Eindhoven has one of the most developed coworking ecosystems in the Netherlands, shaped by the city’s unique concentration of technology companies, design studios, startups, and the large international workforce that ASML, Philips, NXP, and the broader Brainport network have attracted. The options range from the High Tech Campus, which offers coworking desks surrounded by 300 technology companies, to creative maker spaces at Strijp-S, flexible day-use desks at Seats2meet, and specialist spaces for freelancers and early-stage startups. Most of the best options are concentrated in Strijp-S and the city centre, with the High Tech Campus as the option for those working in or near the technology sector. For daily cafe working see the cafes guide.
Eindhoven’s coworking scene reflects the Brainport culture: most spaces emphasise community and collaboration as much as desk space. Member events, cross-discipline networking, and maker facilities such as workshops are common across the better spaces. The Strijp-S locations in particular attract a mix of designers, engineers, and creatives that reflects the district’s broader character.
The most prominent coworking space in Strijp-S, housing around 200 companies and 800 members in a modern industrial building with significant maker facilities: wood, metal, and ceramic workshops sit alongside conventional desk and office space. The interior is warm and colourful with a lot of natural light, and the rooftop sky bar is a popular spot for Friday drinks that routinely extend into social evenings. The community emphasis is genuine, with events, cross-member introductions, and a hospitality team that keeps the day-to-day operation smooth. Open 24 hours, with a large car park and strong public transport links. Available as hot desks, dedicated desks, private offices, and short-term contracts. Well suited to freelancers and small teams in creative, design, and technology fields.
A flexible day-use coworking location in the historic apparatenfabriek building on Strijp-S, the former Philips appliance factory, offering hot desks bookable by the hour or day without any long-term commitment. Seats2meet operates on a pay-per-use model with no contract required, making it the most accessible option for expats who need occasional professional workspace rather than a permanent base. Meeting rooms are available to book separately. Lunch is made with local produce and worth ordering. An excellent option for ASML or Philips contractors who need a professional working environment for occasional days when working from home is not practical.
A creative campus housing over 250 independent makers, designers, and entrepreneurs in studio and workshop spaces. Sectie-C is less a conventional coworking space than a community of independent practitioners who share a building and the energy that comes from 250 different creative projects running simultaneously. Studio and desk memberships are available on monthly terminable contracts, making it accessible for freelancers who are still finding their feet in Eindhoven. The campus opens its studio doors to the public on the last Sunday of every month, which gives prospective members a genuine sense of the community before committing. Best suited to designers, makers, and creative freelancers who benefit from being surrounded by practitioners in similar fields.
Coworking and office space on the campus described as the smartest square kilometre in the world, surrounded by ASML, NXP, Philips, and over 300 other technology companies and research institutes. The campus offers dedicated startup coworking desks from around 199 euros per month, private offices, lab spaces, and dedicated innovation hubs focused on AI, spatial computing, and health technology. The network access alone makes it valuable for technology-sector professionals: the campus community actively facilitates connections between members and the major companies and investors operating on campus. The most serious professional coworking environment in Eindhoven, and one of the most distinctive in Europe. Best suited to startups, scale-ups, and independent consultants in deep technology fields.
A premium office and coworking building on the Torenallee, the main boulevard of Strijp-S, operating from a building with a strong connection to Philips’ technological history as the birthplace of the first DVD and Blu-ray player. KICK Offices operates from VideoLab as part of a portfolio of premium Eindhoven locations that also includes MELT Strijp-T and the Innovation Powerhouse. The setting combines the creative energy of Strijp-S with a polished and professional working environment, making it one of the more prestigious addresses available to growing companies in the district. Well suited to technology and design companies that want a Strijp-S address with a premium finish.
A coworking space in the Strijp district aimed specifically at freelancers and early-stage startups who need a monthly-terminable workspace without the commitment of a longer contract. The practical and affordable positioning makes it an accessible first step for expats who have recently arrived in Eindhoven and want a professional base while they establish themselves. The community is less developed than Microlab or Sectie-C but the flexibility and pricing make it the most practical option for those in the earlier stages of their Eindhoven working life. A reliable and no-frills choice that serves its target market well.
A campus focused on high-tech manufacturing and the supply chain ecosystem that supports ASML, Philips, and the broader Brainport industry. Companies on the BIC share workspaces and facilities but the primary reason to be here is the community: the campus is specifically designed for entrepreneurs and companies working in high-tech manufacturing, and the connections to buyers, suppliers, and research partners within the campus are what distinguishes it from a conventional coworking space. Best suited to companies in precision engineering, semiconductor supply chain, medical devices, and advanced manufacturing rather than general technology or design practices.
Choosing the right space: The right coworking space in Eindhoven depends heavily on what you are working on. Microlab and Sectie-C suit creative, design, and maker-oriented work. The High Tech Campus suits deep technology and engineering. Seats2meet is best for occasional flexible use with no commitment. Strijp CS works for early-stage freelancers who need something affordable and simple.
Day-use options: For occasional days, Seats2meet Strijp-S offers the simplest booking model with no contract or membership required. Several of Eindhoven’s better cafes also work well for a focused working day: DENF Coffee in the Witte Dame and Coffeelab are both reliable with free WiFi. See the cafes guide for more.
For ASML and Philips contractors: Contractors and consultants working on the High Tech Campus or at Philips’ city-centre locations who need occasional professional workspace will find Seats2meet and Strijp CS the most practical options. The High Tech Campus itself offers guest and day-use desk options for those with a campus connection.
The Brainport support network: The Holland Expat Center South at the High Tech Campus provides support for international workers including workspace introductions, community events, and practical registration assistance. See the Eindhoven city guide for more on the HECS and the broader Brainport support ecosystem.