NextSpace Coworking

This is a great environment to work and have fun. I’ve been at NextSpace San Jose for more than a year. The amenities are fantastic and the people here are creative, intelligent and fun to be around. I work remotely as a software engineer, so it’s really nice to have people to bounce around computer science ideas with and people to go get lunch and boba tea with. Also, I really like the meeting room next to the kitchen where I can take phone conferences. Every now and then I utilize the NextSpace in San Francisco, but this one is my favorite by far.

I knew I was going to be a fan as soon as I got buzzed in, and checked out the awesome décor.
NextSpace Coworking took over an old bank location. It actually gives the entire space some great architecture. The space itself looks very modern, and the internet is speedy.
The non-​dedicated area in the space itself is actually not that large. There are enough seats for about 20 to 30 people max, for the non-​dedicated space. (Although that itself is probably already pushing it.) When I went this afternoon, there were about 10 people in the non-​dedicated spaces, with all but one of the dedicated workspaces filled. There are also offices here you can rent, but there is currently a waiting list. The office spaces look nice — although they might be a bit pricey since it’s right in the heart of Downtown San Jose.
This is a great go to work space if you need somewhere quiet to work for the day. There aren’t enough private spaces to really take phone calls or even hold a private meeting. There is a room in here though that you could book for private meetings of up to one hour, but it seems to be filled pretty fast.
If you are here for just a quick two hours or even three, it’s worthwhile to note that you can just park at the parking garage underneath The Market by Safeway right across the street. The first two hours are validated ($ 6 validation value) by Safeway if you buy something inside. (Get a drink or do some grocery shopping.) After that it’s $ 1 for every 20 minutes.
If you’re going to be there for longer than 2 or 3 hours, it might just be worthwhile to cough up money for a parking spot at a lot.

NextSpace San Jose provides the ideal environment for getting your most productive work accomplished. This is going to change your life if you’ve been working from home with your cat. Whether you need a quiet corner desk with bottomless cups of coffee to focus and crank, or a shared community table to work side by side with other professionals, NS excels at providing it, and in a fun and creative way. A handcrafted hardwood table (created by the space’s Curator, Gretchen) fills a bright open room for coworking, side by side. Tall, open windows and multiple quiet, closed-​door conference rooms (you can book in advance for conference calls) also make up the space. For me, even more important than the hip space NS has created to get in your concentration zone, are the people that run and work in the space: Lawyers, journalists, entrepreneurs of all stages and industries. This is a truly smart and inspiring community.

I love Next Space SJ! Everyone is incredibly nice and are willing to help you, even if you’re not in their business. Noise level is great – you can get a lot of work done. If you need the extra silence, there are 3 conference rooms. Coffee is always brewed everyday all day, hot and ready. If you’re a tea drinker (like me) there’s a huge selection of tea, as well. This co-​working space also supplies snacks and breakfast (boxed food, like instant oatmeal, etc. However, sometimes, Julie or Gretchen will provide fruit or cookies). Of course, there is also Happy Hour Fridays at 3:58pm! I have never been to one of these Happy Hours, but I will for sure try to in the near future!

Gretchen and Julie are amazing, working here everyday is truly a joy, and the sense of coworking truly makes the day go by, doesn’t even feel like work! Stop by for a free tour to find out if you want to join us! AWESOME!

This is the place to go to get your work on. NextSpace combines the benefits of a consistent workspace with the creativity and problem-​solving vibe of a coffee shop (the kind of coffee shop not being used as a playground for soccer moms).
While there are many NextSpace locations, each has it’s own personality. The San Jose location is occasionally like summer camp… so don’t forget to write home often.
One of the best things about NextSpace, in general, is the diversity of people you encounter. For startups and consultants, it’s a networking bonanza and it’s also a brain-​trust bonanza.
On site, you’ll find a fax, copier, printer, two wi-​fi networks, bottomless pots of coffee and, upon occasion, cookies!

I love coming to NextSpace for work! Cozy environment where I can brew tea, drink coffee, ditch my stuff at lunch – and work too, of course.
If you’re working alone at home and forgot how to communicate, come to NextSpace and reacquaint yourself with the world.

This place is great for two reasons:
Great working environment, seeing people be focused and productive is inspiring and contagious.
Also, the people you meet. Everyone is doing something interesting, from all different professional backgrounds.
Haven’t met a person I didn’t like here!
Oh! And Happy Hour on Friday, snacks, wine, beer… What’s not to like.

I’ve been here for about three months and I love it! The people are amazing and I’ve made so many great connections and friends. You never know who you’ll meet. Come join us!

What a lifesaver. Working from home really does suck… but at next space you get to feel like you are part of a larger community. The staff are second to none and are really amazing when it comes to making you feel at home and knowing the area. It’s soo much better than corporate offices I have worked in.
It is a great concept for those of us that work remotely because you don’t have to sit at starbucks all day. you can leave your stuff and go to lunch, you have internet access included in your membership. you get to meet all sorts of cool people from start ups to corporate giants.
It really helped me break out of the work from home no social life rut! So if you work from home and find yourself not leaving your house for days… give it a try. you won’t be sorry! Gretchen and Julie are GREAT…
I tell all my friends about it. and have hosted a few meetings as well and all my fellow employees visiting for the day were totally jealous that they didn’t have a NextSpace near them!
It should be part of the Great Place to work network! :)

I have worked at NextSpace for well over a year and it has changed my life. I started as a clueless college grad freelancing and turned into a confident multi-​business owner with more network contacts as well as true friends than I could ever dream of.
NextSpace is Coworking at its finest. Everyone there is extremely friendly and welcoming, it would be a challenge not to make friends. The community coordinator, Gretchen and her assistant Julie really pull the place together by constantly introducing and referring people to other members in the space.
As I mentioned I started off freelancing. After just 3 months I had 3 new clients from NextSpace referrals, after 6 months 85% of my yearly income came from NextSpace referrals, and after a year I have started a new company with a fellow/​former NextSpace member!
Referrals are great but what really makes NextSpace amazing is the friendliness of the community. I can honestly say I have made many lifelong friends here, and Gretchen and Julie are included in that bunch.
If you ever need a space to work, or just want to collaborate for a day, you need to check out NextSpace. As it did for me, I am sure it will change your life.

Amazing connections at NextSpace:
A few months ago I participated in a round table with
David Kappos, U.S. Patent Office Director,
Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren,
Jeremy Neuner, NextSpace CEO,
Gretchen Baisa, NextSpace Director of Business Development,
Carl Guardino, Silicon Valley Leadership Group President,
and perhaps 20 other entrepreneurs discussing needs and resources recently legislated to help to early-​stage product companies.
As a silicon-​enabled entrepreneur I so valued the opportunity to participate in this U.S. Patent Office event organized by NextSpace, Pinger and the Silicon Valley Leadership Group.
This event demonstrates how NextSpace connects members with thought leaders at the highest levels.
Thank you NextSpace!

I joined Nextspace in October of 2012, and I’ve never looked back! The comfortable, pleasant environment makes it the ideal location for work. For those who work from home, it’s a great way to get out of the house and work with others around you. The women who run the space, Gretchen and Julie, are incredibly friendly and are always willing to work with you to solve any issue you may have. Not to mention, the members are all very warm and pleasant, and they help to create an amazing community that really fosters innovation, creativity and hard work.
Nextspace is located in downtown San Jose and is close to several amazing restaurants that provide great lunch options. Parking is inexpensive and right around the corner. Regular members also have the option of purchasing a parking pass, which lets them park in a nearby parking garage anytime they want. Members of Nextspace also have a keycard which lets them access the office ²⁴⁄₇. The door is always locked, so it’s safe to leave your things while you go out and grab a bite to eat.
The San Jose location is small and very cozy, which really gives you the feeling that you’re part of a community. We have infinite access to amazing coffee, tea, high-​speed internet, printing and friendly faces. The location also has an excellent conference room, which works great for meetings. It’s the perfect combination of cozy/​comfortable and professional. But the best part about Nextspace is that members have access to all of their locations, which are scattered throughout the Bay Area and Southern California. Whenever I have an event or a meeting in San Francisco, I can drop into the Union Square or 2^nd Street Space, and I have access to the same five-​star service as I do in San Jose.
So if you’re looking for a unique, comfortable and fun place to work, I would definitely recommend NextSpace! Come CoWork with Us! :)

Joining NextSpace was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made! I’ve been a café member here for about a year and I LOVE THIS PLACE. Belonging to NextSpace has made working remotely so much more pleasant! The office environment is cool, funky, hip, and still professional. The awesome ladies that run the space, Gretchen and Julie, are so accommodating, easy to get along with, and do everything they can to make you feel comfortable. Not to mention, they were totally willing to work with me when I was on a tight budget. NextSpace has become my second family and I truly feel at home when I walk in the door.
If you are looking for a fun, comfy, cool, professional, and awesome place to work, I would hands-​down recommend checking out NextSpace! You won’t regret it!

Nextspace is the definition of a five star business.
Immediately upon touring the space, I was blown away by the cool and creative atmosphere. With large windows, cool artwork and tons of room, Nextspace gave off exactly the vibe I was looking for. There are multiple pricing options depending on what type of space you are interested in, but the company I work for chose the easily affordable café membership. This provides us with open table and desk space at the front of the building, complete with outlets, wifi, and comfortable chairs. There is a kitchen and a steady flow of coffee to keep you going throughout the day.
But most importantly, the people here are awesome. From lawyers to entrepreneurs to web designers and more, everyone is driven, yet extremely friendly. On my first day at the space, three people came up and introduced themselves to me. Not only is it nice to learn about what everyone else does, but it also helps you build a strong network. Already a man working in marketing offered to help out with the company once it got up and running.
Overall, I love this place and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a space to work!

I was really pleasantly surprised by NextSpace SJ. It’s in a great location. Parking is inexpensive right around the corner. There’s a lot of light and open space.
But… the really great thing about NextSpace is the vibe and the people here. A lot of coworking spaces are very heads down and basically cubicle farms. That’s not the case here. If you want to be heads down you can do that, but if you want to take a break and chat with someone the people here are really friendly.

If I could give 6-​stars, I would!
Nextspace provides a wonderful workspace, and wonderful community for entrepreneurs, free-​lancers, and work-​from-​home-​types.
I’m an entrepreneur, launching a company, and finding Nextspace was a godsend.
Highlights include…
Modern, clean, functional workspace. They are a show room for Hon furniture, and it’s comfy and stylish.
High-​speed internet (business class cable service, with a DSL back-​up!), all the office services you’d need (networked printer /​scanner /​fax, great coffee), and an amazing staff to keep things going.
Dedicated conference rooms, and other private nooks, to hold meetings (scheduled and un-​scheduled).
Secure — card swipe access, and totally OK to bring and leave your valuable computer hardware.
A vibrant startup community, with everyone willing to help you on technical /​business /​marketing brainstorming.
Did I say 6-​stars? I meant 7!!!

I’m a big fan of coworking and NextSpace San Jose!
Gretchen, the community coordinator, is awesome, super helpful, excited about Nextspace and making the San Jose location a lively, productive, welcoming community. Which it is!
People are friendly and interact with each other but also extremely productive and there to work. NextSpace has a really nice, comfortable atmosphere.
Conveniently located near public transit, I bussed it down from Mountain View to work in the space. Great wifi, large work areas, and great to be able to run for coffee, or lunch without packing all my stuff up and taking it with me. Plus the Loves cupcakes that seemed to show up most days I came were a huge sell. If it wasn’t such a long commute from Mountain View, I would be a regular member.
For now it’s a welcome change of pace when I need to get out of working at home and am bored with the local coffee shops. Wish there was a location in Mountain View. Hint. Hint.
Worth checking out. And Third Fridays are free every month.

I love NextSpace! It has a professional flair that is missing from many South Bay coworking spaces.
I am happy to say I was the first member of this NextSpace and has allowed us the flexibility to grow. It’s also nice to not sit piled into a «startup garage» and have real space.
The energy, startup collaboration, and working environment are great for any freelancer or burgeoning startup. There are offices, desks, and community spaces all in one.
The conference room is great for private meetings.
The kitchen has a fridge, counter space, and is vibrantly communal.
Plus, if you work late, $ 1 tacos right outside (we share a wall with San Jose Bar and Grill– but sans the noise. :))
And Gretchen is awesome, of course. She’s the community curator there and organizes great events for members and outsiders to come explore the space.
You’ll love it! Visit the
team and come cowork with us at NextSpace!

I came in a few days after they officially opened and Gretchen the community curator was kind enough to give me a free day to try out NextSpace. I really enjoyed it and love the layout and feel of the place.
The location is great, too. Downtown next to public transportation, Safeway, and plenty of dining options. I would not hesitate to have a client come to my office there at all. Especially since they have a private conference room if you ever need it!
About the staff: Gretchen was fantastic and very helpful, easy going and approachable. Same for the CEO who stopped in, Jeremy.
Typical office stuff: Free coffee! WOO! They have a fridge for your lunch or drinks, and copy/​print/​fax. Gretchen said they should be getting an overhead projector for the conference room.
Also kind of neat is that they painted Idea Paint all around the office. If you don’t know what that is, Idea Paint creates a whiteboard like surface where you can write on and then wipe off.
If you need workspace and are looking for a great collaborative environment of like minded freelancers and entrepreneurs then you need to head down to NextSpace and become a member. It is worth at least trying out to see how you feel about it. I promise you wont regret it!