2.28.2012

Enterprise - Craft - chosen location.

Charlotte was tasked with looking into possible locations for our business, Studio space at a reasonable price, preferably in Leeds. This was following discussions as a group regarding pros and cons of particular locations, Leeds was chosen as there should almost always be business due to the number of independent companies setting up in the area. Also the fact that we will all be in Leeds following graduation and the availability of resources in the College of art are big deciding factors. Not to mention Leeds being the business capital of the North, with great links to all other areas and a good central location.

"Duke Studios are, as stated on their site, a multi disciplinary creative space in the heart of Leeds, offering studio spaces, co-working membership and services. It is located in Munro house, above Leeds Gallery and Cafe 164. 
We wanted to be surrounded by like-minded professionals therefore we thought Duke Studios was a perfect place to set up our new business. Although not officially opened, this will provide a new and contemporary working space for us. There are plenty of resources, the space is more than adequate and provides 'endless collaboration potential' Business is social, meet, work, collaborate, explore, learn, grow and succeed. "
Joe Warburton, 2012
Information Charlotte gathered regarding pricing and the strengths of the studio based on first hand experience. 

Pricing
Space (2): £399 p/m 
Broadband: Included 
Electricity / gas: Included
Strengths
- Close travel networks
- Situated in the business capital of Yorkshire
- Surrounded by like-minded creatives therefore there is a potential for collaboration
- New, contemporary and fresh studio space
- Meeting room for client contact
- Bills inclusive - relatively cheap cost
- Resources / workspaces etc
- Gallery below - potential exhibitions?

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