Power of pause

The Power of Pause: How a change of scenery can bring fresh thinking

At LABS, we understand that work happens all around us, not just in front of a laptop. True insight often comes in the spaces between tasks, which is why our office spaces in London are built for breaks, from communal working spots and breakout rooms to cafes and terraces. In fact, every LABS location across our Camden and Holborn campuses offers roaming members and private office members a way to support both their productivity and the fresh thinking that comes from stepping away from your desk.

Inspiration meets interaction: shared spaces at LABS

All our office spaces in London offer a twist on traditional workplace layouts. Across both our Holborn and Camden campuses, you’ll find a variety of shared spaces that have been carefully crafted to encourage a subtle shift in perspective that can make all the difference. 

At 90 High Holborn, take a moment to relax and regroup in expansive communal lounges, with outdoor terraces that let natural light and fresh air become part of your work rhythm. For a creative reset between focussed tasks, nearby Hogarth Housecombines beautifully designed coworking areas with cosy breakout zones and an onsite café, giving you plenty of options for a change of scenery and to see challenges from a new perspective.

Over in Camden, LABS Atrium and LABS Triangle are created with flexible layouts and roof terraces that make stepping away from your desk feel seamless, whether you’re catching up with colleagues or finding a quiet corner for reflection.

These communal and private office breakout spaces are thoughtfully and expertly designed to invite movement, conversation and unplanned moments that can truly shift your thinking. As a private office member or roaming member, they can become an invaluable part of your working day.

Thinking differently: workspaces with community events

At the end of a working day, it can be tempting to dash home to the sofa or round the corner to a cosy bar, but with LABS there’s another option. At our office spaces with benefits, we know that work is as much about productivity as it is about the people and moments that expand your thinking. Hence our carefully curated calendar of professional events across our office spaces in London, bringing members together to learn, connect and realign their perceptions.

• Wellbeing events At LABS, wellbeing and intentional movement are part of the weekly rhythm, so you can anchor your days with morning yoga and reiki at LABS House, Pilates at LABS Hawley Lock, and breathwork and meditation at LABS Hogarth House, to name but a few.

• Creative events From perfume-making at LABS 90 High Holborn to wreath-crafting workshops at LABS Hawley Lock, our creative sessions draw on parts of the brain that are often at rest during the workday, combining inspiration with mindfulness.

• Working events For those in search of professional events in workspaces, recent Lunch & Learn events at LABS House and curated headshot sessions at Hawley Lock delivered practical insight to help businesses grow with confidence and clarity, with more on the cards for 2026. The perfect blend of productivity and pause.

Walking as problem-solving: a chance to explore the city

One of the most appreciated benefits of our serviced offices in Holborn and Camden is their location in some of London’s most dynamic neighbourhoods. This gives roaming members and private office members ample opportunity for a refreshing stroll to stretch the legs, take a deep breath and enjoy a fresh point of view. A week with LABS can easily include a coffee by the canal, a brisk walk through leafy side streets, browsing your favourite shops or simply people-watching over lunch. A small but powerful reset that helps you return to work with focus and new insight.

Of course, every working day is different. Some may call for a quick ten-minute breather on the terrace, while others can require a full hour’s stroll around the heart of London. At LABS, we know the impact of thoughtful design, a well-considered events programme and community-centred office space with benefits, helping to support clearer thinking and richer ideas. When you step away from your desk — whether into a relaxed breakout space, a social event, or simply into the city itself — you’re giving your mind the room it needs to create, reflect and invent.