In Dhaka, a city alive with energy and movement, AKOTA emerges as a fresh vision for modern workspaces. Situated in the heart of Dhaka at 73A Gulshan Avenue, Akota is a shared workspace service provider, with coworking, Studio Office (being the first of its kind in Bangladesh), and managed office facilities distributed on three distinct floors. Together they create a flexible work ecosystem where different modes of work coexist for the ease of individuals and teams seeking a professional yet inspiring environment to work from. In an age where coworking has become an essential part of how people work, these spaces allow startups, corporates, entrepreneurs, freelancers, and creative professionals to work from a fully serviced environment without the burden of traditional leasing costs.
People arrive with only their laptops, while Akota handles capital expenditures, operational responsibilities, and the day-to-day necessities that make modern work possible. This accessibility allows people at different stages of their careers to enjoy a professional setting in one of Dhaka’s most sought-after business districts. Founded and designed by Marehnur Juny Rub, who is both the CEO and the architect behind the space, AKOTA transforms the conventional idea of an office into a vibrant hub where creativity, collaboration, and community converge. Every corner is shaped with intention, integrating color, geometry, and texture to create a living canvas for individuals and teams. Design here is not limited to aesthetics.
It is a tool to inspire, connect, and energize. The concept of AKOTA revolves around diversity and flexibility. Each zone has a distinct purpose that responds to the dynamic rhythm of modern work. Bright lounges encourage spontaneous conversations, while enclosed meeting pods create quiet pockets for focused dialogue. Flexible workstations such as hot desks, dedicated desks, and private offices, support seamless transitions between collaboration and concentration, making it easier for people to work the way their tasks demand rather than conforming to a rigid structure. Other spaces like the café, event space, podcast studio, and kitchenettes, further adds to the diversity of use of space. This balance between individuality and collective energy ensures that productivity and playfulness can exist side by side. From the moment one steps inside, AKOTA unfolds through a symphony of patterns and colors. Bold geometric walls line the corridors, clusters of seating combine mid-century influences with contemporary comfort, and textures shift between soft fabrics and polished surfaces.
Each layer adds depth to the sensory experience, ensuring that every visitor feels both welcomed and inspired. Whether someone is a corporate team member, a startup founder, a freelancer, an entrepreneur, or a designer, every area is curated to help them find a sense of purpose and belonging. Natural elements soften the industrial character of the building. Thoughtfully placed greenery punctuates work areas, providing small moments of pause and calm throughout the day. Curated artwork and graphic walls stimulate new ideas, while dynamic lighting adapts to the needs of different zones and enhances comfort. These details bring balance to the environment, nurturing creativity without overwhelming and energizing without creating chaos.
Textures and natural materials further enrich the experience, connecting people to their surroundings on a deeper level. Zones transition gradually from open collaboration areas to quieter nooks, offering options for different work styles and moods. Acoustic features are carefully integrated so teams can communicate without distraction, while flexible furnishings support everything from brainstorming sessions to independent work. The result is a harmonious workspace that feels both invigorating and grounded. Meeting rooms framed entirely in glass emphasize openness and transparency, reflecting AKOTA’s philosophy of clarity in communication.
These spaces encourage honest dialogue and easy collaboration, while breakout areas with plush furnishings and vibrant colors provide grounding and comfort for informal conversations or focused alone time. The layout creates a natural flow between structured discussions and spontaneous exchanges, supporting the varied rhythms of the workday. The glass enclosures invite daylight deeper into the floors, connecting people visually to the larger environment and making the space feel open and bright. Soft textures, layered lighting, and carefully placed accents reinforce a sense of warmth and approachability. Whether someone needs an energetic environment for group work or a calm corner to concentrate, the design offers choices that respect different temperaments and tasks. It is a setting that cultivates trust, encourages dialogue, and supports creativity.
AKOTA exists to create better everyday work life for the people who use it. From freelancers, corporates, startups, innovators, designers, and dreamers – all are welcome to work from here. The variety of users enriches the environment and reflects the diversity of Dhaka’s evolving work culture. Every design decision from the layout of desks to the arrangement of colors and materials was made to help people build a complete work life where work, play, and rest operate together for optimal productivity. As Marehnur Juny Rub explains, “Work should feel natural, human, and joyful. AKOTA was created to help design better work life that caters to these feelings, by enabling people to work when, where, and how they want, and belong here as themselves.” By offering people a professional environment on Gulshan Avenue with the ease of hybrid working, the weight of traditional leasing is also lifted so that more people can work from a credible workspace, allowing them to focus on what matters most. As work styles change globally and more multinationals adopt hybrid models, companies are increasingly seeking smaller offices where capital and operational costs are managed for them.
AKOTA supports corporates in making this transition from traditional office setups to coworking environments by providing fully serviced spaces that are flexible, efficient, and scalable. This shift allows teams to work in a high quality setting without long term commitments, while still enjoying the comforts of a professional office. In the fast paced landscape of Dhaka, AKOTA offers a refreshing pause. It is a joyful exploration of how design can shape the human experience of work. The intention is not only to create a beautiful space, but to cultivate an atmosphere where inspiration, connection, and focus naturally occur. Every wall, every corridor, and every workspace encourages people to explore, engage, and create.
AKOTA demonstrates a new way of working in Bangladesh. It shows that a workspace can be more than a place to sit with a laptop. It can be a canvas where creativity thrives, where community builds naturally, and where people from all stages of their careers can grow. With its bold use of color, texture, and spatial storytelling, AKOTA presents a workspace designed for people and for the ideas that drive them forward.
Every corner supports both collaboration and individual focus, and the interplay of light, vibrant tones, and dynamic layouts turns the office into a living environment that continually inspires. AKOTA is a reminder that work does not need to feel ordinary. It can be playful, inspiring, and alive.
It can transform routine into discovery and collaboration into connection. By blending aesthetics with function, the space encourages experimentation, dialogue, and the free flow of ideas. In the heart of Dhaka, AKOTA, as a coworking space, sets a new benchmark for creative workplaces, offering a vibrant, adaptive, and emotionally engaging environment where people can explore, create, and thrive.
