Private offices from 1–8 people — Otakaari 5, Espoo · 4.7 ★ (10 reviews)
| Product | Capacity | Size | Price | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Meeting rooms 1–270 persons | 1–270 persons | — | On request | |
Private offices 1–8 persons | 1–8 persons | — | from €300/mo | |
Private offices 1–4 persons | 1–4 persons | — | On request |
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Startup hub A Grid at Otakaari 5 in Otaniemi, Espoo, is one of Northern Europe's largest startup hubs — 25,000 square metres of workspace embedded directly inside Aalto University's globally top-5 ranked startup ecosystem. The hub brings together roughly 150 member startups and partners, including ESA BIC and Aalto Startup Center, creating an unusually high-density founder environment under a single roof. Workspace infrastructure includes 24 meeting rooms, dedicated phone booths, high-speed Wi-Fi, and a reception desk, alongside an on-site Makerspace equipped with 3D printers, a laser cutter, and VR gear. Two saunas, a wellness space, an on-site restaurant and café, and outdoor areas round out the daily experience. Event spaces — playfully named Mordor, Jedi Training School, and JETI — host workshops and gatherings for up to 270 people. Business Espoo advisory services operate on-site, giving founders direct access to growth support. A Grid is built for ambitious startups and freelancers hunting serious traction inside a university-grade innovation infrastructure.
Lots of networking events are taking place at this workspace.
This place is known for having a supportive startup and freelancer community.
This workspace is known to host a welcoming and inclusive community.
Otakaari 5, 02150, Espoo, Finland
A Grid sits in Otaniemi, Espoo — one of Europe's densest innovation districts, built around Aalto University's main campus. The immediate surroundings include university research labs, the Aalto Design Factory, and a cluster of student entrepreneurship organisations such as AaltoES and Kiuas accelerator, meaning founder density extends well beyond the building's walls. Aalto University metro station (West Metro line) is approximately 500 metres away on foot, putting Helsinki city centre a few minutes away by rail — a direct commute that keeps the hub accessible without requiring a car, though on-site parking is available. Campus amenities, lecture facilities, and a network of research institutes are all within easy walking distance, making Otaniemi a self-contained district for anyone working at the intersection of technology, design, and entrepreneurship.
The main entrance to A Grid is at Otakaari 5, Espoo (Otaniemi campus). The building is approximately 500 metres from Aalto University metro station, making it easy to reach from Helsinki city centre in minutes. The lobby features a reception desk and a self-service café (Café Factory). Visitors are welcome to walk in during opening hours (Mon–Fri 10:00–15:00), but guided tours are recommended given the scale of the building (25,000 sqm). Book a visit in advance via agrid.fi/book-a-visit or contact agrid@aalto.fi. Starter offices for early-stage companies are located in the adjacent Otakaari 7 building.
Startup hub A Grid is located at Otakaari 5, Otaniemi, Espoo, Finland. Aalto University metro station (West Metro line, direct to Helsinki) is approximately 500 metres away on foot. On-site car parking is also available.
Members most consistently praise Community, Equipment, and Coffee & food.
Consistently praised
“creative community of ambitious startups”
See options & request a tourAnastassija Aldahhonova
Aug 2026
Arman Soroush
Aug 2026
Teppo Toivonen
May 2026
Jacob Walker
May 2026
Some amazing things happening here to support the startup scene.
JVS Loget
Mar 2026
Miika Kostamo
Oct 2025
Startup hub A Grid offers Game Area, Daily Cleaning Service, Phone Booths, Lounge Area, Printer & Copier/Scanner, Highspeed Wifi, Reception Desk, Projector and 14 more amenities.
