Zurich, 1st of April 2024 – Westhive, a premier coworking provider with extensive expertise in new work trends, innovative design, and planning, proudly announces its participation in a consortium of leading space agencies including NASA, ESA, and SpaceX. Together, they will collaborate on the design and planning of Luna One, a groundbreaking lunar base that aims to redefine space habitat design and serve as the first off-earth destination for digital nomads.
As part of this consortium, Westhive will be responsible for crafting both functional coworking spaces and recreational areas within Luna One, including a lounge and bar. These spaces will blend elegance and comfort, providing lunar personnel and private paying guests with a relaxing environment to unwind and socialize after long days of work and exploration.
«The collaboration with NASA, ESA, SpaceX, and other esteemed space agencies in this consortium on Luna One is a monumental opportunity for Westhive to push the boundaries of coworking and habitat design,» said Andreas Widmer, the co-founder of Westhive and Head of Design. «We are excited to design not only innovative workspaces but also inviting recreational areas that will enhance the overall experience for lunar inhabitants and digital nomads alike.»
Scheduled to open in 2035, Luna One will serve as a pivotal hub for scientific research, innovation, and collaboration in space. With the inclusion of recreational areas designed by Westhive, Luna One aims to offer a holistic living and working environment that promotes well-being, creativity, and connectivity.
«We envision Luna One as a multifaceted space destination that caters to both scientific exploration and leisure,» said Dr. Dave Bowman from Luna One. «By forming this consortium and partnering with Westhive, we aim to create a lunar base that not only supports the needs of astronauts and researchers but also attracts private paying guests and digital nomads seeking a unique off-earth experience.»
As humanity embarks on its journey to establish a sustainable presence on the Moon, Westhive is committed to contributing its expertise to shape the future of space exploration and habitation, making Luna One a destination where innovation meets leisure.
About Westhive
Westhive is a leading coworking provider with extensive experience in new work trends, design, and planning. Specializing in creating dynamic and collaborative work environments, Westhive empowers individuals and organizations to thrive in the modern workplace.
About the Luna One Consortium
The Luna One Consortium is a collaborative effort between leading space agencies, including NASA, ESA, SpaceX, and others, dedicated to advancing humanity’s exploration and habitation of the Moon. Committed to pushing the boundaries of space exploration and habitat design, the Consortium aims to develop “Luna One” as the first-ever lunar base, integrating innovative technologies, sustainable practices, and human-centric design to create a multifaceted space destination. Through strategic partnerships and shared expertise, the Luna One Consortium seeks to establish a sustainable presence on the Moon, fostering scientific research, innovation, and collaboration while also catering to the needs of private paying guests and digital nomads seeking a unique off-earth experience.