The pandemic has brought major changes in the country, may it be in education, transportation, tourism or work arrangement. Currently, companies are returning to office spaces however, hybrid work set up has also been adapted which is basically a work model where employees are working both in the office and remotely. This type of arrangement is widely preferred by employees across the country due to the advantages it offers such as reducing daily costs, balanced work-life, increase in productivity and it lessens the pollution.
Due to the demand of hybrid set up, more and more businesses are converting and adjusting wherein more employees around the metro are looking for spaces they can visit to do work while chilling during their off-site days. Here are the list of some of the perfect work spots we curated for you:
Commune
This cafe shop is a go-to place especially for those who are in remote work located in Poblacion, Makati. Spacious, well lit and ventilated, and has a homey ambiance which makes it a perfect workplace environment for you to focus and be more productive in your tasks. They also have an extensive menu made from fresh ingredients that you can try and of course, the must-try coffees.
The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf
Located in Quezon City, CBTL offers lounges where you can relax and unwind comfortably while finishing up your pending work loads. This hub also is the spot for you to attend work meetings as its surrounding is peaceful, quiet and cozy. Wi-Fi is also available if you are looking for a faster and stable one.
High Grounds Cafe
Looking for a computer shop, cafe and a restaurant? High Grounds Cafe situated in Quezon City has it all plus it is also opened 24 hours daily. This shop is the ultimate hub for every employee, especially those who are in dire need of an ultra high speed internet connection --so you don't have to worry about consuming all your data. Chill, with good air conditioning and spacious indeed.
Habitual Coffee
If you are located around Quezon City, BGC or Salcedo Village in Makati, then this cafe near your area is the ideal work space for you. Habitual Coffee offers specialty coffees that are brewed using AeroPress Hand-Brewed Coffee made through extracting air pressure which is interesting and a must-try if you are a caffeine addict. Above all, what makes this hub a topnotch for workers are the necessary elements needed for doing tasks such as fast and stable internet connection, sockets if your devices need power, cozy ambiance and the roofing that lets the natural skylight come inside the cafe.
YDG
This hub stands for 'Your Daily Grind' which is known to be a 'Coffice', a combination of a coffee shop and an office and it definitely lives by its name as Students and workers are a common sight here grinding everyday. The overall place is totally spacious and laid-back, nothing super fancy but it is an environment that is welcoming especially to those who need time and place to do some work.
Frank and Dean
Their goal is to serve you a freshly brewed coffee because a cup of caffeine goes a long way. If you are stressed out with your backlogs this is the spot to spend your day. Approachable staff, good food with a great amount of serving and a friendly-worker set up. Not too crowded, so you can pay it a visit sometime during your off-site day.