Got questions?
What are the office hours for Coworking?
All Coworking Members have access to our Coworking space via personal entry system 24/7. IN the case of an after hour event we ask our part time members to modify their attendance.
What are the office hours for a tour and member support?
The office is not staffed full time. If you want to come for a tour, please contact us. We want to make sure we will be available for your questions. If you stop by during office hours one of our members might be available to give you a brief tour. Our tour usually takes 15-20 minutes.
How will I know if this works for me before I sign up?
If you are interested in a membership you ask what is our current trial promotion to find out if our space works for you. After this trial day you may sign our member agreement, set up automatic payments, and start using the space.
Do I have to sign a contract?
All of our memberships are on a month-to-month basis. All members who want to use the space need to sign a membership agreement. If possible, review our agreement at home, before you come in for a tour or your free day. Please bring your credit card or a check to sign up. We bill automatically (via Quickbooks) at the end of each month (27th) for the upcoming month.
Do I have to come at the same day every week for a part time membership?
No, you can come whenever you want and use your days however you like. For example, you can come for a couple of days in a row in the first week of the month and save some for the end of the month. Or you could spread them evenly to come in 1 or 2 days every week. It's all up to you. And with the 'unlimited' or 'fix desk' membership you can come as much or as little you want 7 days a week.
Can I work at the Office after hours?
As a 'unlimited' member Coworking is always (24/7) available in our Focus area. Guests are not allowed outside our core hours weekdays (8 am to 6 pm) unless the meeting room is booked for a hourly rate.
I signed up for limited days and used them all up but still want to come. What should I do?
Please contact us and let us know what other days you plan on coming. We will charge you member day pass rate for any extra days.
Can I meet with clients?
Yes! We have a small meeting rooms perfect for meeting with 4 people. Our meeting room has a whiteboard and a phone. Please reserve the meeting room for a maximum of 2 hours on weekdays 8 am to 6 pm ahead of time via Google calendar in our member area online. Clients who join you for meetings do not have to pay, but please be responsible for your guest. They can not use the space without your presence. If they want to stay for Coworking please arrange this with us ahead of time and pay the guest rate for them.
Can I share my monthly days with my partner?
Yes, we allow you to sign up one other person for your 5/10 or 15 days per month memberships and for a fixed desk. Unlimited flexible memberships can't be shared. Your 'other person' will have to co-sign our member agreement (general rules).
Can my small team use the Coworking space?
Yes, your team is welcome. If you virtual team needs a space for meetings, please ask us about availability.
Can I rollover my unused days?
No, we don't offer rollover.
What if I come for a few hours here and there. Could I come more days then the agreed days?
No. sorry. A day is a day even if you decide to take advantage only of a few hours of the day. if you need to come more days just let us know and we can change your plan.
Can I get a private office?
No, we don't offer private offices. Unless you need to be on the phone or have very confidential information do handle you might be happy with one of our fixed desks. Just try it for a day!
Do I get my own desk?
Yes, we offer permanent/fixed desks. If you sign up for a 'fix desk' membership, pick your favorite in the dedicated 'focus room'. First come, first serve.
Where can I sit?
We have designed our space to be as ergonomic and flexible as possible. We encourage you to switch it up at least every few hours for better health and a new perspective. We offer good chairs, standing desks ball chair and other options. Find a space that suits you best for a while and then keep moving. It's good for you!
Do I need to bring my computer?
Yes, you should bring your WiFi-ready computer to use our high speed internet connection.
Where can I park?
Street parking on California Ave SW is free. Parking in all side streets all around our office is always easy to find and the walk is short. Or you can rent a parking spot from us.
Can I book the meeting room for a meeting all day (9-5)?
The meeting room is a shared space, so please talk to us if you have such special need.
Can I rent your meeting room only?
Yes.
My life changed. How can I quit or suspend my membership?
Our memberships are month to month. Please give us your written notice (email or letter) by the 15th of the month to cancel your membership for the following month. We will be sorry to see you go, but we understand.
Can I get a refund if I did not use the space?
No. Our memberships are month to month and allow for lots of flexibility. You can cancel anytime before the 15th of the current month (when our billing occurs) for the following month and reactivate your membership without paying the one-time registration fee if you decide to come back in the future.
Can I leave my stuff?
Yes, you can leave your stuff on one of the regular desk during the day. Please don't leave your belongings in our phone booths or meeting room. Unless you have a fixed desk, please don't leave your items on desks at the end of the day - take them home or put them away in a locker, which you can rent for a small extra fee. We don't take any responsibility for missing items and your belongings are your own responsibility and are not insured in any way by us.
Can I print unlimited? My book, my scrapbook, my flyer campaign?
We provide a black and white network printer for regular use (about 20 pages per day) in the space. If you plan on printing a lot, please use a print shop. If you print between 20 and 100 pages please pay extra (0.10 per page b/w or 0.25 for color). We are happy to provide printers to make your work life easier but we need to keep it manageable. Please help us save paper and toner and limit your color prints to a few per month. As long as everyone uses our resources mindfully, we will be offer to offer printing for free. We want to keep it simple and we want you to focus on getting your work done.
Where is my food?
Please label all personal food in the fridge or pantry. Food without a name might be eaten by members or at member events or thrown out at clean up day. We ask that you only store your lunch food in the fridge. If you have non-perishable items, label them and use the food cabinet underneath the tea drawer.
Do I need to pay extra for coffee, printing and Internet?
No, we included all costs for coffee and tea in your membership as long as everyone uses our resources mindfully. We want to keep it simple and we want you to focus on getting your work done.
Do I have to clean up?
Please use our shared space with respect and keep it clean and orderly. You won't have to help with regular cleaning, but please clean up after yourself and help yourself with a broom or paper towel as you would do in your home. We take care of the cleaning weekly and got good ratings for our maintenance.
Where is my coffee?
Coffee supplies are in the pantry. Help yourself.
Can I play my music?
Please listen to your music using headphones. If you are talking 'live music', we are happy to sign you up to perform at our next member event.
Can I bring a guest?
Yes, please bring a guest. You are fully responsible for any actions of your guest and can't be left alone in our space.
Can I bring my kids?
School-aged, well behaved kids are welcome for a brief visit to our space and as visitors on a guest pass. No running, screaming, throwing food. Same rules as for the grownups. :-)
Can I bring my dog?
No, sorry. We can't allow pets. No exceptions. Not even fish. No guinea pigs or naked mole rats either. Due to insurance and Landlord agreement.
Can I bring friends and family to member events?
We have several member events and most are also for friends and family. Friends and family members are always welcome to tour the space and to join us at our free Coworking meetup.
Can I use the space for my private event?
You can rent the space for your party, workshop or private event on weekends and part of the space on weekday nights. Please contact us for more details.
Can I smoke?
No. We want to make our space as welcoming and pleasant as possible for everyone. If you have to smoke, please go outside.
How about alcohol?
We allow alcohol for member events and after hours. If you get intoxicated or irritable, we will need to ask you to leave.
Always drink and drive responsibly!
Any more questions?
Please send us an email or ask us directly. manager@westseattlecoworking.com
We reserve the right to make updates and change our FAQ page. For our binding agreement, please see and refer to our Member Agreement.
Updated 6/28/2019
All Coworking Members have access to our Coworking space via personal entry system 24/7. IN the case of an after hour event we ask our part time members to modify their attendance.
What are the office hours for a tour and member support?
The office is not staffed full time. If you want to come for a tour, please contact us. We want to make sure we will be available for your questions. If you stop by during office hours one of our members might be available to give you a brief tour. Our tour usually takes 15-20 minutes.
How will I know if this works for me before I sign up?
If you are interested in a membership you ask what is our current trial promotion to find out if our space works for you. After this trial day you may sign our member agreement, set up automatic payments, and start using the space.
Do I have to sign a contract?
All of our memberships are on a month-to-month basis. All members who want to use the space need to sign a membership agreement. If possible, review our agreement at home, before you come in for a tour or your free day. Please bring your credit card or a check to sign up. We bill automatically (via Quickbooks) at the end of each month (27th) for the upcoming month.
Do I have to come at the same day every week for a part time membership?
No, you can come whenever you want and use your days however you like. For example, you can come for a couple of days in a row in the first week of the month and save some for the end of the month. Or you could spread them evenly to come in 1 or 2 days every week. It's all up to you. And with the 'unlimited' or 'fix desk' membership you can come as much or as little you want 7 days a week.
Can I work at the Office after hours?
As a 'unlimited' member Coworking is always (24/7) available in our Focus area. Guests are not allowed outside our core hours weekdays (8 am to 6 pm) unless the meeting room is booked for a hourly rate.
I signed up for limited days and used them all up but still want to come. What should I do?
Please contact us and let us know what other days you plan on coming. We will charge you member day pass rate for any extra days.
Can I meet with clients?
Yes! We have a small meeting rooms perfect for meeting with 4 people. Our meeting room has a whiteboard and a phone. Please reserve the meeting room for a maximum of 2 hours on weekdays 8 am to 6 pm ahead of time via Google calendar in our member area online. Clients who join you for meetings do not have to pay, but please be responsible for your guest. They can not use the space without your presence. If they want to stay for Coworking please arrange this with us ahead of time and pay the guest rate for them.
Can I share my monthly days with my partner?
Yes, we allow you to sign up one other person for your 5/10 or 15 days per month memberships and for a fixed desk. Unlimited flexible memberships can't be shared. Your 'other person' will have to co-sign our member agreement (general rules).
Can my small team use the Coworking space?
Yes, your team is welcome. If you virtual team needs a space for meetings, please ask us about availability.
Can I rollover my unused days?
No, we don't offer rollover.
What if I come for a few hours here and there. Could I come more days then the agreed days?
No. sorry. A day is a day even if you decide to take advantage only of a few hours of the day. if you need to come more days just let us know and we can change your plan.
Can I get a private office?
No, we don't offer private offices. Unless you need to be on the phone or have very confidential information do handle you might be happy with one of our fixed desks. Just try it for a day!
Do I get my own desk?
Yes, we offer permanent/fixed desks. If you sign up for a 'fix desk' membership, pick your favorite in the dedicated 'focus room'. First come, first serve.
Where can I sit?
We have designed our space to be as ergonomic and flexible as possible. We encourage you to switch it up at least every few hours for better health and a new perspective. We offer good chairs, standing desks ball chair and other options. Find a space that suits you best for a while and then keep moving. It's good for you!
Do I need to bring my computer?
Yes, you should bring your WiFi-ready computer to use our high speed internet connection.
Where can I park?
Street parking on California Ave SW is free. Parking in all side streets all around our office is always easy to find and the walk is short. Or you can rent a parking spot from us.
Can I book the meeting room for a meeting all day (9-5)?
The meeting room is a shared space, so please talk to us if you have such special need.
Can I rent your meeting room only?
Yes.
My life changed. How can I quit or suspend my membership?
Our memberships are month to month. Please give us your written notice (email or letter) by the 15th of the month to cancel your membership for the following month. We will be sorry to see you go, but we understand.
Can I get a refund if I did not use the space?
No. Our memberships are month to month and allow for lots of flexibility. You can cancel anytime before the 15th of the current month (when our billing occurs) for the following month and reactivate your membership without paying the one-time registration fee if you decide to come back in the future.
Can I leave my stuff?
Yes, you can leave your stuff on one of the regular desk during the day. Please don't leave your belongings in our phone booths or meeting room. Unless you have a fixed desk, please don't leave your items on desks at the end of the day - take them home or put them away in a locker, which you can rent for a small extra fee. We don't take any responsibility for missing items and your belongings are your own responsibility and are not insured in any way by us.
Can I print unlimited? My book, my scrapbook, my flyer campaign?
We provide a black and white network printer for regular use (about 20 pages per day) in the space. If you plan on printing a lot, please use a print shop. If you print between 20 and 100 pages please pay extra (0.10 per page b/w or 0.25 for color). We are happy to provide printers to make your work life easier but we need to keep it manageable. Please help us save paper and toner and limit your color prints to a few per month. As long as everyone uses our resources mindfully, we will be offer to offer printing for free. We want to keep it simple and we want you to focus on getting your work done.
Where is my food?
Please label all personal food in the fridge or pantry. Food without a name might be eaten by members or at member events or thrown out at clean up day. We ask that you only store your lunch food in the fridge. If you have non-perishable items, label them and use the food cabinet underneath the tea drawer.
Do I need to pay extra for coffee, printing and Internet?
No, we included all costs for coffee and tea in your membership as long as everyone uses our resources mindfully. We want to keep it simple and we want you to focus on getting your work done.
Do I have to clean up?
Please use our shared space with respect and keep it clean and orderly. You won't have to help with regular cleaning, but please clean up after yourself and help yourself with a broom or paper towel as you would do in your home. We take care of the cleaning weekly and got good ratings for our maintenance.
Where is my coffee?
Coffee supplies are in the pantry. Help yourself.
Can I play my music?
Please listen to your music using headphones. If you are talking 'live music', we are happy to sign you up to perform at our next member event.
Can I bring a guest?
Yes, please bring a guest. You are fully responsible for any actions of your guest and can't be left alone in our space.
Can I bring my kids?
School-aged, well behaved kids are welcome for a brief visit to our space and as visitors on a guest pass. No running, screaming, throwing food. Same rules as for the grownups. :-)
Can I bring my dog?
No, sorry. We can't allow pets. No exceptions. Not even fish. No guinea pigs or naked mole rats either. Due to insurance and Landlord agreement.
Can I bring friends and family to member events?
We have several member events and most are also for friends and family. Friends and family members are always welcome to tour the space and to join us at our free Coworking meetup.
Can I use the space for my private event?
You can rent the space for your party, workshop or private event on weekends and part of the space on weekday nights. Please contact us for more details.
Can I smoke?
No. We want to make our space as welcoming and pleasant as possible for everyone. If you have to smoke, please go outside.
How about alcohol?
We allow alcohol for member events and after hours. If you get intoxicated or irritable, we will need to ask you to leave.
Always drink and drive responsibly!
Any more questions?
Please send us an email or ask us directly. manager@westseattlecoworking.com
We reserve the right to make updates and change our FAQ page. For our binding agreement, please see and refer to our Member Agreement.
Updated 6/28/2019