Spaces - Playhouse District

PREDATORY. DO NOT SIGN A LEASE. I signed a lease with DAVID MORRISON and rescinded it 90 minutes later after discovering their terrible reputation (Yelp, Google, Reddit, BBB). Shockingly, they denied the cancellation. They are currently pursuing $38,000 in rent for a unit I never entered, never took keys for, and canceled 55 days before the start date. My attorney has been fighting this for a month with no resolution because their communication is designed to wall you off. The location managers and sales staff refuse to help. There is a reason this business has an F rating with the Better Business Bureau and over 770 complaints regarding hidden fees and cancellation issues. I have escalated this to the Attorney General and local authorities. Save yourself the legal battle and go elsewhere. (Case: CRM:09920001185 -- Stop the junk fees and process my termination.)

They forced me to write this review. I toured every coworking property in Pasadena before selecting Spaces. In 2025, I signed a lease with Spaces, paid my deposit, and the first month’s rent. I chose that particular office for very specific reasons: window suite, near-direct access to outdoor space for my mixers, a quiet, stable spot for my podcasting, and walking distance to my escrow and other real estate offices. Four days before move-in, Spaces informed me that my office had been leased to “a corporate client.” My business, plans, furniture, artwork, and my podcast were put on hold. They offered to let me move in, but only for 16 days. They dangled larger offices and in completely different locations in Pasadena, but made it clear they could push me out of that one at any time. Did you know that Spaces has 2 locations in Pasadena, and they operate as a Regus south of the 210 freeway? Those other 2 locations were completely unsuitable for me. I thought it was getting resolved. They apologized in writing and promised a full refund. That was weeks ago. I have followed up three times and received no response. They still owe me thousands of dollars. Like I said, they forced me to write this review. Unless you enjoy headaches and instability, I recommend staying away from Spaces and Regus.

They forced me to write this review. I toured every coworking property in Pasadena before selecting Spaces. In 2025, I signed a lease with Spaces, paid my deposit, and the first month’s rent. I chose that particular office for very specific reasons: window suite, near-direct access to outdoor space for my mixers, a quiet, stable spot for my podcasting, and walking distance to my escrow and other real estate offices. Four days before move-in, Spaces informed me that my office had been leased to “a corporate client.” My business, plans, furniture, artwork, and my podcast were put on hold. They offered to let me move in, but only for 16 days. They dangled larger offices and in completely different locations in Pasadena, but made it clear they could push me out of that one at any time. Did you know that Spaces has 2 locations in Pasadena, and they operate as a Regus south of the 210 freeway? Those other 2 locations were completely unsuitable for me. I thought it was getting resolved. They apologized in writing and promised a full refund. That was weeks ago. I have followed up three times and received no response. They still owe me thousands of dollars. Like I said, they forced me to write this review. Unless you enjoy headaches and instability, I recommend staying away from Spaces and Regus.

Lovely place... Go!!!

The office space itself is lovely, but that's where the positives end. Be cautious about the fees; you’re charged for every little amenity. The automatic contract renewal feels like a trap—I spent six months navigating the process to get a refund, which was a total nightmare. Additionally, there’s a noticeable lack of staff, and I often heard complaints from them about their working conditions. At one point, they even asked my assistant for food, which speaks volumes about their treatment of employees. If you choose to rent here, be aware of the rigid policies and potential fees. Make sure you know your exit date, as they offer no flexibility whatsoever. Overall, I wouldn’t recommend this space.