ABSTRACT

In the last two decades, new working spaces (NWS), such as co-working spaces, libraries and cafeterias have been increasingly used as temporary or permanent locations for work. Studies on their proliferation, types and location factors are rapidly appearing from multiple perspectives. However, several European cities still lack a clear overview of this phenomenon. In this context, a systematic spatial analysis of NWS within the urban structure should be carried out, considering the characteristics of the urban form, degree of accessibility and travel mode opportunities, as well as multi-functionality of the urban districts and location of jobs. Thus, the paper first presents a review of the current studies on location factors of NWS and then develops additional planning arguments on the multi-functionality, urban form. Next, the phenomenon is empirically analysed in Helsinki Metropolitan Area. The results show that the NWS are predominantly located in the most compact and/or multi-functional districts and pedestrian zones. Unlike in many other European cities, there are both free and paid NWS. This new knowledge is not yet embedded in the planning agendas, but it can support future strategies and practices for a more sustainable urban development including the location of workplaces.

摘要

在过去的二十年里，新的工作空间 (NWS)，例如联合办公空间、图书馆和自助餐厅，越来越多地被用作临时或永久工作场所。从多个角度对其增殖、类型和位置因素的研究正在迅速出现。然而，一些欧洲城市仍然缺乏对这一现象的清晰认识。在此背景下，应考虑城市形态特征、可达性程度和出行方式机会，以及城区和工作地点的多功能性，对城市结构内的 NWS 进行系统的空间分析。因此，本文首先回顾了当前关于 NWS 区位因素的研究，然后提出了关于多功能、城市形态的额外规划论点。下一个，对赫尔辛基都会区的现象进行了实证分析。结果表明，NWS 主要位于最紧凑和/或多功能的地区和步行区。与许多其他欧洲城市不同，这里有免费和付费的 NWS。这种新知识尚未纳入规划议程，但它可以支持未来的战略和实践，以实现更可持续的城市发展，包括工作场所的选址。