The Hills: Redefining work spaces
The Hills is in the process of adding a co-working space into its list of offerings as part of a rebranding process aimed at creating a workplace community and lifestyle support.
“As part of our revamp and rebranding process for The Hills, we got inspired to redefine work spaces in downtown Kuching where the central business district (CBD) is,” chief operating officer Lionel Ho told the BizHive Weekly in an email interview. “We plan to cater to different types of businesses.”
In an earlier interview, Ho said it made sense to simplify office space offerings which can get quite expensive for businesses,
especially start-ups.
The objective, ultimately, is to create a community of city dwellers for business professionals to find a safe haven to network and mingle with one another, he said.
“With co- working spaces usually targeting digital nomads or entrepreneurs starting up and without offices, we believe that there is definitely a market for this and it is a fast-moving global trend.
“We are also focusing on more established startups and mature companies as well as government agencies.”
In Ho’s opinion, for those medium to big business owner who do not want to have to worry about the operations of an office, it makes perfect sense to go into co-working space.
“You don’t have to worry about security, to stock up on your pantry, hire a dedicated cleaner for your office or pay rental or buy a photocopy machine - this is all taken care of in the co-working space.”
“On top of that, having a space right smack in the middle of the city would be any business owner’s dream to have,” he said, referring to The Hills’ location at the top of the Bukit Mata and adjacent to Pullman Hotel Kuching.
On how The Hills sets itself apart from others with its co-working space, Lionel explained that they are conveniently situated at The Hills Community Lifestyle Hub, “right in the heart of Kuching centre which gives our business visibility and a hard-miss-address”.
“As the first-fully integrated premium office space in Kuching, the workspace is just above Food Haven, Kuching’s latest (brand) spanking new food court and The Food Lounge which is a perfect place to meet partners and clients in a professional yet fun and cozy environment. Pullman Kuching is also just right above us which is easy for all visiting guests.”
Ho went on to highlight that The Hills’ co- working space will come with state- of- the- art facilities that promote work-life balance to stimulate creativity and productivity.
“Our vibrant space transforms the way you think about workplace with world-class design, warm colours and differentiation of space,” he shared with the BizHive Weekly.
“From shared workspace (hot desk), private offices to office suites, our serviced office caters for companies of all sizes.
“We also have facilities for customers such as a conference room, fitness centre, wall climbing gym, dance studio, events space, pantry as well as a fun zone.”
Overall, Ho believed that as with any business, it is about building good relationships which is the foundation of a good business, what relationships are built into mini ecosystems for businesses and would further become a community just like an organisation.
“At the end of the day, when you see small businesses flourish into medium size businesses there is a sense of fulfilment and joy to see others grow right beside you.”