The Future of Work in Wisconsin: Why Remote Professionals Are Choosing The Solarium
- Joanna Kurylo
- Apr 17
- 4 min read
Updated: Apr 29
Over the past few years, work has completely changed—and for the better. We’ve gone from traditional 9-to-5 office settings to hybrid schedules, Zoom meetings, and home offices tucked into spare bedrooms. While it’s opened up incredible flexibility, it’s also forced a lot of professionals and companies to ask: Where do we actually work best?
At The Solarium, we’ve been thinking about that too. Located just 20 minutes outside of Madison in Waterloo, WI, our building was designed with this shift in mind. Whether you're working remotely full-time, managing a hybrid team, or just need a space that doesn’t involve sitting at your kitchen table—our Flex Space and private offices were built to give you options.
Remote Work in Wisconsin: What the Numbers Say
Wisconsin is definitely feeling the remote work wave. According to the Badger Institute, 12% of people work from home in Wisconsin in 2023—about three times the percentage of workers working remotely just 10 years ago.
And in Madison? That number is even higher. A Wisconsin Policy Forum report found that over 22% of Madison-area workers were primarily remote—ranking the city among the top 25 metro areas nationwide for remote work adoption.
Zoom out, and the national numbers back it up too. A 2023 McKinsey report showed that 58% of U.S. employees have the option to work from home at least one day a week, and 35% are working remotely full-time.
In short: the future of work is already here. It’s remote, it’s flexible—and people are rethinking what they actually need from an office. The result? A growing number of professionals and businesses are stepping away from dense, high-cost downtown buildings and looking for something more functional and balanced.
Work-Life Balance Starts with Space That Makes Sense
Now, don’t get me wrong—remote work has a lot of perks. But it also has its limits. The lines between home life and work life can blur quickly when your office is also your living room. Distractions multiply. Focus drifts. And burnout creeps in faster than most people expect.
A recent article from the CDC reported that remote workers are more likely to experience isolation and struggle with work-life boundaries. That’s especially true for people without a dedicated home office—or anyone trying to work while managing kids, pets, or roommates.
That’s exactly where The Solarium comes in.
Having access to a dedicated space—not at home, not in a coffee shop, and not an hour away—helps remote professionals create better structure and get more done. Even if your company is based in Madison, Milwaukee, Chicago or beyond, you can still have a professional environment close to home that helps you stay sharp, meet with clients, or simply work uninterrupted.
What Makes The Solarium Different
The Solarium isn’t a traditional coworking space—and it’s definitely not a typical office building. It’s something in between, and intentionally so.
We offer two types of workspace:
Flex Space – Perfect for remote professionals, freelancers, or small teams that don’t need a full-time office but want a beautiful, functional space to work when they need it.
Private Offices – Fully enclosed offices ideal for small to medium-sized businesses, consultants, or anyone who needs consistent privacy and space to focus.
Whether you're in the Flex Space or a private office, all members have access to high-speed internet, conference rooms, digital mail services, and a dedicated business address—great for anyone who’s tired of using their home address for everything.
And yes, we have ample free parking and natural light throughout the whole building. ☀️
Why Remote Workers Are Making the Move
Here’s the thing: you don’t need to work in a city to work like a professional. We’re seeing more and more people in the Madison metro area choose The Solarium because it’s close enough to stay connected—but far enough to work without distraction.
It’s also incredibly cost-effective. Compared to office space in downtown Madison or coworking spaces with long waitlists and limited hours, The Solarium offers flexibility, affordability, and space to actually grow.
You can come in for the day, rent a private office, or grow into a suite if your team expands. You can meet clients without using a noisy coffee shop. You can check your business mail without it ending up in your personal inbox. You can breathe—and get work done.
The Bottom Line: You Deserve Better Than Your Dining Table
Remote work is here to stay—but that doesn’t mean you should settle for a scattered, unproductive setup. If you’re a remote employee, solopreneur, or small business owner trying to make it all work, you deserve a space that’s as flexible and focused as you are.
The Solarium gives you that space.
It’s time to get out of the house, get back into your routine, and get back into a workspace that works for you.
🔗 Ready to take a look?
You can explore everything we offer at www.solariumwi.com, schedule a tour directly through our Calendly link, or email us at info@solariumwi.com if you’d rather connect first. We’d love to show you around and hear more about what kind of space you're looking for.
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