In this episode of the Unpacking APAC miniseries, host Tashi Dorjee sits down with Kasia Stelmach, the New South Wales Manager at tech coworking hub, ⁨Stone & Chalk, and flex workspace strategist and community consultant.

This discussion is part of our Unpacking APAC: Australia mini-series.

Get more info about the miniseries and other episodes at https://unpackingapac.com

Officernd, Essensys, and Syncaroo are presenting sponsors of this miniseries.⁩

They discuss the evolution of coworking and flex spaces, touching on the history from cubicles to dynamic work environments.

Kasia shares insights on how the design and purpose of workspaces have shifted over the decades and the critical role these spaces will play in the future of work. They also examine the broader social and economic implications of flexible spaces and how these environments foster innovation and collaboration across various industries.

Tune in to explore the fascinating journey of coworking and the exciting possibilities lying ahead!

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Host Introduction

00:21 Sponsor Messages

01:01 Guest Introduction: Kasia Stelmach

01:20 Discussion on Flex Workspace Evolution

01:27 Camera Choices and Tech Talk

02:21 The Future of Workspace Design

12:14 Elastic and Malleable Workspaces

16:34 Impact of Working from Home and Future of Flex Spaces

19:33 Balancing Remote and On-Site Work

20:57 The Rise of Libraries as Workspaces

22:58 Economic and Social Impact of Flexible Workspaces

25:10 The Role of Flex in Urban Development

32:16 Stone & Chalk: Nurturing Tech Innovation

38:11 Closing Thoughts on the Future of Workspaces