TITLE:
Redefining the Workplace: A Quantitative Examination of Coworking Spaces in Québec
AUTHORS:
Diane-Gabrielle Tremblay
KEYWORDS:
Coworking, Open Space, Open Plan Office, Innovation, Well-Being
JOURNAL NAME:
Journal of Human Resource and Sustainability Studies,
Vol.13 No.3,
September
25,
2025
ABSTRACT: Our research focuses on the role of coworking spaces as “third spaces” for work. It examinines the characteristics of coworkers, the social and physical dimensions of coworking environments, and the forms of work and collaboration within these spaces on the basis of an online survey of managers and coworkers. This study contributes both theoretically and practically to the understanding of coworking spaces as multifaceted environments where work, collaboration, and socialization intersect. It underscores the importance of intentional facilitation, inclusive design, and contextual sensitivity in maximizing the potential of coworking spaces to support creativity, innovation, and well-being. As coworking becomes increasingly embedded in hybrid and decentralized work arrangements, these insights offer valuable guidance for managers, urban planners, and policymakers aiming to harness coworking spaces for sustainable economic and social development.