10 Inspiring Ways Teams Use Our Spaces (From Offsites to Workshops)
At Den 1880, we’ve seen teams use our space in all kinds of creative, productive, and impactful ways. From strategy sessions to social events, our versatile venue in Uptown Waterloo is designed to support the many ways modern teams come together. Whether you're planning your next corporate offsite or just need a fresh setting to spark ideas, here are 10 inspiring ways to use Den 1880.
1. Team Offsites
Step out of the boardroom and into a space that inspires. Teams use Den for full-day offsites focused on brainstorming, goal setting, and team alignment—complete with professional boardrooms, comfortable lounges, flexible layouts, and local catering.
2. Workshops & Trainings
Our built-in AV and modular setup make it easy to host professional development sessions, onboarding days, or leadership training events in an environment that feels both polished and relaxed.
3. Strategy & Planning Sessions
Looking for a fresh perspective? A change of scenery can make all the difference. Many teams use Den to dive deep into annual planning, product launches, or quarterly reviews.
4. Hybrid Meetings
With tech tools and dedicated support, Den is equipped for hybrid collaboration. Host in-person attendees while connecting with remote team members—without the tech headaches.
5. Creative Brainstorming Days
Sometimes, you just need space to think big. Our functional meeting rooms, natural light, and breakout areas create an ideal backdrop for design sprints, innovation sessions, and creative jams.
6. Client Pitches & Presentations
Make an impression. Teams often use Den to host client meetings, pitches, or partner presentations in a stylish, professional setting that elevates their brand.
7. Celebrations & Milestone Events
From startup launches to team wins, Den has hosted its fair share of celebrations. Our flexible event space transitions beautifully for casual mixers, catered lunches, or cocktail-style parties. Don’t miss your chance to secure your team’s holiday party at Den!
8. Team-Building Activities
Build connection with purposeful fun—game nights, floral arrangement classes, trivia, or pilates and yoga are just a few team-building events we’ve hosted. Ask us for our local vendor list.
9. Pop-Up Events & Activations
Have a big idea? Den has served as a backdrop for community meetups, speaker series, wellness pop-ups, and curated retail activations. The space is yours to make it your own.
10. Weekly Coworking Days
Some teams drop in weekly for “together time”—a blend of focused work and casual collaboration. With hot desks, unlimited coffee on tap, and inviting shared spaces, it’s the best of both worlds.