Uniland Development Company is proud to share that HANSA workspace, our homegrown flexible office and coworking center in downtown Buffalo, has been highlighted by The Wall Street Journal for its role in supporting today’s evolving workplace needs.
In a recent feature examining the resurgence of flexible workspace nationwide, HANSA was recognized for helping organizations in small and midsize cities adapt to hybrid work models and shifting space requirements. The article notes how local, independent operators—like HANSA—are providing adaptable, turnkey workplace solutions as companies rethink their real estate strategies.
A Buffalo Solution Meeting Modern Business Needs
As The Wall Street Journal notes:
Independent operators are helping local companies in small and midsize cities adapt to hybrid work. In Buffalo, N.Y., Uniland Development converted a former truck-parts warehouse six years ago into HANSA workspace, a 32,000-square-foot co-working facility.
Uniland initially expected demand for its suite space to come largely from growing companies seeking additional office space. Instead, most larger tenants have been firms looking for short-term, flexible space as they emerged from the pandemic and reduced their footprints to accommodate more remote work.
“It’s predominantly folks that are downsizing from traditional offices,” said Erin Fontenot, HANSA’s Community Manager. “They either stay here as long term tenants or land here trying to figure out where they’re going to go next.”
Purpose-Built for Flexibility, Productivity, and Community
Opened in 2020, HANSA workspace is an award-winning 32,000 square foot, two-story glass and brick building at 505 Ellicott Street in the Central Business District. HANSA (pronounced hähn-sä), is Latin for guild, meaning people uniting for a common purpose, and was inspired by the vision to build “An Elevated Office Experience” focused on flexibility and productivity.
A Growing Record of Recognition
Being featured by The Wall Street Journal, one of the world’s premier business publications, builds on HANSA’s expanding list of industry honors. Additional accolades include:
- Best New Coworking, Flexible Office & Event Space – NAIOP Upstate New York
- Best Downtown Buffalo Renovation – Buffalo Business First’s Brick by Brick Awards
- First Coworking Space in North America Certified for Universal Design – University at Buffalo IDEA Center
- Adaptive Reuse Project of the Year – BOMA Buffalo
These recognitions highlight HANSA’s commitment to accessibility, design excellence, and innovative workspace solutions that support organizations across Western New York.
Continuing to Elevate Buffalo’s Business Landscape
HANSA’s presence in The Wall Street Journal reflects not only a milestone for Uniland, but also a moment of pride for Buffalo’s growing business community. As companies continue seeking flexibility and high‑performance environments, HANSA remains committed to delivering a modern, adaptive, and locally-rooted space where businesses of all sizes can thrive.
How can HANSA help elevate your company’s workspace experience? Visit HANSAworkspace.com or call our HANSA team at 716.256.2500 to schedule a tour.
