Office Space

As a self-employed person just starting out, I call the cafes and libraries of Houston my offices. When I'm not on location I return emails, edit video, and design graphics among my neighbors. These neighbors can serve as inspiration or distractions. When the later is true, it helps to have a good office. A place with enough room to disengage without having to cram yourself into a corner goes a long way. Good lighting, a pleasant aroma, sufficient research material, and CLEAN BATHROOMS [with good soap and no touch hand dryers] all ameliorate productivity. I have found quite a few good spots like Looscan Library.

Located at 2510 Willowick near Westheimer Road, Looscan provides an excellent venue to work. The beautiful edifice complete with a bell tower sets the scene for a pleasant experience. Looscan provides ample parking and handicap wide accessible doors. So whether you have a physical disability or full hands you will have no problems entering the building.

Once you enter the library there is a cafe style sitting area where you can have a snack before you dive into work or take a lunch break once you start. The large window makes this an ideal seating area for anyone waiting on a ride.

The library itself provides 3 distinct areas in addition to it's computer lab, which has over 25 computers available for pateons to use. The chidren have a "tree house" area; as your little one explores, he/she will enter a forest complete with carved squirrels and fun stuffed animals. There is a teen reading area with comfy bright red and white pods. Finally, Looscan provides an adult reading room with stylish club chairs; you will think that you sit in the posh study of an old house.

Along the walls in front of each large window is a table near an electrical outlet that has 4 sockets. There is sufficient room for your Mac, your iPad, your iPhone, all of your notes, your research materials, your study/business partner, and ladies your purse!

Needless to say, I had a pleasantly productive day at Looscan. I cleared my to-do list and the time flew by! If you are looking for a surrogate office try out this great locale!

-- Jeniro is on the go, follow me on twitter @orinej