What The Bureau does

The Bureau is a privately held French company founded in autumn 2016 by Laurent Geneslay (with co-founder Rasmus Michau) that operates four premium coworking and flexible workspace locations in Paris, concentrated in the 8th arrondissement (Cours Albert 1er) and 2nd arrondissement (rue du 4 Septembre and rue Notre Dame des Victoires). The company targets senior executives, established companies and scale-ups, and founders with a 'Smart way of working' positioning that fuses French art de vivre with functional workspace, distinguished by architect-designed interiors (Franklin Azzi, Marika Dru), décor curated by The Socialite Family, and integrated in-house food and beverage (The Food: The Café, The Coffee Shop, The Comptoir, Le Floor).

The business model is recurring-revenue-led: membership subscriptions across the four addresses form the core, supplemented by external event and venue rental (Board Rooms up to 12, Deal Rooms up to 8, Conference Rooms up to 30, The Café up to 150), in-house F&B (some venues open to the public), wellness programming (yoga, massage, osteopathy, sports), concierge services, and dedicated filming/photoshoot rental. No proprietary technology platform underpins the offering — differentiation sits in physical design, hospitality execution, and a curated member community. Distribution is direct-only, walk-in and consultative sales through four physical Parisian locations, supported by content-driven PR in luxury and business media and a partner ecosystem spanning food, wellness, culture and travel. The company has ~50+ employees, no disclosed external funding, and is founder-owned and operated.

Name

The Bureau

Legal name

The Bureau

Website

https://thebureau.paris

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Bureau is a privately held, founder-led premium coworking operator founded in 2016, running four owned locations across Paris's 8th and 2nd arrondissements for business executives, scale-ups and founders, integrated with in-house F&B, concierge, wellness and event rental services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Premium Coworking and Flexible Workspace

NAICS

Administrative and Support Services (561), Food Service Contractors (722310)

SIC

Services-To Dwellings & Other Buildings (7340), Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Hybrid Work Enablement & Desk/Room Booking Operations (BPABAFAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Coworking Cafes / Work Cafes (THAFADAJ), Conference Room & Meeting Services Support (BPABAEAE)

Keywords

• Premium coworking spaces
• Flexible workspace solutions
• Coworking memberships
• Corporate event venues
• Business hospitality services

Headquarters

HQ city

Paris

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Coworking Memberships: The Bureau generates revenue primarily through flexible and premium coworking membership plans. Members pay recurring fees for access to workspace, facilities, food & beverage options, wellness services, and concierge support. The membership model provides predictable recurring revenue while the premium positioning supports higher price points.
2. Event Hosting & Venue Rental: The Bureau rents out its designed spaces for corporate events, board meetings, conferences, cocktail receptions, and film/photo shoots. Spaces include Board Rooms (up to 12 people), Deal Rooms (up to 8 people), Conference Rooms (up to 30 people), and The Café (up to 150 people).
3. Food & Beverage Operations: Each of the four addresses features integrated food & beverage operations (The Café, The Coffee Shop, The Comptoir, Le Floor). These are operated in-house by The Bureau's own teams, offering market cuisine, bistro fare with multicultural influences, to members and in some cases external public.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

The Bureau provides premium coworking and flexible workspace memberships across four owned addresses in Paris, combined with in-house food and beverage venues, concierge and wellness services, and bookable event and filming spaces. Members and external clients contract for workspace access on recurring membership plans or rent designed spaces for corporate events, meetings, and productions. The offering targets senior professionals, executives, founders, and established companies seeking a hospitality-driven alternative to traditional office leases.

Product overview

The Bureau is a premium coworking platform offering flexible workspace solutions across four prime Paris locations (28 Cours Albert 1er, 16 Cours Albert 1er, 25 rue du 4 Septembre, and 42 rue Notre Dame des Victoires). The core offering combines elegant coworking spaces with integrated hospitality services including The Food F&B concept (The Café, The Coffee Shop, The Comptoir, and Le Floor), concierge services, wellness facilities, and modulable event spaces. The platform targets business leaders seeking a refined work environment that blends professional functionality with French art de vivre, gastronomy, and culture. Founded in autumn 2016 as a pioneer of premium coworking in Paris, The Bureau differentiates through architectural design (Franklin Azzi, Marika Dru), curated decor by The Socialite Family, and comprehensive member services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• The Food: Integrated food and beverage concept offering market-fresh cuisine, bistro-style dining with multicultural influences, operated entirely in-house by The Bureau's own teams.
• Le Floor
• The Café
• The Coffee Shop
• The Comptoir

Products and services

• The Bureau Coworking Spaces Premium coworking and flexible workspace offering elegant, functional spaces that combine French art de vivre with gastronomy, culture, and hospitality services across four Paris locations. Includes private offices, shared workspaces, and meeting rooms for senior professionals, executives, and companies.
• Memberships Flexible recurring membership plans providing members access to The Bureau's premium coworking spaces, in-house food and beverage venues, concierge services, wellness programming, and member events across all four Paris addresses.
• Event Spaces & Venue Rentals Modulable event spaces for corporate events, board meetings, press conferences, cocktail parties, and private hire, comprising a Board Room (up to 12 people), Deal Room (up to 8 people), Conference Room (up to 30 people), and The Café (70 seated / 150 standing).
• Concierge Services Full-service concierge at each address handling member requests ranging from business services to lifestyle assistance, including reservations, deliveries, and personalized support.
• Filming & Photoshoot Locations Rental of The Bureau's designed interiors as backdrops for professional filming, photography shoots, and productions.
• The Food - F&B Concept Integrated in-house food and beverage offering with four venues: The Café (28 Cours Albert 1er), The Coffee Shop (16 Cours Albert 1er), The Comptoir (25 rue du 4 Septembre), and Le Floor (42 rue Notre Dame des Victoires), serving market-fresh cuisine and multicultural bistro fare to members and, in some cases, the public.
• Wellness Services On-site health and well-being offerings including yoga, sports courses, massage, meditation, sophrology workshops, and naturopathy consultations, delivered in partnership with specialists such as Zoï, YSBE, Summit Cycle, and Supersteps.
• Le Floor Neo-Coffee Shop Neo-coffee shop and bakery at 42 rue Notre Dame des Victoires offering hot drinks, pastries, gourmet sandwiches, salads, and sorbets from morning to evening, transitioning into a wine and cocktail bar at night, open to both members and the public.

Named customers9 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

20 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• The Socialite FamilycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Socialite Family, founded by Constance Gennari, is responsible for curating and selecting all décor objects and design elements in The Bureau spaces. This is a foundational partnership defining the aesthetic identity of all locations.
• Théâtre des Champs ÉlyséesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerExclusive partnership with the historic Théâtre des Champs Élysées for member access to performances and cultural events.
• ZoīminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWellness partner providing health-focused services and programs to members, including workshops and events focused on well-being at work.
• Cleo AcademyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAI training school partner hosting conferences and workshops on artificial intelligence at The Bureau locations. Co-founders Alexandre Bloch and Mélodie Shahrvari regularly conduct sessions.
• France Galop / ParisLongchampminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPremium partnership offering members access to horse racing experiences at the historic ParisLongchamp racecourse.
• HotelPlanner.comminorGTM or Marketing PartnerDedicated travel platform exclusively for The Bureau members, featuring AI-powered voice assistant. Also provides member discounts on hotel bookings.
• OstrennminorOthersSupplier partner providing fresh oysters, fish, and shellfish delivered directly from Brittany for all The Food addresses.
• Jonathan Le Pautremat (Coffee Roaster)minorOthersPartner coffee roaster supplying premium roasted coffee. Featured in member portrait series.
• La Cave de PaulineminorOthersWine specialist partner organizing wine tasting workshops at The Bureau locations. Founded by Pauline Minier.
• Pointe de SelminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPremium alpine travel agency founded by Elise Turcaud, specializing in exceptional mountain experiences with exclusive member benefits.
• Summit CycleminorOthersIndoor collective cycling partner providing group fitness sessions at The Bureau locations.
• YSBEminorOthersQuality of life at work specialist offering morning routines and wellness programs for members. Founded by Véronique Goetz.
• Démocratie VivanteminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPolitical discussion platform hosting events with notable speakers including former Prime Minister Bernard Cazeneuve.
• PousseminorOthersLandscape partner responsible for greening and plant installations at The Bureau spaces. Estelle Delapierre serves as Plant Success Manager.
• akagreenminorOthersGreen thumb duo responsible for greening The Bureau addresses in the 8th arrondissement.
• SuperstepsminorOthersUrban dance coaching partner offering street dance classes and workshops. Malcolm Mbombo, triple world champion, is a coach at The Bureau.
• La Fleur NueminorOthersPlant tea specialist hosting discovery sessions featuring infused plants for members.
• Zenon & CominorOthersCoaching and Music Lab founded by Laure Neuville, revealing leaders through coaching and musical experiences.
• Bail ArtminorGTM or Marketing PartnerArt partnership allowing members to bring art into their offices through curated art rentals and installations.
• KBLTravelminorGTM or Marketing PartnerBespoke travel agency founded by Kevin Bruhier Le Tallec, offering exclusive travel services to members.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Regional players

• Morning Coworking: Paris-based coworking chain offering multiple locations across the city with a focus on design and community. Comparable regional competitor in Paris flexible workspace market, though positioned at lower price point than The Bureau.
• Kwerk: French premium coworking operator with locations in Paris focused on providing high-end, design-forward flexible workspaces for businesses. Directly comparable in geography and premium positioning, though smaller scale than The Bureau.
• Worklabs: Paris-based premium coworking operator offering flexible workspaces, meeting rooms, and event spaces in central Parisian locations. Regional peer comparable to The Bureau in product offering and geographic focus on Paris prime arrondissements.
• Hiptown: French premium coworking brand with multiple Paris locations offering design-focused workspaces, meeting rooms, and concierge services. Regional peer offering similar premium workspace services to The Bureau within the same Paris market.

Direct peers

• Mindspace: European premium coworking provider with locations in Paris, London, Amsterdam, and other major hubs, offering design-led workspaces with hospitality services. Comparable target market (enterprise and executive clients), premium aesthetics, and integrated services model.
• WeWork: Global premium coworking operator offering flexible workspace, private offices, and member services across major business hubs. Directly comparable to The Bureau in core product (membership-based flexible offices with hospitality services), though WeWork operates at vastly larger scale and multiple price tiers.
• Industrious: Premium flexible workspace operator in the US targeting enterprise clients with hospitality-grade service, design-forward interiors, and full-service amenities. Comparable to The Bureau's premium positioning, hospitality-led member experience, and integrated F&B/wellness offerings.
• Spaces (IWG): IWG's premium coworking brand offering design-led workspaces with a focus on creative, hospitality-inspired interiors across European cities including Paris. Directly comparable in target market (premium B2B professionals), design-led positioning, and flexible membership model.
• NeueHouse: Premium members-only workspace and cultural club focused on creative industries, offering curated programming and high-end design. Directly comparable to The Bureau's positioning as a curated community of executives and leaders with hospitality, cultural events, and design-led interiors.

Broad incumbents

• Regus (IWG): World's largest flexible workspace provider with broad Paris presence offering serviced offices and coworking across all price tiers. Overlaps with The Bureau's core offering but positioned more broadly rather than in the premium niche.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/the-bureau-workplaces
• Instagraminstagram.com/thebureau.paris
• Xx.com/thebureau_paris
• Facebookfacebook.com/thebureau.paris

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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