--- title: Gather Blog | Shared Space description: Shared Space | Discover insightful articles on coworking, flexible workspaces, private offices, and more at Gather's blog. Stay updated on the latest trends and tips for optimizing your work environment. --- [![Gather](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/hubfs/Gather_May2019%20Theme/Images/logo.png)](https://workatgather.com/) - Locations - Richmond - [Arts District](https://workatgather.com/location/arts-district/) - [Midlothian](https://workatgather.com/location/midlothian/) - [Scott’s Addition](https://workatgather.com/location/scotts-addition/) - [Short Pump](https://workatgather.com/location/short-pump/) - Hampton Roads - [Newport News](https://workatgather.com/location/newport-news/) - [Norfolk](https://workatgather.com/location/norfolk/) - [Virginia Beach](https://workatgather.com/location/virginia-beach/) - [Mission](https://workatgather.com/mission/) - [Pricing](https://workatgather.com/pricing/) - [Blog](https://pages.workatgather.com/blog) - [Login](https://work-at-gather.officernd.com/) - [TAKE A TOUR](https://workatgather.com/tour) ## Gather Blog ## [Member Spotlight: Meet Brian Barry](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/blog/cafes-are-for-lattes-not-coworking-0) Posted by [Gather](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/blog/author/gather) on Jul 18, 2022 6:22:20 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Coworking member Brian Berry featured in a Q&A sit down with Gather.](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/hubfs/Brian%20Barry%20Headshot%20(1).png)](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/blog/cafes-are-for-lattes-not-coworking-0) At Gather we value personal connections and work to know at least one thing about each community member. Now it’s your chance to learn more about one member in particular: Brian Barry, President of F. Curtis Barry & Company.   [Read More](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/blog/cafes-are-for-lattes-not-coworking-0) 5 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/blog/cafes-are-for-lattes-not-coworking-0#comments-listing) Topics: [Gather](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/blog/tag/gather), [Coworking](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/blog/tag/coworking), [Office Space](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/blog/tag/office-space), [Shared Space](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/blog/tag/shared-space), [Flexible Workspace](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/blog/tag/flexible-workspace) ## [Cafes are for lattes, not coworking.](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/blog/cafes-are-for-lattes-not-coworking) Posted by [Gather](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/blog/author/gather) on Jun 6, 2022 4:22:20 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Gather Richmond Co-workers Walking Down Glass Hallway of Offices](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/hubfs/Newport_News/gather-newport-news-64-of-105_49417186522_o.jpg)](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/blog/cafes-are-for-lattes-not-coworking) A coffee shop is a great place to meet up with friends or relax with a good book, but is it really the ideal place to work? Coffee shops have been around for a long time and have a well established culture as cool places for freelancers, remote workers, and students to work and hang out. After all, you don’t have to pay for your seat, the wi-fi is free, and typically there is no limit to how long you can stay.   [Read More](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/blog/cafes-are-for-lattes-not-coworking) 2 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/blog/cafes-are-for-lattes-not-coworking#comments-listing) Topics: [Gather](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/blog/tag/gather), [Coworking](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/blog/tag/coworking), [Office Space](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/blog/tag/office-space), [Workspace](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/blog/tag/workspace), [Shared Space](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/blog/tag/shared-space) ## [Gather's Shared Office Space Boosts Happiness and Overall Engagement](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/blog/how-shared-space-enhances-engagement-0) Posted by [Gather](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/blog/author/gather) on May 13, 2022 3:45:47 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/hubfs/Scotts_Addition/170301_GatherRVA_766.jpg)](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/blog/how-shared-space-enhances-engagement-0)   According to a GCUC survey, 84% of coworkers say working in a coworking space makes them more engaged and motivated. And we couldn’t agree more! Here at Gather we see the evidence everyday. In fact, we value personal connections and work to know at least one thing about each community member. We are always looking for opportunities to engage, break the ice and build relationships with one another. And we never stop learning and improving. This is what motivates us and our members! [Read More](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/blog/how-shared-space-enhances-engagement-0) 4 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/blog/how-shared-space-enhances-engagement-0#comments-listing) Topics: [Coworking](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/blog/tag/coworking), [Community](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/blog/tag/community), [Workspace](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/blog/tag/workspace), [Shared Space](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/blog/tag/shared-space) ## [How Gather's Shared Office Space Enhances Employee Engagement](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/blog/how-shared-space-enhances-engagement) Posted by [Gather](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/blog/author/gather) on Mar 29, 2022 10:24:50 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/hubfs/Arts_District/190911_Gather_Richmond_0180.jpg)](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/blog/how-shared-space-enhances-engagement) “According to Alex Pentland, Ph.D., author of Honest Signals: How They Shape Our World, allowing and encouraging workers to socialize with one another boosts both engagement and productivity” (Happy Brain Science, 2022).  While it is true that employees can potentially socialize in traditional offices, as pointed out in the Harvard Business Review, employees often feel as though they are *expected to socialize* with their coworkers when everyone in the office works for the same company. You’re probably aware of this feeling, right?    The “obligatory nature” of the experience might make it feel forced. However, at a coworking space, people don’t socialize because their HR manager has told them it’s important for all coworkers to feel like “members of a family.” Simply put, people want to socialize when they want to.   Here at Gather, we pride ourselves in providing the perfect workspace environment that bolsters productivity and manifests greatness for our members. We get how important it is to find the right amount of space for your team, while having access to awesome amenities and resources to maximize your team’s efforts that make them look forward to coming to work every day. This is why shared office space at Gather is so successful. [Read More](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/blog/how-shared-space-enhances-engagement) 3 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/blog/how-shared-space-enhances-engagement#comments-listing) Topics: [Coworking](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/blog/tag/coworking), [Community](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/blog/tag/community), [Workspace](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/blog/tag/workspace), [Shared Space](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/blog/tag/shared-space) [All posts](https://go.gatherworkspaces.com/blog/all) ## We believe. Coworking is more than coffee and connected space. It's the people. It's the possibilities. It's about your productivity, your goals, your future.   ## It's time to belong here. Think here. Create here. Flourish here. Surround yourself with opportunity. 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