Photos: Co-working space provider Cloud opens at Yas Mall in Abu Dhabi

The Yas Mall now features co-working spaces as malls use their spaces for activities other than shopping and leisure. 'Cloud Spaces', as it is called, is offering fully furnished workspace options on a monthly as well as annual basis. Above, the Lobby area.

All workspace areas are equipped with the latest tech services, as well as provide access to all necessary office equipment. There is also a team on hand to support all members. Additional resources such as private meeting rooms, recording studio and a photo studio are available at hourly and daily rates.

Malak Smejkalova, General Manager at CLOUD Spaces, said: “We are thrilled to open today and are aiming to attract businesses and individuals with a focus on retail, fashion product design and emerging brands while supporting the existing Yas Mall tenants through our creative space.

Whether an individual or a large corporation Cloud Spaces offers memberships and fully furnished workspace options on both monthly and annual plans to suit diverse business needs. From the semi-private Cloud Cubicle to the dedicated private Premium, all workspace areas are equipped with the latest technology, come with a dedicated phone number, access to all necessary office equipment as well as a team on hand to support all members.

Additional resources such as private meeting rooms, recording studio and a photo studio are available at both hourly and daily rates.

Situated across two floors, the bright and airy layout of CLOUD Spaces includes a variety of inspirational zones to stimulate the senses and encourage connectivity. Professionals can work of a stressful meeting or brainstorm a new business idea while enjoying a game off golf on the greens of Pitch & Pitch, or get a boost of energy within the modern and comfortable environment at The Lounge, where the modern ergonomic seating areas are surrounded by live plant walls and earthy tones to inspire creativity. The Fog invites members into a tranquil setting of serenity, the ideal location to focus on a project and spark innovation.

All areas of Cloud Spaces have been designed to the highest safety standards and strictly follow social distancing protocols as guided by the local authorities; furthermore, stringent safety guidelines are in place for both teams and clients. Large and airy lounges across the facility easily allow for social distancing and offer a safe environment for members while enabling collaborations, while various co-working stations including pods, booths and cubicles are semi-private, providing additional safety and social distancing options to ensure members' comfort and wellbeing. Above, booth lounge area.

Yas Mall is evolving the retail landscape into a one-stop-shop for all business needs. Allowing companies to not only lease retail space, but also set-up the company with an office space within a thriving commercial hub. The strategic location of Yas Mall in the UAE capital, in close proximity to both central Abu Dhabi and Dubai, makes it ideal for the inaugural Cloud Spaces facility and ensures accessibility for individuals and businesses across the Emirates.

A dynamic and enriching environment for all instilling a sense of community for collaboration, healthy networking and learning, Cloud Spaces will in the coming months host a number of exclusive events, speaker series’ and product launches, enabling networking between like-minded individuals and businesses within a thriving commercial destination.

Interior of the Yas Mall. The first of its kind to be based in a mall, the concept offers comprehensive solutions to both new and existing businesses, providing a refreshing and flexible approach to working.