Nomads in the City and Beyond: Working Spaces as the Ideal Solution for Remote Workers

Introduction to the Digital Nomad Lifestyle

Transforming how individuals approach both work and travel, digital nomads are professionals who leverage remote work with opportunities to travel across the world. And, with 80% of digital nomads reporting high job satisfaction, it’s no wonder the lifestyle is on the rise. 

This upturn has been facilitated by coworking spaces that offer high-quality amenities and well-equipped working environments. From networking opportunities to features like high-speed internet, these spaces cater perfectly to the nomadic lifestyle, blending traditional offices with the freedom to work anywhere.

The digital nomad way of life offers a variety of benefits, from experiencing new, exciting cultures to increased flexibility and work-life balance, especially if your role affords you the opportunity to set your own schedule. With coworking spaces providing a sense of community and a rich networking scene, the lifestyle can facilitate growth in your personal and professional life. 

Downsides of this working style include finding adequate workspaces, potential loneliness, traversing time zones and finding a routine that works for you. Luckily, coworking spaces can provide ‘normality’ and structure into a nomad’s day. Bruntwood SciTech spaces recognise this need, offering flexible solutions that ensure resources and support are available for individuals to thrive in their work.

The Rise of Coworking Spaces

Flexibility, community and advanced technology are now at the forefront of requirements for top talent, whether freelancers or individuals working for startups. Between 2018 and 2024, the demand for coworking spaces doubled, with the number of individuals utilising these spaces reaching five million worldwide. This surge is reflective of a global shift to dynamic, innovative and adaptable work environments where people’s work-life balance needs are met. 

Offering a unique blend of flexibility and professional networking opportunities, coworking spaces appeal to workers across a broad range of industries. Bruntwood SciTech’s portfolio of customers reflects this, spanning industries such as life sciences, gaming, fintech, software development, among others. The diversity of companies is reflective of the universal appeal of futuristic and functional office spaces, with top-tier amenities that can suit the needs of various industries. 

As a bonus, coworking/hotdesking spaces are not only beneficial to workers but to the employers themselves, with 66% of managers reporting an increase in productivity amongst remote workers, and a further 48.5% noting significant improvement. 

Why Bruntwood SciTech is a Good Fit for Digital Nomads

From high-speed internet through to cloud-collaboration capabilities, digital nomads, office workers and other individuals can stay connected regardless of their location, bolstering communication. 

Health and wellbeing of workers remains a business imperative, with space providers recognising the demand for individuals to interact and work with like-minded professionals. Networking and community events provide opportunities for socialisation that elevate the remote working experience, enabling it to be more enjoyable and fulfilling. 

At Bruntwood SciTech, we’ve recognised several key needs of digital nomads and freelancers, in addition to the aforementioned technological integrations, such as 100GB connectivity, alongside the growing need for community. We’ve gone above and beyond to cater for digital nomads and remote workers.

One example of such is 111 Piccadilly, one of the first coworking sites in Europe to be awarded Platinum WELL status in 2021. From an innovative 200ft lighting installation powered by photovoltaics and a circadian lighting system that replicates and regulates the natural 24-hour cycle of sleep, the building is a testament to making sure we’re not just building beautiful buildings, but also promoting a happy, healthy and productive workforce. This is in addition to amenities such as an independent café and lounge, which are both open to the public, meaning Bruntwood SciTech isn’t just investing in the space it operates within, but actively working to create thriving cities with integrated communities. 

Another key development in Bruntwood SciTech’s portfolio is Pall Mall, housed in a historic Grade II listed building in the heart of Manchester’s central business district. Coming in 2025, the space has a dedicated focus on sustainability, operating at net zero carbon across common areas and preserving the original external design to uphold cultural significance. This means digital nomads can work and thrive in a space committed to protecting the world they love to travel, while experiencing cities such as Manchester in their prime. This is in addition to benefiting from other features such as a high-specification gym, contemplation room and space to dry and iron clothes - meaning workers can grab some time to unwind and prioritise their personal lives. 

Digital nomads and other freelancers will also benefit from interacting with the employees of 1,100 like-minded, forward-thinking businesses across the Bruntwood SciTech network, leading to growth in their professional careers. For example, Manchester Technology Centre is great for coworkers who are looking for incubation space to develop and grow their tech startup, such as KnownOrigin who successfully established their NFT startup at MTC, before being acquired by eBay.  Meanwhile, both Glasshouse in Alderley Park and Booths Park in Cheshire  offer coworking facilities set in beautiful surroundings, with indoor and outdoor amenities in abundance, while And it’s not just Greater Manchester - Bruntwood SciTech operates across several major cities in the north of England and Birmingham, which is set to benefit from the incoming redevelopment of Centre City. The space is not only set to offer flexible and affordable office and coworking space in Birmingham, but is ideally located just minutes from Birmingham’s New Street station, ensuring that commuters and digital nomads alike are able to easily get around. From a complimentary gym and studio through to locker space and a communal business lounge, Centre City provides the ideal space to collaborate and communicate effectively, while working alongside impressive key players in their respective industries.

Choosing The Right Type of Coworking For You

It’s essential to find a coworking space that caters to your specific needs, whether you’re working in the same building as your employer or you’re a digital nomad capitalising on international remote working. With the workscape rapidly changing and a further 70 million individuals set to adopt the digital nomad lifestyle in the next few years, business and coworking spaces alike need to recognise the varied needs of workers. This is why Bruntwood SciTech offers different products, including pay as you go, memberships, shared desks and dedicated desk spaces with different price points and amenities available to workers, in addition to traditional office space, meeting rooms and more. With the structure of employment itself changing, we recognise that buildings need to reflect this demand, with full capacity for businesses to scale up or down depending on their needs. Plus, if you sign up to a membership at some of our spaces, you will receive access to other select buildings, meaning you can network and operate across major cities with ease. 

In Summary: Why Bruntwood SciTech is the Ideal Choice for Digital Nomads

With an array of dynamic and tech-forward spaces and the opportunity to collaborate with major players across key industries, Bruntwood SciTech’s coworking spaces are perfectly catered for digital nomads and freelancers to meet other like-minded individuals, while offering significant opportunities to work across different spaces in the UK. This geographical flexibility allows digital nomads to experience different cultures and cities while allowing them to enhance their professional careers. 

Plus, if you want to grow your business, Bruntwood SciTech is proud to work closely with our customers to find spaces that are suitable for their needs and work, offering flexible leases so that they’re capable of moving forward with confidence. Whether you’re a one person start-up or a conglomerate, our office spaces are all scalable to reflect shifting business needs. 

Explore Bruntwood SciTech’s offering and the various options available for coworkers seeking a space to grow their business from today.