The Werks isn’t just another ‘rent a desk’ type of place. The Werks is a coworking space. Coworking is a movement that provides a collaborative space for creative, freelance, independent and nomadic workers that is underpinned by a core set of values. At The Werks we aspire to and expect those who work with us to share in those values of:

• Collaboration: One of the great benefits of working in a co-working space is that you will meet all sorts of people with all sorts of knowledge.
• Openness: We believe in transparency and openness. In a world where people are free, but ideas are not, only a few benefit. When ideas are free, everyone benefits. Therefore, we encourage open spaces and discussions.
• Community: We thrive on connections and mutual support. It is important that everyone give into as well as benefit from the strong community co-working has become.
• Accessibility: In order to be fully open, we must make the effort to be accessible to all. This means that we endeavor to create both a financially and a physically accessible space. We are committed to this principle and welcome feedback on how we can make it even more accessible.
• Sustainability: Shared spaces are also better for the planet, so we like to take that a little further and make certain our space is environmentally responsible.

In using the facilities of The Werks we expect people to behave in a way that is congruent with those values, specifically:

• Respect the space and leave it as you find it. If you moved things around then return them to their original location and please tidy up after yourself.
• Give back the equivalent of what you take out. If you drink the coffee; replace it, if you can’t afford to replace it, make good in kind.
• This is a co-working space so expect to support others and be prepared to draw on the help of others, but please respect their right to get their own work done.
• Respect the people around you and embrace differences. One of the great things about co-working is it draws in a variety of people, enjoy and respect the difference.
• Spread the word to like minded people.