworking space. If you don't need as much space, then you can look for a smaller space or even a shared office arrangement. Once you know what size space you need, you can start looking at locations. It's important to choose a location that is convenient for you and your team so that you can maximize productivity.

Once you've considered all of these factors, it's time to start looking at different coworking spaces in Ukraine. There are many great options available, so take some time to explore your options and find the perfect space for your needs!

How much do coworking services cost?

The daily price can vary from $4 to $25. The price for a monthly subscription can range from $60 to $300. The price of offices in most cases exceeds $80.

Guarantees of stable electricity

All modern devices need to be recharged, and for this, the electricity must be switched on in the building. But what can help when it disappears?

A generator in a co-working space can be a backup source of electricity. After the light is turned off, you need to wait a few minutes until the generator is turned on and you can continue working calmly.

Another option for solving this problem can be the presence of 2 power lines in the co-working space. Under such conditions, when one power line is turned off, it is necessary to wait until the co-working space switches to another, which also does not take much time.

Guarantees of stable Internet connection

Unfortunately, it sometimes happens that even if there is electricity in the building, there is no Internet connection. This happens when the provider has problems on their end. How can this problem be solved?

The presence of 2 or more Internet providers in the co-working space. This option enables co-working to switch from one provider to another.

The presence of Starlink in the co-working space. Installations from the company SpaceX can solve problems with the Internet connection. The speed depends on the selected package. Starlink Basic offers Internet access at a speed of 50-250 Mbit/s, and Starlink Premium – 150-500 Mbit/s.

Coworking spaces in Kyiv

In Kyiv, there are many coworking spaces to choose from. Some of the most popular coworking spaces in Kyiv include WORKIT SPACE, Creative State of Gulliver, True Office, Peremoga, Kooperativ, HUB 4.0, Anthill Space, BeeWorking, TCEH, Platforma, UNIT.Coworking.

Most of these co-working spaces have 2 internet providers and already have a generator (or are in the process of purchasing one). WORKIT SPACE has Starlink.

Coworking spaces in Lviv

Lviv can also boast of a large number of co-working spaces, among them: Coworking Futura, W-WorkSpace Coworking, Territory Co-working, My Global Workspace, Coworking iHUB, Coworking Think, Coworking BRAVE.

Most of these coworking spaces have 2 or more Internet providers and already have a generator. Coworking BRAVE is waiting for Starlink to be installed.

Coworking spaces in Chernivtsi

In Chernivtsi, it is worth paying attention to co-working spaces: BossHub Business Community and My Global Workspace.

My Global Workspace already has Starlink and is in the process of acquiring a generator.

Coworking spaces in Poltava

In Poltava, you can check out Work.Consult and МІСТОХАБ co-working spaces. МІСТОХАБ have a generator.

Coworking spaces in Vinnytsia

Vinnytsia has many different co-working spaces, such as Smart IT City, CHERDAK, Artinov Group, iHUB, and Miro Space.

Most of them have 2 Internet providers and are in the process of acquiring generators. CHERDAK has Starlink.

Coworking spaces in Ivano-Frankivsk

There are several coworking spaces in Ivano-Frankivsk, here are some examples: My Global Workspace, and Promprylad Coworking.

My Global Workspace already has Starlink and is in the process of acquiring a generator. Promprylad has 2 Internet providers.

Coworking spaces in Ternopil', Zaporizhzhia, Odesa, Sumy, Zhytomyr, Cherkasy

In these cities, we would like to highlight the following coworking spaces: IT House Coworking (Ternopil') has Starlink and generator, IFG Coworking (Zaporizhzhia) has 3 Internet providers, COOFFICE Coworking (Odesa) has Starlink and 2 Internet providers, Infinity Space (Sumy) has Starlink and generator, Digital Cherkasy (Cherkasy) has 2 power lines.

You can search for missing cities in the extended table.

Conclusion

Overall, coworking spaces in Ukraine are a great option for entrepreneurs, small business owners, and freelancers. They offer a variety of benefits, including flexibility, affordability, and community. If you're looking for a place to get work done and meet other like-minded people, then a coworking space in Ukraine is worth considering.

Address	Phone number	Price/Day	Price/Month	Price for office	Generator	Internet	Website
Kyiv vul. Marka Bezruchka, 24	067 860 47 79	10$	230$			Starlink	workit.space
Kyiv Sportivna ploscha, 1a (29 poverh Gulliver - vezha A)	044 334 40 80		$300		available	2 providers	Creative State
Kyiv vul. Nimetska, 1/32 near metro Palats Ukrayina	067 215 11 33		200$	$150/per	In process	2 providers	True Office
Kyiv vul. Yaroslaviv Val, 15 near metro "Zoloti vorota"	068 214 81 48		250$	$335	available	2 providers	Peremoga
Kyiv vul. Sichovyh Strilciv, 23 A	063 290 02 15		$250	$300/6 per	In process	2 providers, waiting for Starlink	Kooperativ
Kyiv vul. Nyzhnoklyuchova, 14	050 729 72 04		$125 not fixed. workplace			2 providers	HUB 4.0 CAMPUS
Kyiv vul. Mykoly Vasylenka, 7	095 890 27 98	9$	110$		unavailable	waiting for Starlink	Anthill Space
Kyiv vul. Borisoglibska, 15 B vul. Mihayla Lomonosova, 73 Z	044 337 79 15		$150 openSpace $200 office				BeeWorking
Kyiv vul. M. Pimonenka 13, korp. 6A/21; vul. Kirilivska, 15; Yaroslavskiy provulok, 1/3; vul. Yaroslaviv Val, 18	067 911 50 44		Not on website		available	2 providers	TCEH
Kyiv m.Teatralna. B. Hmelnitskogo, 17/52 m. Lisova BIlomorska 1 A	067 374 09 36		$200 Teatralna (M) $150 Lisova (M)			2 providers	Coworkingplatforma
Kyiv vul. Dorogozhitska, 3	063 730 23 04		Not on website				Unit.city
Chernivtsi prospekt Nezalezhnosti, 119	097472 83 83 050 684 66 30 099 524 09 90	9$	100$				Bosshub
Chernivtsi vul. Geroyiv Maydanu, 150	098 111 84 35		Not on website		In process	Starlink	Myglobal Workspace
Ternopil prospekt Stepana Banderi, 42/2	093 543 2635	30$	$30 (unclear)		available	Starlink	It-house
Lviv vul. Kulparkivska, 200a	0 800 309 339				available	3 providers	Coworking Futura
Lviv prospekt Chornovola, 103	067 796 70 70	$8	$120	$600/4 per	available	Starlink	W-WorkSpace
Lviv vul. Knyagini Olgi, 114	096 615 81 18	$8	75$		available		Territory Coworking
Lviv vul. Kulparkivska, 59	098 111 84 35		Not on website		available		Myglobal Workspace
Lviv vul. Zamknena, 9	050 430 0262		75$	$80/1 per	In process	2 providers	Коворкінг iHUB
Lviv vul. Galitska 21, pov. 3, kv. 4	093 195 09 74		180$		available	2 providers	Coworking-think
Lviv Ploscha Petrushevicha 3	0 800 330 40 6		130$		In process	waiting for Starlink	Coworking
Lutsk vul. Naberezhna 42	096 559 97 97		SOLD OUT		In process	1 provider	Passageinterdit
Poltava vul. Spaska, 10	063 290 04 22		Not on website		available		Mistohub
Poltava vul. Sobornosti 46-V, 1-y poverh	066 680 50 79	4$		$100/4 per	unavailable	1 provider	Workconult
Zaporizhzhia Tsentralniy bulvar 4A	066 581 18 05		Not on website		unavailable	3 providers	Ifg-ua
Vinnytsia vul. 600-richchya 1	068 510 65 15		Not on website				Smart-it-city.com
Vinnytsia vul. Soborna, 24 «Sky Park», 8 poverh	097 902 88 88	4$	85$		In process	Starlink	Cherdak
Vinnytsia vul. Mikoli Ovodova 22	093 226 22 32	3$	75$				Artinov
Vinnytsia vul. Pushkina, 11, 2 poverh	050 426 16 16		70$		unavailable	2 providers	Ihub.world
Vinnytsia vul. Keletska, 57	093 503 01 01		Not on website		In process	2 providers	Mirospace
Odesa vul. Bazarna, 18	050 270 70 44	$15	210$		available	2 providers	Cooffice
Sumy Kuznechniy proyizd, 1	099 257 43 76	4$	60$		available	Starlink	Infinityspace
Ivano-Frankivsk vul. Grushevskogo, 22A	098 111 84 35		Not on website		In process	Starlink	Myglobal Workspace
Ivano-Frankivsk Akademika Saharova, 23	068 230 23 02	11$	125$		available	2 providers	Промприлад
Dnipro BTs Kudashevskiy, 3 poverh vul. Barikadna 16	096 838 47 92	$25	190$	$290/2 per	unavailable	2 providers	Creative State
Dnipro vul. Harkivska 8A		8$	125$				COWORKING 365
Kropyvnytskyi prov. Vasilivskiy, 10, 5 poverh	095 000 70 75	7$	$125		unavailable		KOWO
Zhytomyr vul. Mala Berdychivska 17 B	073 777 52 42	4$	70$	$130/office			Spacehub.in.ua
Rivne vul. Chornovola 17а	0800 210 484		Not on website		available		No website
Cherkasy bulvar Shevchenka 277	097 067 82 14 063 633 54 82		Not on website		backup	No problems so far	Digitalcherkasy