It's no secret that I'm a fan of CoHatch, a 30+ location network of co-working, community spaces…read morethat has been in existence for just under 10 years since its start by six friends in Columbus, Ohio. CoHatch, which has hosted at least a couple Yelp events that I can remember, currently has five locations in Central Indiana (a sixth, Circle Centre, I believe has closed). The locations include Polk Stables, Zionsville, Carmel, Noblesville, and this location in Broad Ripple. This location is housed in a former church (I know it used to be Common Grounds and I'm pretty certain it was at least one church before that). There's still some of the stained glass windows present. Managed by Jenna, whom I met during a Polk Stables Yelp event, this location seems to be quite busy. While I didn't get a chance to go around it as much as I'd have liked as I was here for an actual meeting, I was impressed with the decor, amenities, the people I met, and the efforts to make it accessible. Let's start there. Not every CoHatch location is truly accessible - they tend to locate in unique and often historic buildings. This can create challenges to true accessibility. This location has accessible parking in the back along with a ramp that goes up to one of the doorways. If you're not a member, you'll have to be let in. I wasn't completely thrilled with the end of the ramp - it's got a bit of a lip to it, however, the effort is obvious and it definitely works. The parking is also truly ADA compliant. I didn't notice all the businesses here, however, I did note that the Sagamore Institute maintains offices here. This location has the usual coworking spaces, a large event space, an outdoor area with a patio and kitchen, a sports simulator, and private offices. They have high-speed Wifi, coffee/tea options, meeting rooms (we used one to record an interview), 24/7 access, phone booths, office supplies, mailbox service, printing/copying, workshops for members, a kitchen, and an onsite manager. The neighborhood feels safe and is a pretty easy jaunt over to Broad Ripple's main strip. I like the decor, though found it a bit more plain than some of the locations. I think Polk Stables remains my favorite of the Central Indiana locations. This location is probably the closest to my home and it's definitely someplace I could see myself working. As someone who does a lot of social outreach/charity work, I definitely saw spaces I could bring to life here. I also did notice the restroom offered nice accessibility and there were some personal supplies in the restrooms - nice touch. I'd wanted to stop into this place and was pleased when I found out a meeting was going to be here. I finally got to check it out and was definitely impressed.

I had a meeting in Broad Ripple and they recommended this location. It was easy to find and had…read moreample parking, and I was surprised and pleased to find it was a church building that was converted into co work office space for small businesses and non-profits. I liked that they had maintained the structure and tried to continue the architectural flairs and quiet spaces yet allowing for new design inside. It is used for various offices and you can either rent out an office space (small cubicle) or just work in one of the many co-work spaces. It was tasteful and expansive but also had several little nooks for a quieter space. There were outside spaces and even a Barbeque space that could be rented for parties or business outings. My meeting was a fun way to be exposed to this location and will definitely be returning to try out some of the other spots for meetings or work.

I've had the pleasure of working out of Industrious in multiple cities but here in Indy, is where…read moreit all started. My first and most recent experiences have been out of this stellar location, right in the heart of the Circle City. I mean, what's not to love? Great location, beautiful and modern space, reliable wi-fi, incredibly friendly staff, never ending coffee, awesome local business... I could go on and on. This is definitely my style of coworking, they truly do an amazing job. I love the natural light thanks to the giant windows that wrap around the entire space. It's on the third floor so you get a little bit of a view, which is always nice. Overall, the vibe is just on point. The only cons I can think of revolve around the parking situation. The street parking can be very limited given the location. The prices can get up there depending on what you're looking for but honestly, there's a little something for everyone. If you're looking for co-working space, you'd be a fool to not check this place out.

Alright, alright. You got me Industrious…read more You would think it was the fancy features of great interior decor, local coffee by Tinker, morning and afternoon snacks from local businesses by Bakersfield and The Garden Table that would make this spot such a knock out, but I have to say, it's staff for me. They have offered such a warm welcome from the start and feel like an extension of my own coworkers. Lets be clear, the floor to ceiling windows overlooking Mass Ave and wine in the afternoon doesn't hurt either. A few more reasons to consider Industrious as your next coworking space or a meet up location for a team retreat: -private phone booths -plentiful natural light -high quality snacks and drinks shared throughout the day -programming and educational opportunities -location in the heart of Mass Ave (over-ish Garden Table to give you an idea) -printing resources -small touches like mouthwash in the bathrooms and guest coffee roasters from other Industrious markets throughout the country -your membership will provide you with access to all other Industrious locations which is exceptionally handy for folks like me who travel fairly frequently with work/need spaces like this from time to time

Refinery46 was a great meeting space to host my board meeting!! We used the downstairs meeting…read moreroom. Addison was so helpful during my tour & the day of my meeting. He set everything up for me, and their tear-down instructions were very informational. Definitely recommend Refinery46's work space!

Happy #ThankYouThursday Yelp friends! If you've ever been curious about the nicely redone building…read moreslightly off of 46th Street and Keystone, this is it. It's a co-working space for driven local businesses, many of them being home services businesses. The owner of the space also owns Homesense Heating & Cooling (also loved on Yelp) and is an incredible person. He also lets The District Church use the space on Sundays. I love how multi-purpose and helpful the space is. Black Circle Brewing and Elena Ruz Cuban Cuisine are also located in the building, but on the back of the co-working space. CO-WORKING SPACE: The co-working space is nice and recently renovated. They offer 24/7 access, a complimentary mailbox, local coffee, networking events, business improvement seminars, conference rooms, and secure shipping/receiving for members of the space. You can rent anything from a local to a small or large office, to an entire floor. Their different packages are on their website! EVENT SPACE: The great space is also open to non-members to rent as well. We had a cocktail and painting class event here and loved using the multiple spaces. We had the cocktail class and catering set up in the beautiful kitchen, and used the multi-purpose room for the painting class. The owner Brian was super nice and helped us set up a few extra tables. They also have their different event space prices on their website too. The owner is so awesome, so this is definitely a place I love to support! They also do so much good for local businesses and the community, so def. check it out if you're looking for a space!

I'm so thankful a little birdie told me about The Haverstick. This past year, I opened a business…read moredown the street in Nora. I don't have a traditional office, so I'm always looking for remote places to work. I love a change of scenery and environment. Over the past year or two, I've slowly faded out my visits to a certain popular coffee establishment with a name shared by a character on Battlestar Galactica. So, when a friend told me about The Haverstick, I needed to check it out! I'm so glad I did. It has become my go-to office of choice! Housed in a community center of a local church, the environment has dim lighting and soft music. A perfect place to get focused and stay focused. They have a coffee bar that also offers a few food options. The coffee is good and very affordable. The staff is always friendly. There is usually only one person staffing the coffee shop, but they get to your order quickly. You just may have to wait if there is a large group, as happened to me once. But no worries. Simply have a seat and get to work, and they will call your name when your beverage and/or food is ready to pickup. The Haverstick is less a coffee shop and more a community shared-space work environment that offers coffee. They have a lot of comfortable chairs and tables of various sizes. The room is wide open and you never feel crowded, even if there is a decent amount of people. However, it's usually only a handful of other people around, so it's a great place to get things done. They also have conference rooms for rent. I'm grateful this church has opened its doors to the public and offers such a wonderful and inviting atmosphere. I look forward to returning soon and getting some more work done.

How is this place not 5 stars?! Gorgeous, clean, ample parking, friendliest staff ever, great…read moreprices, just off the 465. Best coworking space in Indy

UPDATE: I have since…read moremoved out of the area so I won't be able to take them up on their offer, but this, ladies and gentlemen, is a great example of a business posting a classy response to a negative review!

This place is beautiful! It's also really huge. We had an amazing bridal shower brunch. The staff…read moreis very accommodating. Will definitely recommend

After having grown up on Indy's Northwestside and lived either there or downtown most of my life,…read moreI've spent the last 12+ years as a passionate and enthusiastic Eastsider. Now that I burned the mortgage papers on my home (Don't worry. I paid it off first!), it's pretty much established that I'm here to stay. There's an Eastside vibe that I really love that vibe really comes to life in Circle City Industrial Complex, a behemoth of repurposed buildings that weaves together the tapestry of life that I love about living on the Eastside including the industrial, the arts, the dedication to life, the creativity, the makers, the shakers, and the incredibly practical. I'll be honest and say that I initially avoided CCIC. It seemed intimidating, parking was confusing, and wheelchair access can be a little hit-and-miss in spots as different sections have gotten repurposed. I remember at one point attending a Yelp event here and thinking "This is exactly why I don't come here." It was, quite honestly, a bit of a pain in the butt for a wheelchair user. However, things continue to improve. And, perhaps more importantly, every time I come here I appreciate it and I enjoy myself. What can you find here? There's participation in the First Friday Art Walk. There's the delightfully spot-on Centerpoint Brewing - the first actual spot I visited here at CCIC. There's 8th Day Distillery, Fowling Warehouse Indy, Lick Ice Cream, SoChatti, New Day Craft. There's a myriad of artists. There's Dance Kaleidoscope. There's Glass Arts Indy. There's the Indiana Writers Center. There's Stitchworks, JK Guitar, Indy Fused Glass, and more. With over a half-million square feet, CCIC looks intimidating and is a little intimidating. There are four key entrances and it really is helpful to know the suite number of where you're going. The big entrance by Centerpoint primarily serves Centerpoint and its adjacent spots. There's a large parking lot across the street that provides key access to other entrances. Oh, and despite being industrial there is actually an elevator to the second floor. CCIC really is the foundation that spurred the growth of Windsor Park, a growth that has complemented the neighborhood rather than dominated it. Nearby spots like Kan-Kan, Brasserie, Amelia's, and others are adding even more personality and style to the area. I love that artists located here are actually required to participate in First Friday events. This really is a communal space and they work hard to keep that vibe. Did you know that CCIC has 60 protected artists' spots? This means they will only rent these spaces to artists (and they review portfolios!). There's so much to love here. They are currently updating the oldest section at 1101 Mass Avenue - a space planned to offer restaurant space, retail, and performance space. You can even tell in the design plans that accessibility will be vastly improved. If you've never checked out Circle City Industrial Complex, I highly recommend it. It's one of Eastside Indy's crown jewels.

We came here for First Friday and were amazed at the turnout! Past first Fridays at other locations…read morehave not been this busy in years. They do have two free parking lots and street parking. The space is very large and it can get a little confusing navigating through the halls. They do have some signs but not nearly as many as you expect. Overall it was great to see the art and the businesses operating out of here

I love working out of the VIP Center. I can focus on what I need to get done! They have plenty of…read morespace and the rates are reasonable. I have also enjoyed the training opportunities they offer to both Corporate and Entrepreneurial Women. Learning so much!!

This place is beautiful on the inside!…read more I have been able to DJ at least 3xs here! The owners are very respectful and pleasant to work with. Very down to earth women. They keep the place clean with such elegance and vibrant colors. This is also like a speak easy so you can have business meetings and get some work done at the same time. Highly recommend.

The Pin Bureau is a bowling alley turned private office space in downtown Indianapolis, adjacent to…read moreIaria's Italian Restaurant. It retains vintage decor on the outside but the interior has been remodeled to fit the needs of the modern office space. I am part of an organization that hosts meetings here quarterly and have been pleased with the space and layout. Parking is free and available in a parking lot steps from the door. In what's called the Training Center, there's natural light, plenty of space for a large group and strong wi-fi.

I have had a few work events at this space, and I am really impressed with their facilities. My…read morework has been done on the weekends, but there are a lot of conference room spaces available for a variety of groups. The kitchen area allows for a good flow and there are a few spaces available for food to be available. My only issue is the lack of restrooms for large groups. The bathrooms are one-seaters and gender specific, so you have to wait in a large group and you're on a break. Overall, the space is inviting and effective for large group and small group work! And there's free parking!!

A great business venue hidden on the north side of Indy! Perfect for entertaining new clients with…read morerooms upon rooms to roam!!

I work, you work, we ALL work! Why not work smart, with…read moreRegus, in the Parkwood location co-work space. "Smart people work at Regus." Corner office, anyone? I really enjoyed touring the 5th floor, and working in the space- 5092 for the day. It didn't have a window, but it has everything else I needed. Most of the office spaces are big, well lit, and pleasantly decorated- in a minimalist way. They include a desk/chair/bookshelf/cabinet w/ lock&key. At this location, you have additional options: For $150/yr there's a new fitness facility- in a separate building- with 24hr key fob access. There are two free conference rooms and additional ones to be rented by the hour. I think we're all used to the new open office concept, and that type of space isn't bad...just different. Regus offers traditional, spacious offices, and there are differing price plans to depending on your needs. For this space at 450 East 96th Street, call Jill, the area manager at 317-427-3959 for questions and specific pricing. The BASICS: For $300/mo you can work in the Reserved Co-working space. $99/month you can have access to the lounge area, which is spacious and equipped with all the basics (lights, chairs/tables, fridge, coffee maker, etc.) There are over 3,000 of these locations!

Elements Collective is a stunning space for creatives to bring to life their photoshoot dreams! We…read morehosted our rebrand photoshoot with EC, and it felt like the most magnificent space for our creativity to have full-free reign. In EC the world was our oyster and it was truly a canvas in which out wildest dreams could be curated on. There was an abundance of props available for use, multiple bays to use for a variety of backdrop opportunities, and TONS of natural light. The cherry on top was Chris the owner! It's so refreshing to work with a service-provider who offered exceptional communication and clear direction through our entire booking process and instructions for shoot-day rental use! We cannot say enough wonderful things about Chris and Elements Collective! Thank you, thank you, thank you!

Elements Collective has the cleanest, most well-appointed photo studio in Indianapolis. This studio…read moreis located right inside the main lobby of the building, making it easy to find. Parking was convenient. When I arrived, the equipment I had requested to use was already set up and ready to go. Chris installed my paper drops himself and walked me through all of the studio amenities. From water bottles to seating to take-out menus for local lunch joints, Chris thought of everything to make the experience easy and comfortable for myself and my clients.