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The Center for Craft offers a collaborative coworking space, lecture hall, classrooms, and conference rooms where local and national groups can grow creative ideas, businesses, organizations and projects. Designed for and by makers, all in the heart of downtown Asheville.
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Reimagine your workspace. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, maker, artist, designer, scholar, or student, find creative space here that will inspire your most meaningful work.
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Cowork Plans
Ways to Co
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We’re reimagining coworking as a place that can intentionally support creative entrepreneurs by bringing them together in the same space with the businesses and services that empower them.
Ways to cowork
Private Office
$500–$1200
Unlimited access during extended hours
Direct fiber internet
14 hrs/month of conference room usage
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Anchor Desk
$300
Unlimited access during extended hours
Dedicated desk space & storage
10 hrs/month of conference room usage
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F/T Flex Plan
$200
Unlimited access during standard hours
Shared desk space
6 hrs/month of conference room usage
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Day Pass
$35/Day
Access for the day during standard hours
Shared desk space
Use of privacy booths
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Join us for Flex Days!
Every Thursday between 10am and 6pm, community members can enjoy Day Pass access to Cowork with pay-what-you-wish pricing. Space is limited.
All Cowork plans include high-speed wifi, access to all amenities, and are billed monthly.
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Included for all Coworkers
Cowork at Center for Craft offers a perfect mix of public and private workspace, including a reading lounge, classroom spaces, a kitchenette, a coffee lounge and phone booths. It is designed for and by makers and features art installations by local, regional, and nationally-acclaimed artists like Harvey Littleton, Tanya Aguiñiga, and more.
Delicious tea, Counter Culture Coffee, and Buchi Kombucha on us
Direct fiber internet and high–speed wifi
Mail and package service
Monthly conference room booking credits
Printing credits for state-of-the-art color printers
Front desk personnel during business hours
Access to a wide network of creative professionals
Artfully crafted work and lounge spaces
Mountain BizWorks programming for creative entrepreneurs
Special pricing on meeting and event space
Phone and nursing booths
Shared kitchenette
Onsite parking available for additional cost
Exciting community events
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Included for every coworker
Delicious tea and Counter Culture coffee on us
Artfully crafted work and lounge spaces
Direct fiber internet and high–speed wifi
Mountain Bizworks programming for creative entrepreneurs
Mail and package service
Special pricing on meeting and event space
Conference room access credits monthly
Access to a wide network of creative professionals
Printing credits on state-of-the-art high speed color printers
Privacy rooms
Front desk personnel during business hours
Shared kitchenette
Onsite parking available ($75–$150 per month)
Exciting community events
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Frequently asked questions
How do I join?
Please
fill out this form online
to request a tour of our coworking space. We’ll show you around, answer your questions, and let you get a feel for things before helping you select a Cowork plan.
Who can join?
Cowork at Center for Craft is tailored to the needs of Asheville’s creative sector. We welcome fellow creatives, makers, students, designers, scholars, entrepreneurs, and the businesses and services that support them.
How much does it cost?
We are excited to offer Cowork Plans to meet a variety of needs – there really is something for everyone! For those visiting or passing through Asheville, Day Passes are available for $35 per day, Flex Plans in our shared Assembly Hall are $200 per month, and our Anchor Desk Plans are $300 per month.
Join us for Flex Days! We're offering a new $10 or Pay-What-You Wish pricing model on our Day Passes every Thursday from 10-6. Space is limited to 5 Day Passes per Flex Day and will be honored on a first come or first reserved basis.
Center for Craft offers a 25% discount to students on Flex Plans with a valid .edu email address. To sign up with a student discount please email
cowork@centerforcraft.org
Can I use the meeting/event rooms in the space?
Yes! Each Cowork plan includes a specified number of monthly hours in our small or large conference rooms. If you manage to use all your allotted hours, we offer coworkers a 50% discount on daytime bookings. We’re also thrilled to provide unlimited use of three privacy rooms, which can be used by new mothers, for your private phone calls, or a moment of quiet time.
Is parking available?
Center for Craft has a limited number of onsite parking spaces available for a monthly fee. Email
cowork@centerforcraft.org
to check on availability.
Other parking options include hourly metered parking along Broadway Street and a paid parking lot across the street (next door to the Masonic Temple). The City of Asheville also provides hourly or monthly parking at the
Civic Center Garage
and the
Rankin Avenue Garage
My dog/cat/rabbit is really sweet. Can I bring them to work with me?
As much as we love pets, we are unable to allow them in our space. While the coworking space is on the second floor, animals threaten the integrity of our first floor galleries and other exhibits.
What is your COVID-19 response?
Cowork at Center for Craft continues to monitor the effects of COVID-19 on the community and following the instruction of federal, state, and local health departments. Our top priority is always the health and safety of our staff, coworkers, and visitors.
Masks may be required for entry and shared spaces depending on levels of community spread.
Frequent hand-washing and hand-sanitizing is encouraged. Sanitation Stations are located throughout the space to encourage coworkers to clean and sanitize after using shared spaces.
Coworkers are asked to maintain a safe distance of 6+ feet from others when navigating through the space.
Coworkers, staff, and visitors who are experiencing symptoms or who have been medically diagnosed with COVID-19 within a specified time frame are asked to follow health guidelines and remain offsite.
Cowork is cleaned professionally twice a week and high contact areas are cleaned daily by staff.
Please contact
cowork@centerforcraft.org
with questions and concerns.
Still have questions? Reach out to us at
cowork@centerforcraft.org
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COVID-19 response
Prioritizing Health & Safety
Cowork at Center for Craft continues to monitor the effects of COVID-19 on the community and following the instruction of federal, state, and local health departments. Our top priority is always the health and safety of our staff, coworkers, and visitors.
Masks may be required for entry and shared spaces depending on levels of community spread.
Frequent hand-washing and hand-sanitizing is encouraged. Sanitation Stations are located throughout the space to encourage coworkers to clean and sanitize after using shared spaces.
Coworkers are asked to maintain a safe distance of 6+ feet from others when navigating through the space.
Coworkers, staff, and visitors who are experiencing symptoms or who have been medically diagnosed with COVID-19 within a specified time frame are asked to follow health guidelines and remain offsite.
Cowork is cleaned professionally twice a week and high contact areas are cleaned daily by staff.
Please contact
cowork@centerforcraft.org
with questions and concerns.
Masks or cloth face-coverings are required for entry, and must be worn in shared spaces at all times.
Coworkers must be mindful of maintaining a safe distance of 6+ feet from others when navigating through the space. The number of Coworkers in the space each day will be monitored and limited to ensure proper physical distancing.
Coworkers, staff, and visitors who are experiencing symptoms or who have been medically diagnosed with COVID-19 within a specified time frame will not be permitted to access the space. Those who have recently traveled must follow all CDC guidelines.
Frequent hand-washing and hand-sanitizing is encouraged. Sanitation Stations are located throughout the space to encourage Coworkers to clean and sanitize after using shared spaces.
Cowork will be cleaned professionally at least twice a week, and will be cleaned daily by Cowork Staff.
Masks or cloth face-coverings are required for entry, and must be worn in shared spaces at all times.
Coworkers must be mindful of maintaining a safe distance of 6+ feet from others when navigating through the space. The number of Coworkers in the space each day will be monitored and limited to ensure proper physical distancing.
Frequent hand-washing and hand-sanitizing is encouraged. Sanitation Stations are located throughout the space to encourage Coworkers to clean and sanitize after using shared spaces.
Coworkers, staff, and visitors who are experiencing symptoms or who have been medically diagnosed with COVID-19 within a specified time frame will not be permitted to access the space. Those who have recently traveled must follow all CDC guidelines.
Cowork will be cleaned professionally at least twice a week, and will be cleaned daily by Cowork Staff.
Unique event and meeting space for your next gathering in Asheville
The Center for Craft offers a variety of artfully designed spaces where local and national groups can gather to communicate, innovate, and be inspired, all in the heart of downtown. From our Warren Wilson Conference Room perfect for a relaxed brainstorming session to our unique and expansive Ideation Lab, there is a place for everyone.
Michael Sherrill Loft
The Michael Sherrill Loft is a unique 1,100 square foot space with large windows overlooking downtown Asheville and Beaucatcher Mountain. The space is perfect for meetings, lectures, and workshops.
Capacity: 36
Complimentary Amenities
WiFi; Projector & screen; flexible wireless conferencing and presentation technology; Multifunctional tables and chairs; Access to catering prep area on the second floor.
The Michael Sherrill Loft is not accessible by elevator.
Explore Asheville Assembly Hall
The Explore Asheville Assembly Hall is a beautiful 1,500 sq ft space on the second floor with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Broadway Street in downtown Asheville. The space is ideal for lectures, receptions, and special events.
Capacity: 60
Complimentary Amenities
WiFi; Projector & screen; Folding chairs; Access to catering prep area on the second floor.
Sara and Bill Morgan
Board Room
The 500 sq ft Sara and Bill Morgan Board Room is located on the second floor, adjacent to the Assembly Hall. The room is well-lit with original brick walls, high ceilings and large windows overlooking Broadway Street in downtown Asheville.
Capacity: 16 (depending on layout)
Complimentary Amenities
WiFi; Large digital display; Google Meet video & teleconferencing software; Multifunctional tables and leather chairs; Access to catering prep area on the second floor.
UNC Asheville Conference Room
The 150 sq ft UNC Asheville Conference Room is located on the second floor in our coworking space. Furnished with a Custom Old Wood Company conference table, the room is light and airy with a large digital display, and features Google Meet software for video and teleconferencing. The space is ideal for small groups.
Capacity: 8
Complimentary Amenities
WiFi; Large digital display; Google Meet video & teleconferencing software; custom Old Wood Company conference table and adjustable chairs; Access to catering prep area on the second floor
Warren Wilson College Conference Room
The 170 sq ft Warren Wilson Conference Room is located on the second floor in our coworking space. This informal conference room is cozy and bright with a large digital display, and features relaxed floor seating perfect for smaller groups. The space is equipped with Google Meet software for video and teleconferencing.
Capacity: 5
Complimentary Amenities
WiFi; Large digital display; Google Meet video & teleconferencing software; Furnished with Bernhardt Zip floor seating and a low round table; Access to catering prep area on the second floor
Ideation Lab
The 3,000 sq ft Ideation Lab is located on the basement level. This creative, versatile space has an industrial warehouse feel with great lighting and features both black chalkboard and high-gloss dry erase walls perfect for creative collaboration and ideation. The space is ideal for private parties and events seeking an urban flare.
Capacity: 120
Complimentary Amenities
WiFi; Projectors & screens; Folding chairs; Access to catering prep area on basement level
Bresler Family Gallery
The Center for Craft Bresler Family Gallery is a beautiful contemporary gallery space located in downtown Asheville. The space is available for special events by those who desire a unique setting. Availability is dependent upon exhibition.
Contact us for details on capacity, square footage, and amenities.
Questions?
In renting from the Center for Craft, you get more than just the perfect space. You help us create more opportunities for emerging makers, artists and scholars, building a future for craft.
The Center for Craft’s mission is to provide a unique event and meeting space where both national and local groups can gather to communicate, innovate, and be inspired.
Contact us for availability, pricing, and additional information on our event and meeting spaces, or for any questions about Cowork.
Field Building
We are building a future for craft. We serve makers, museums, academics, and the local community by investing in
creative placekeeping
and
field building
We
believe
that
craft
matters.
We
are
here
to
activate
resources,
catalyze
craft
communities,
and
amplify
craft's
impact
in
the
United
States.
To learn more, please download
Craft Matters
, the Center for Craft’s strategic direction for 2023-2027.
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67 Broadway St, Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 785-1357
info@centerforcraft.org
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Mon–Sat, 10 am–6 pm
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67 Broadway St, Asheville, NC 28801
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info@centerforcraft.org
Gallery Hours: Tues–Sat, 10–6
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