Sustainability and Economic Regeneration: The Strategic Role of Coworking Spaces

Giulia Padovani (), Maria Giovina Pasca (), Gabriella Arcese () and Mario Risso ()
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Giulia Padovani: Niccolò Cusano University, Department of Economic, Psychological, Communication, Education and Motor Sciences
Maria Giovina Pasca: Niccolò Cusano University, Department of Economic, Psychological, Communication, Education and Motor Sciences
Gabriella Arcese: Niccolò Cusano University, Department of Economic, Psychological, Communication, Education and Motor Sciences
Mario Risso: Niccolò Cusano University, Department of Economic, Psychological, Communication, Education and Motor Sciences

Chapter Chapter 22 in Human Resource Development for Sustainability and Social Responsibility, 2026, pp 305-315 from Springer

Abstract: Abstract The evolution of coworking, a phenomenon that has become established in the sharing economy and the growing spread of freelance workers, has transformed the way we conceive workspaces. These flexible environments promote collaboration, knowledge sharing and community building, breaking away from traditional offices with values such as flexibility, social interaction and networking. In Italy, Milan has seen rapid adoption of coworking spaces, supported by municipal incentives, while other cities such as Rome, despite economic difficulties, are establishing initiatives that promote innovation. Globally, coworking has seen significant economic growth, increasing profitability margins thanks to contractual flexibility and reduced fixed costs. Coworking spaces have also become vehicles for sustainability, promoting urban regeneration by reusing disused buildings, reducing environmental impact and stimulating the local economy. This study aims to analyze how coworking can contribute to the urban regeneration of peripheral areas in Italy, examining three coworking spaces and their economic, social and environmental impact. The results highlight the strategic role of coworking in creating sustainable and collaborative work models, answering the question of how these spaces can stimulate a positive urban transformation in peripheral areas.

Keywords: Sharing economy; Coworking spaces; Collaborative workplaces; Social relations; Urban regeneration (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2026
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DOI: 10.1007/978-3-032-09683-8_22

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