Sandra Barreto
25 Jun 2025
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The best of both worlds 😉
Who said you have to choose between a private office and a coworking space? At Lexington, you can enjoy both: an exclusive, tailor-made space for your team, and at the same time, access to common areas, meeting rooms by the hour, and a professional community that adds value.
A private office in a coworking space is an exclusive area within a shared environment. That means your team has its own closed office, but within a center shared with other companies, startups, and professionals.
Unlike open spaces or flexible desks (hot desk), a private office provides exclusivity, greater control over the environment, and confidentiality. In contrast, the hot desk means sharing desks based on availability, which may be ideal for freelancers but less optimal for teams that require constant coordination.
Because you don’t have to give anything up. A private office in a coworking space gives you the best of both worlds: the peace and privacy of a traditional office, with all the benefits of a shared space.
It’s the perfect choice if you're looking for a professional, yet flexible and comfortable environment, full of opportunities. Ideal for focusing when needed, and connecting when you want to.
Still not sure if a private office in a coworking space is right for you? Then check out this list of advantages and the comparison table we’ve prepared.
One of the main reasons many companies opt for a private office in a coworking space is undoubtedly the need for a dedicated space to concentrate, work without distractions, and hold confidential conversations or meetings.
At Lexington, many of our clients choose this service for exactly that reason: they want a quiet, personalized environment tailored to their way of working, but without giving up the dynamism and resources of a shared space.
With traditional offices, long-term commitments, extra expenses, and lack of adaptability are part of the package. In contrast, private offices in coworking spaces allow you to rent exactly what you need, only for the time you need it.
What’s more, many services are already included: cleaning, furniture, maintenance, reception… And if your team grows or changes, you can adapt the space without hassle or penalties.
In a flexible workspace you have access to this list of services (and many more!) without having to manage them yourself:
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Even though you work in your own office, you’re part of an ecosystem full of talent and opportunities. You can also take part in corporate events that enrich the work experience.
| Feature | Traditional office | Coworking with hot desk | Private office in corporate coworking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Privacy | High | Low | High |
| Contract flexibility | Low | High | High |
| Operating costs | High (maintenance, services...) | Low | Controlled and included |
| Access to shared areas and services | Limited | Yes | Yes |
| Customization options | Yes | No | Yes |
| Community and networking | Limited | Yes | Yes |
This model suits many types of companies, but there are some profiles that benefit from it the most:
For entrepreneurs and small businesses, having a private coworking office means accessing a professional environment from day one, with controlled costs and high-level services.
If your team combines remote and in-person work, this type of office is ideal. You can size it according to the number of days of attendance and optimize your investment.
Many large companies choose private offices in coworking spaces to place teams in key locations like Paseo de la Castellana in Madrid or Avenida Diagonal in Barcelona, without the logistics of a traditional office.
Being well located improves your brand image, makes it easier for clients and collaborators to reach you, and increases your company’s visibility. At Lexington’s flex spaces, we offer premium locations in the main business areas of Barcelona and Madrid. Check out our locations on the website!
Check what services are included: cleaning, security, reception, meeting rooms, common areas… And above all, make sure you can adapt the space to your work style or brand image!
According to this BBC article, in hybrid environments it’s important that workspaces feel personal and reflect their users, as this directly impacts motivation and team well-being. As Sunkee Lee, professor at Carnegie Mellon University, explains, “research has shown that the more a worker identifies with a place, the more connected they feel to the company. They perceive the office as their own, personalized space, which leads to greater satisfaction and overall productivity.”
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One of the biggest advantages of this model is that you can adjust the space based on your growth, without commitments. This way, you invest smartly and stay agile in a changing market.
At Lexington, we’ve been the launchpad (and often the expansion platform) for companies of all sizes. From small local businesses that started in our private coworking spaces to large international firms that trust us to host their teams in Spain. Check out their success stories—they’re also ours!
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She is the Office Manager in Lexington Diagonal –Trade Buildings in Barcelona and our correspondent in the Catalonian city. Sandra is Lexington, its energy and its brand philosophy in Barcelona, and after many years she has become an expert on the matter! However, her true essence lies on being the most detail-oriented and creative Office Manager there is. She lives for our clients and our team! Mama bear, for sure.
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