Cultivating a joyful workspace at home

Interview Summary

Exploring why some entrepreneurs prefer coworking or coffee shops to working from home, Angelica highlights the energy and communal vibe these spaces offer.

She discusses how these environments create a feeling of accountability with others working around you, which can sometimes be lacking in a home setting.

Angelica describes the architectural and design elements of The Preserve that encourage movement, interaction and serendipitous encounters among its members. The non-linear pathways and communal areas are designed to encourage communication and spark innovation and creativity.

I love working in a creative environment, and I guess that's a big reason why I love working here. This environment provides me with an opportunity to bring out fresh ideas. It can also be challenging in a way where it may push my creativity to think even further outside the box.

Angelica Lane

Angelica shares her approach to creating a productive and joyful home workspace, emphasizing the importance of flexibility and openness to updates based on personal and seasonal changes.

Angelica reflects on the significant role of community in sustaining energy and inspiration. She advocates for workspaces that encourage not just individual productivity but also collective wellbeing and collaborative opportunities.

Angelica discusses the importance of sensory elements in combating stagnation and enhancing creativity at home. She mentions using music, incense, and visual elements like drone footage to create an inspiring work atmosphere.