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Puzl CowOrKing Launches The View, the Largest Shared IT Office in the Balkans

Puzl CowOrKing opens 'The View', its third and largest shared IT office in Sofia, expanding its footprint to over 6000 sqm and reinforcing its mission to support tech collaboration in Bulgaria.

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April 17, 2018

Най-големият споделен ИТ офис на Балканите е в София

by Martin Deshev

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“The fact that our new space The View was fully booked months before opening shows that we're building a community of IT professionals and companies that help each other grow."

Thibaut Taittinger, Founder of Puzl CowOrKing


Article Summary

Puzl CowOrKing has officially opened its third and largest shared IT workspace in Sofia, named 'The View'. Located in the repurposed Vitosha factory, the space spans 2,500 sqm and features preserved industrial elements and a panoramic rooftop restaurant with 360-degree views of the city. With the addition of this new location, Puzl's total office space now exceeds 6,000 sqm, serving more than 80 tech companies.

'‘The View’ was fully booked months before its launch, signaling strong demand for collaborative tech spaces in Sofia. The facility is designed for both small IT companies with up to 20 employees and individual freelancers. Tenants include NetPeak, The Block, and Jarvis. The space supports Puzl’s mission of building a vibrant tech community where collaboration and mutual growth are core values.

Founder Thibaut Taittinger emphasized that the strong pre-launch interest reflects the team’s successful efforts in creating meaningful shared spaces for IT professionals. He highlighted the importance of community, innovation, and support between startups.

This expansion follows previous recognition: in 2017, Puzl CowOrKing was awarded 'Best Coworking Space in Central and Eastern Europe' by the CESA Awards. Now, with an eye on regional growth, the team is exploring locations in Budapest to replicate its successful model abroad.

As Sofia continues to attract IT startups, shared workspaces like Puzl play a critical role in providing accessible, collaborative environments. The opening of 'The View' reaffirms the city's position as a tech innovation hub in the Balkans.


Key Highlights

  • Largest IT Shared Office in the Balkans Puzl CowOrKing's new space, 'The View', expands its total footprint in Sofia to over 6000 sqm.
  • Industrial Heritage Meets Innovation The office retains original design elements from the old Vitosha factory and adds a panoramic rooftop restaurant.
  • Strong Demand for Tech Coworking The space was fully booked months before opening, reflecting growing interest in shared IT hubs.
  • Regional Expansion Plans After being awarded CEE’s best coworking space, Puzl is exploring international growth starting with Budapest.

Takeaway

Puzl CowOrKing’s continued expansion highlights the growing need for purpose-built IT coworking spaces in Southeastern Europe. 'The View' demonstrates how revitalized industrial spaces can foster collaboration, innovation, and community in the heart of Sofia’s startup scene.

This move also signals Sofia’s maturation as a regional tech capital and sets a precedent for scalable, community-driven workspaces that meet the evolving needs of tech professionals and companies.


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