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3 local coworking spots on our radarFrom Odd's Cafe to Afterglow, we heard from many of you last week about your go-to "third places" to get heads down. It got us thinking about Asheville's coworking scene — we’re lucky to have a solid selection of spaces, with new options continuing to open.
Today, we’re highlighting three local coworking spots worth checking out this summer.
Switchyards | 217 Coxe Ave. | Located in the South Slope and open 24/7, offering up “dangerously fast” Internet, free coffee and tea, phone booths and meeting rooms, and access to locations in 16 cities.
Blank Space | 701 Haywood Rd. | Newly-opened West Asheville event space that welcomes coworking, featuring shared meeting and work areas, a boardroom, quiet study, and coffee bar.
Hatch Coworking | 45 S French Broad Ave., Ste. 170 | Tried-and-true downtown hub boasting free local coffee and downtown parking, 24/7 access, and other amenities, as well as continued support for community organizations. |
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Asked
By the end of Q1 in 2026, how many active coworking spaces were there nationwide?
A. ~6,000
B. ~9,000
C. ~12,000
D. ~15,000 |
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News Notes
CauseKnow of a local business affected by Hurricane Helene? Applications open next week for Asheville Recovers Together Small Business Grants. Businesses may be eligible for anywhere from $5,000 to $75,000 to help recoup operating costs.DevelopmentGlobal manufacturing company BorgWarner recently announced a $100 million expansion in Henderson County, adding 140,000 sqft onto its existing facility and creating 378 jobs. The state is supporting the development with a $3.6 million Job Development Investment Grant in hopes of seeing a $1 billion return for NC’s economy. (Blue Ridge Public Radio)AnnouncedFunding and entrepreneurship accelerator program Optimist Ventures will be granting $855,000 to 30 local companies as part of the City of Asheville's CDBG-DR Small Business Grant Program. Applications open on Monday, June 15.CommunityArtsAVL’s newly released Asheville-Buncombe Arts Recovery Framework report identifies gaps in areas like arts districts, creative workspaces, entertainment facilities, and business support for artists, working toward a more unified strategy. Public feedback can be shared through this survey, open through Monday, June 15. BizDowntown fair-trade shop Ten Thousand Villages is turning to the community after facing one of the most difficult seasons in its 33-year history. Lingering economic challenges following Helene, paired with an unexpected spring slowdown, have put added financial pressure on the nonprofit retailer. Here's how locals can support them.Try ThisYour event deserves more than a social post. Reach thousands of local readers directly in their inbox — every week, every open. Advertise your event in BizBrief.
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Retail, for sale32 Broadway St. | Undefined sqft | $975,000 | Retail/office condo with excellent visibility on one of downtown’s busiest retail streets, with generous lower-level storage and dedicated parking.Office, for sale364 Weaverville Rd. | 2,883 sqft | $850,000 | Welcoming space situated in the North Asheville/Woodfin area, previously used for healthcare and professional services, with a flexible layout, ample parking, and highway signage.Office, for lease22 S Pack Sq. 404 | 1,542 sqft | $3,311 per month | Renovated space available in the historic Jackson Building (WNC’s first skyscraper), featuring unbeatable views, natural light, new paint and carpet, updated elevators, designer lighting, and more.
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The Wrap
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