7 offices: Sloterdijk

The Sloterdijk district has tremendous business potential. Not only it contains one of the most important transportation junctions in the capital but it has always had a positive business reputation. In the 1990s Sloterdijk was a hotspot for telecom and internet companies and the neighbourhood is planning on regaining this reputation. Historically, Amsterdam has always been a city to which open-minded people are drawn and has evolved into an open, free and inclusive democratic society. This diversity within the population of the city is one of its key assets, which, placed within a city much smaller than New York and London, enables close proximity of people, knowledge and ideas driving the city’s entrepreneurial and innovative spirit. The city thrives on creativity, complementarity and collaboration. And while collaboration in Amsterdam is important, many companies have already started to struggle to search for one. The city is saturated with companies and such an extended list makes it hard actually finding a suitable partner. That’s why office locations like Sloterdijk have started to take over the local market. To boost growth, some companies have become keen on moving to a smaller location. Such neighbourhoods have an effect similar to the one coworking spaces have: space sharing enables better collaboration and improves companies’ recognition in the area.

Offices in Sloterdijk can be used by a wide range of companies. Large, medium-sized or solo-expert companies can all find suitable office facilities in the district. As a potential tenant, you have to make a fundamental choice when it comes to office rental. What kind of office space will benefit your business the most: a private office or a serviced office. Even though the options might seem similar at first sight, they are actually fundamentally different and your choice should depend on the business model and the budget of your company. Private offices might be cheaper in the long run, but be prepared to make a serious financial commitment as soon as you move in. Space might need renovation, new furniture and equipment in order to meet the needs of your employees. Modern workers already expect a list of services like coffee bars, canteens, lounge areas, etc. So be prepared to ensure all these things in your building. On the other hand, the rent at a serviced office might be more expensive, but all the service are being provided for you. Moreover, tenancy agreements at the serviced offices are much more flexible.