First Look: Congregate by Industrious

It’s hard to imagine a better location than that of Congregate by Industrious. Not only is this Midtown Manhattan office space only a few blocks from Bryant Park, Grand Central, New York Public Library, and Times Square — putting some of the city’s most storied sites within walking distance — but also the building itself is a landmark in its own right. In 1907, Andrew Carnegie had it constructed as a gift to The Engineering Society, whose members included the likes of Thomas Edison and Nikola Tesla. Its limestone and brick facade still houses a number of original features, including its tall ceilings and ornate lobby.

Today, Congregate by Industrious occupies the building’s seventh, eighth, and ninth floors, providing members with a range of purpose-built spaces designed for everything from brainstorming and networking to conference calls and focus work.

The workplace has an industrial look with high ceilings and exposed ductwork.

Community managers make sure that there’s always a fresh pot of coffee in the kitchen

There are a range of conference rooms available for teams of different sizes.

Private offices and suites gives teams a place of their own within the larger communal workplace.

Soundproof phone booths make it easy to hop on a call without disturbing teammates.

Lounges make it easy to meet — and network with — fellow members.