Free tryout day Monday as new co-working space West Seattle Office Junction officially opens

Back in November, we reported on West Seattle Office Junction – local entrepreneurs Christine Bartels and Stefan Hansmire (above) working to find a space on the peninsula to set up a co-working enterprise, someplace that at-home/telecommuting, or otherwise office-less, workers could use, not just as a working space, but as a place to collaborate with and enjoy the workday company of others.

The Junction space they were close to leasing at the time didn’t work out – but after an extensive search, they have locked down a brand-new multi-level unit just south of the Junction, and tomorrow (Monday, April 1st) is opening day. It’s a space with a view:

We photographed Stefan, Christine, and the view from West Seattle Office Junction’s rooftop deck during an open house they had last Thursday night for those who have been participating in co-working meetups and other events while the quest for a permanent location has been under way.

For opening day tomorrow, you are invited to drop in – for a few minutes, or even a few hours – free, to give the space a try. It’s a free day for everyone. West Seattle Office Junction is at 5230 California SW, unit B (map). See many more photos in their gallery here – the WSOJ website also includes information on amenities, membership levels, and rates here, chronicles of meetups and other events along the path to WSOJ becoming reality, and more.

7 Replies to "Free tryout day Monday as new co-working space West Seattle Office Junction officially opens"

  • CEA April 1, 2013 (8:37 am)

    What an incredibly cool idea! It makes me wish I didn’t already have a downtown office…this is perfect for entrepreneurs and start-ups. I’ll help spread the word and keep it in mind for myself if I ever decide to quit my day job and pursue my dreams ! :-))))

  • Michelle R-R April 1, 2013 (9:21 am)

    So excited for this new space! If you work from home you should definitely check it out – no dirty dishes competing for your attention, no neighbor’s barking dog to bother you, lots of free coffee/tea and very nice people in a beautiful building. There’s even a roof deck!

    Congratulations and a big thank you to Stefan and Christine for bringing coworking to West Seattle!

  • Marco April 1, 2013 (9:55 am)

    Working from there right now :)

  • MercyMoi April 1, 2013 (9:57 am)

    I think I’ll stop by tomorrow to check it out. Just in surfing their website a few weeks ago I was hipped to the very cool To-Do management tool http://wunderlist.com. Total benefit to have stumbled upon that. Really wishing you all the best, and who knows I may be joining you from time to time!

  • brian April 1, 2013 (9:58 am)

    This is excellent news and very encouraging for the development of California between Morgan Junction and Alaska Junction.

    Here’s hoping more local business fill in the street level retail spaces!

  • Des April 1, 2013 (10:42 am)

    Very cool! I am so happy for you all. What a great idea. Cheers. Happy first day.

  • Kyle April 1, 2013 (10:57 am)

    looks like a great idea! i’ll have to give it a try!

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