Living Room - Ratingen

The Living Room in Ratingen is a project of the nonprofit organization "Projekt 20er e.V." supported by the city of Ratingen, the Alice and Hans Joachim Thormählen Foundation, Sparkasse HRV, and other sponsors. It aims to provide young adults with a casual environment for learning, studying, working, networking, and exchanging ideas. The space offers coworking facilities, networking events, and workshops focusing on topics like AI in the workplace and SEO for a starting membership fee of 25 euros per month. The location features an open kitchen area, cozy seating corners, coworking spaces, meeting rooms, and free high-speed Wi-Fi. The Living Room supports values such as self-efficacy and independence, aiming to attract young creative minds and local nonprofit organizations. It seeks to create a vibrant community where members can collaborate, share experiences, and support each other's growth. The organization also hosts events like Gründerstammtisch to bring together entrepreneurs, self-employed individuals, and startup enthusiasts in Ratingen to foster networking opportunities and collaboration. The relocation of the Living Room to Grabenstraße 5 offers a refreshed space with various work areas, including private desks for regular visitors under a "Members-Only" model. Additionally, the Living Room organizes events such as the Beer-Pong Tournament in collaboration with local partners, providing opportunities for fun and networking. The initiative aims to address the needs of young entrepreneurs, freelancers, and students who seek a conducive environment outside their homes to work, study, discuss ideas, and connect with like-minded individuals. By providing structured cultural events and a supportive community, the Living Room strives to be a hub for growth, collaboration, and achievement for motivated individuals in Ratingen. Membership options cater to volunteers, network visitors, sponsors, and partners, each contributing to the vibrant ecosystem of the Living Room.