Since COVID-19, there has been a significant change in how and where we work, with many people choosing hourly, daily, or monthly workplaces as an alternative to returning to the office.

Since the pandemic ended commuting to work and in-person interactions with coworkers, many Americans have worked remotely for more than a year.

Employees are looking for places to work that suit their changing needs as the transition from office to remote work is likely to become a permanent fixture for many in New York City (office spaces for lease in Midtown and Lower Manhattan business districts reached an all-time high of 16.4% in March).

We’ve compiled a list of locations where you may work in peace for individuals who live in New York City and need a break from the confines of their home office and those who are going to the city for work.

Lobby bar vibes in Freehold, Brooklyn, with lots of room

While Freehold Brooklyn is well-known as a nightlife hotspot, it also provides 8,600 square feet of excellent workspace during the day. Work from the coffee shop, the lobby bar’s light-filled space, or crouch in the corner of the spacious outdoor area.

For individuals interested in making this a regular hangout, the venue has an invite-only, free membership program for creatives and tech workers.

Black Car Lux – Focus on work while driving without interruptions.

If you have back-to-back meetings all over the city, consider using an Black Car Lux chauffeur to get around safely.

From the backseat of a high-end car driven by a discreet and competent driver whose primary goal is your safety, you can access those emails or arrange a last-minute meeting with a client.

Perhaps all you need to do is get across town, and you want to escape the crowded train. Black car lux’s innovative on-demand service is the ideal option to exit the busy streets of New York City quickly. Simply Download the Black Car Lux app and call a driver within minutes.

Breathe, then hire an office to finalize the contract

Breather could be an alternative for you if you’re seeking an office space to host a meeting or want to work productively away from communal areas. To discover a site that meets your needs, you can narrow down the city’s available office spaces by location, size, timeline, price, and amenities.

When you rent a venue, you will receive a keypad with a unique access code allowing you to enter the building only.

Work outside at a table reserved for the day with Kindred.

After pausing over the winter, East Village restaurant Kindred has resumed its Work From Kindred program. Every week, on Wednesday through Friday, you can reserve a table for the entire day. You can come and go between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. at the tables.

Utilize the free Wi-Fi, unlimited coffee, and charging stations. If you want to cap off your productive day, stay for happy hour or dinner.

Spring Place offers exclusive membership rooms for artists.

Spring Place, which has a Club in the center of TriBeCa and provides shared and private spaces, is another option for artists.

You can enter the Club through a community membership, which offers access to its meeting rooms, social areas, bar and lounge, rooftop terrace, and recurring monthly events. Each space is elegantly decorated, providing the ideal setting for creativity.

For overnight stays, use Howard.

Book 11 Howard’s Terrace Suite in SoHo if you’re staying in New York City overnight and want to combine your lodging with your work area.

A king bedroom, master and guest bathrooms, a dining area, and a rooftop patio are all included in the 3,000 square feet of space.

Up to 50 guests can attend a conference or gathering on the rooftop terrace while the New York City cityscape sparkles in the background.