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Doomscrolling: Why We Can’t Stop and How to Take Back Control
Our generation lives online. Between work, social media, and the endless stream of updates, doomscrolling has quietly slipped into our daily routine like an unwelcome guest. It’s become a habit for many of us, and honestly? It’s hard to break.

A Home Away from Home: Why a Dedicated Desk Beats Your Sofa or Kitchen Table
Working from home often starts with high hopes of productivity but quickly turns into a battle with distractions, discomfort, and blurred boundaries. The sofa or kitchen table might seem convenient, but they fall short in providing the environment needed for true success. Enter the dedicated desk: the ultimate solution for those who want a workspace that feels like home but works like an office.

Meet the Team: Lola
Introducing Lola! Jazz-lover, Coffee connoisseur and WRAP’s Meeting and Events Coordinator.

Collaboration is Key: Why a Shareable Coworking Membership Might Work for You
In today’s dynamic work environment, the concept of coworking has evolved far beyond the simple act of sharing office space. It has become a hub of collaboration, creativity, and community. Whether you’re a freelancer, entrepreneur, or part of a remote team, a shareable coworking membership could be the perfect solution to enhance your productivity and broaden your professional network.

The Office That Works for You: Why Businesses Are Choosing WRAP
Finding the right office space isn’t just about square footage – it’s about creating the perfect environment for your business to thrive. Whether you’re leading a growing team, scaling up a consultancy, or looking for a flexible HQ, your office should work for you – not the other way around.

Meet the Team: Sarah
Meet Sarah! One of WRAP’s wonderful co-founders and a women of many talents, as you will discover!

The Best Hot Chocolates in Brighton
The perfect hot chocolate is hard to find, nothing is worse than expecting hot chocolaty goodness and then being met with watery milk... To avoid this disappointment, here is our list of the best hot chocolates in Brighton.

Meet the Team: Nina
With this new series, we will be getting to know the team behind WRAP a little bit better! This week, we sat down with scatting aficionado, Nina.

Why You Should Stop Using Stock Photos
Have you ever looked for a service provider to help you with something and recognised images on their website and social media because you’ve seen them elsewhere? That’s because they’re probably using stock images and I’m here to tell you to NOT do that!

Meet the Members: Dean from Sussex Bay
Sussex Bay is new, launched in Brighton in June 2024 and is co-producing a blueprint for seascape recovery over the years ahead, as we build up a £50M for nature-led recovery and engage communities around our work. We are nature first and a small but mighty team of two: you'll see me and Dr Lewis White, our Science Lead in WRAP, plus we're about to recruit a Communities Lead.

7 Brand Photos Every Business Needs
When you run a business, you’ll realise you need to invest in some professional photos at some point. But what kind of photos you really need. And why?

Creating Uplifting Workspaces. Tips, Tricks, and a Dash of Cheeky Banter.
Rising like mushrooms in a time of need, coworking spaces have become the epicenter of collaboration and creativity. But not all are created equal. To design a space that inspires and motivates its members, it’s essential to focus on key elements that promote focus, productivity, and well-being.

New Year, New You: Why 2025 Is the Year to Join a Coworking Space
As we step into 2025, the way we work continues to transform. Gone are the days when traditional office setups were the only option. Enter coworking spaces—the perfect blend of flexibility, community, and productivity. Whether you're a freelancer, small business owner, or part of a growing team, coworking spaces are reshaping the modern workplace.
The Freelancer’s Guide to Staying Connected and Avoiding Burnout
Freelancing is a dream for many: the freedom to choose your projects, set your hours, and work in spaces that inspire you. But alongside the perks, there’s a shadow side—burnout. The long hours, constant self-management, and isolation can creep up, leaving even the most passionate freelancers drained. That’s why we’ve put together this guide to help you stay connected, energized, and far away from the burnout zone.

The Future of Work: Why Flexible Offices Are Leading the Way
As we move into a new era of work, one thing is clear: the traditional office model is no longer the default. For modern business leaders managing growing teams, the future of work demands flexibility and a space that welcomes productivity and collaboration. Enter flexible offices – a modern solution for the modern workforce.

Coffee Break Spots Around Brighton
With coffee shops round every corner it would be an impossible challenge to try and visit every coffee shop in Brighton! So to help with the big decision of where to go, we have come up with a list of some of the cosiest coffee shops to visit for a coffee break while at WRAP.

National Work-Life Week: What is it and the importance of keeping a Healthy Work Life Balance.
As we approach National Work Life Week, it’s the perfect time to reflect on and celebrate the importance of achieving a healthy balance between our professional and personal lives.

Meet the Workshop Hosts: Laura (Olhos Violeta) • Sip & Paint
We are very excited to welcome our new Sip & Paint teacher Laura aka Olhos Violeta!
We’ve had chat with her the other week to learn more about her artistic style and what to expect from our new Sip & Paint classes.

Meet the Members: Make Good Design
Following the relaunch of their website, we got to chat with the talented team behind Make Good Design to learn more about what goes on backstage!