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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

Brighton-based artist Steve Thompson gives us a glimpse inside his practice and the potential behind reworking and reinterpreting found imagery.

Cecilia’s world is populated by dramatic lights, a dreamlike colour palette and cinematic compositions. All these elements beautifully blend, contributing to a sense of whispered narratives hinted at behind each image.

Amongst a melting-pot of freelancers; small businesses and creatives; our members sport an array of talents both inside and outside of the workplace. Meet Zeynep, graphic designer by day and visual artist by night.

As you may know, every year we exhibit works from local artists. This year’s theme puts a focus around community stories, narratives of the city and the wonder of it’s inhabitants. Our first exhibitor is Brighton-based photographer Hugh Fox.

One of our first members, Eva has been with us since September 2021 and is the mind behind Edify Content Studio. Let’s find out what she’s up to!

This week we got to discover what goes on behind the lenses of Brighton-based photographer Jack Smethers. Jack will also be displaying one of his recent projects with us.

Continuing our ‘Meet The Members’ series, this week we spoke to our member, partner and vino guru Karl Elwood

In our next Meet the Members post, we’re introducing Associate Members, The Parents Class - a new antenatal education company working with real midwives to deliver classes for expecting parents!

At WRAP I am really proud of our supportive and encouraging environment where apprentices learn from each other, from our fully qualified educators and senior staff. Our nursery children are curious, eager to learn, engaged and love interacting with our apprentices - no day is ever the same, it is a very rewarding role!

We’re continuing our ‘Meet The Members’ series - this time introducing the amazing Charlotte Young, who has a dedicated desk at WRAP for her business, Copper Moth Design!

This series highlights the fantastic members at WRAP who use our on-site nursery! This time we’re introducing Hannah from CBF Design, whose daughter has been in the nursery since she was 6 months old.

We’re continuing with our ‘Meet The Members’ series - this month introducing the wonderful team behind Social Firefly!