India's work culture is changing rapidly and at a very fast pace. The conventional office settings are being replaced by flexible, tech-savvy work environments that focus on the needs of the professionals of the 21st century. The hybrid work models and the distributed teams are redefining productivity and thus, making the workspaces become the centers of collaboration, creativity, and well-being.
Co-working and managed offices have become the effective means through which startups, SMEs, and enterprises can respond to the changes and still be able to enjoy the benefits of flexibility, scalability, and a premium experience. Nukleus Co-Working & Managed Offices is the company that in the NCR region is leading this change by integrating smart design, uniform technology, and a customer-first approach to delivering future-ready workspaces.
In an exclusive and in-depth interaction with The Realty Today, Mr. Nipun Gupta, Founder of Nukleus Co-Working & Managed Offices, shares his perspective on how the flexible workspace sector is rapidly transforming the way India works. With Nukleus expanding its footprint across key NCR markets including Delhi, Noida, and Gurugram, Mr. Gupta sheds light on the strategic principles that have enabled the brand to scale while maintaining a uniform, premium experience across all centers. He highlights how a strong customer-first philosophy, combined with standardized technology infrastructure and thoughtful site selection, has helped Nukleus build high-occupancy, future-ready workspaces in an increasingly competitive market.
During the conversation, Mr. Gupta talks about Nukleus’ core philosophy of creating spaces that help people function, interact, and invent, explaining how this vision influences everything from design planning and daily operations to community building and client engagement. He also addresses the evolving demands of startups, SMEs, and enterprises as hybrid and distributed work models become the norm, and how co-working spaces are shifting from simple office rentals to intelligent ecosystems focused on experience, flexibility, and well-being.
Offering a forward-looking view, Mr. Gupta discusses the growing role of AI-powered solutions, sustainability, and hyper-flexible models in shaping the future of co-working in India, and outlines how Nukleus is positioning itself at the forefront of this transformation.
Here are the excerpts from the interview.
1. Nukleus has grown rapidly across the NCR region. What core principles guide your expansion strategy while maintaining uniform quality and experience across all centers?
Our expansion across NCR spanning Delhi, Noida, Gurgaon, and beyond is anchored in a customer-first philosophy, backed by standardized tech infrastructure and meticulous site selection in high-demand locales. We uphold uniform quality through scalable leasing models, from flexible day passes to enterprise-long leases, while rigorously replicating premium designs, amenities, and service protocols across our 11+ centers. This approach has driven 88% occupancy and sustained growth by prioritizing community, innovation, and reliability at every location.
2. Nukleus emphasizes “spaces that help people function, interact, and invent.” How do you translate this philosophy into daily operations, design planning, and community engagement?
This core vision shapes our daily operations with tech-optimized layouts for peak productivity, interactive zones like lounges and event spaces for collaboration, and inventive elements such as biophilic designs and maker areas to fuel creativity. In design planning, we craft bespoke, sustainable interiors tailored to client needs, ensuring ergonomic functionality meets aesthetic appeal. Community engagement thrives through curated networking events, workshops, and shared fully furnished environments that build lasting professional connections and foster innovation.
3. With hybrid and distributed work models becoming the norm, how do you see the role of co-working spaces evolving in the next 3–5 years?
Co-working spaces will evolve from transactional rentals into dynamic, AI-powered ecosystems that seamlessly blend physical presence with digital tools, prioritizing user experience over square footage. We anticipate a surge in smart offices featuring agentic AI for personalized interactions, alongside emphases on sustainability, mental well-being, and hyper-flexible hybrid setups. Over the next 3–5 years, Nukleus will lead by integrating tools like Monica AI to create adaptive hubs that support distributed teams in thriving amid remote-first trends.
4. The NCR region is highly competitive for managed office spaces. What are the major demand shifts you’re observing among startups, SMEs, and enterprises?
In NCR's cutthroat market, startups are shifting toward budget-friendly flex desks and hot-desking without lock-ins, enabling rapid scaling. SMEs increasingly seek vibrant networking hubs in central, accessible spots with robust amenities to attract talent. Enterprises demand customizable private offices and managed suites optimized for hybrid policies, with a focus on scalability and compliance. Overall, occupancy is climbing to 88% as professionals prioritize tech-rich, convenient spaces amid competition.
5. As companies prioritize flexibility and cost efficiency, what innovations or service trends do you believe will shape the future of co-working in India?
Key innovations like agentic AI for automated bookings, predictive space management, and seamless client onboarding will drive operational efficiency and cost savings. Trends also include smart sustainable architectures with energy-efficient tech, plus build-to-suit customizations for hybrid agility. In India's booming market, these will propel decentralized, pay-per-use models that balance flexibility, affordability, and innovation for post-pandemic workforces.
.png)