For creative freelancers, your workspace shapes your flow
As a designer, developer, or creative technologist, where you work directly affects:
your focus
your creative energy
how inspired you feel
how professional you appear to clients
how easy collaboration becomes
DeskLodge offers two excellent Bristol locations - Temple Meads and City Centre (Beacon Tower), each with its own personality. Both work well for Creative & Tech freelancers, but they support very different working styles.
This guide helps you choose the location that best matches how you create, collaborate, and meet clients.
The quick difference
Temple Meads suits creatives who value:
calm, focused environments
predictable workdays
easy client travel
fewer distractions
Beacon Tower suits creatives who thrive on:
energy and buzz
community and collaboration
city-centre inspiration
spontaneous creative exchange
Both offer flexibility and professionalism - the choice comes down to how you work best.
Temple Meads: best for focus, structure & client travel
DeskLodge Temple Meads is ideal for creative freelancers who need long stretches of uninterrupted focus.
Focus-first environment
Temple Meads offers:
quieter zones
calmer energy
fewer interruptions
layouts designed for deep work
This is perfect for:
coding
UX/UI design
video editing
technical problem-solving
writing and planning
If your best work happens in silence or structure, Temple Meads supports that.
Easy access for client meetings
Being next to Bristol Temple Meads station makes it easy to host:
clients travelling from London or Cardiff
agency partners
collaborators visiting for workshops
Meetings start calmly and professionally - without stressful travel.
Best for Creative & Tech freelancers who:
prefer quiet environments
work independently
need deep focus
meet clients occasionally
value structure over buzz
Beacon Tower: best for inspiration, energy & community
DeskLodge Beacon Tower sits in the heart of Bristol’s creative and business scene.
Creative, city-centre energy
Beacon Tower is ideal if you:
feel energised by people and movement
enjoy city-centre working
draw inspiration from your surroundings
like combining work with social life
The environment is lively, colourful, and motivating.
Community & collaboration
Beacon Tower is known for:
spontaneous chats
collaboration opportunities
community events
shared creative energy
Many freelancers find work, collaborators, and inspiration simply by being part of the space.
Best for Creative & Tech freelancers who:
enjoy social interaction
thrive on creative buzz
collaborate frequently
want city-centre convenience
value community
Comparing Temple Meads and Beacon Tower for creatives
Commuting & access
Temple Meads: ideal for regional travel and visiting clients
Beacon Tower: perfect for city-centre convenience
Focus vs stimulation
Temple Meads: calm, structured, focus-led
Beacon Tower: vibrant, energetic, stimulating
Both locations offer hybrid-ready meeting rooms suitable for:
client pitches
design reviews
workshops
demos
Temple Meads suits:
formal client sessions
longer workshops
Beacon Tower suits:
collaborative, creative meetings
Explore meeting rooms: https://www.desklodge.com/meeting-rooms
Community feel
Temple Meads: professional, supportive, quieter
Beacon Tower: creative, social, community-driven
Can freelancers use both locations?
Yes, and many do.
Some freelancers:
work from Temple Meads for deep focus
meet clients at Beacon Tower
switch locations depending on the project
evolve their preference over time
DeskLodge memberships allow flexibility across locations.
Explore memberships: https://www.desklodge.com/memberships
FAQs
Which location is better for freelancers?
It depends on your working style. Temple Meads for focus, Beacon Tower for energy.
Which is better for client meetings?
Both work well; Temple Meads is easier for travelling clients.
Are both locations suitable for creatives?
Yes, both are popular with creative and tech professionals.
Can I change locations later?
Yes, DeskLodge memberships are flexible.
Is one cheaper than the other?
Pricing is comparable; the difference is more about atmosphere than cost.
Choose the workspace that supports your creativity
Choose Temple Meads if you value:
focus
structure
calm
easy client access
Choose Beacon Tower if you thrive on:
creative energy
collaboration
community
city-centre inspiration
Both locations offer flexibility, professionalism, and supportive communities, the right one is the one that helps you do your best work.
Try both spaces. See what feels right.
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