February 11th, 2009
So I figured it was about time we started blogging more regularly, and what better way to start things off with the announcement of “We’re Moving!!” After what feels like an eternity, we here at StudyBlue have outgrown our humble abode. More users means more people, and more people means more space.
When I first started hunting for office space in early 2007, I was hoping to find the cheapest space available that could hold 3-4 people. At that time, the team was three and not everyone was working full time. We found a space in the basement of a house for less than the cost of a studio efficiency. We’ve got one window (12 inches by 3 inches) in our one room (25 feet by 20 feet) and a bathroom the size of a broom closet. Nonetheless, it has been home for 2 years and it has been great. Collaboration is super easy, and as long as we can agree on one radio station, the room is happy. However, now our office staff has grown, and we need to accommodate up to 10 people at any given time. Here are some photos of our current office clutter and cramping.
Becky at the 'Conference Table'
T-Shirts & Computers
Eric & Chris
Intern Desk & Holiday Spirit
Ben's Desk
Front Entrance
Hicham Hardly Working
Look, Our Window!
So now that things have been taking off, we’re ready to move into some ‘real’ office space. Don’t worry, we’re not moving far though – just across the street, literally! We’re really excited because our new space is in a great location, meets our space needs, and is right in the heart of student traffic at the University of Wisconsin. Here are a few photos of the outside of our new space (all the second floor windows).
View From Our Current Office
View From State Street - Madison, WI
We should be moved in within a month if all goes well. Look forward for more to come on ‘move-in day’.
Tags: office space