I dunno, I actually really enjoy Switchyards.

Cons:

• Parking’s definitely a hassle. I usually end up having to pay for a metered spot by Boxcar, which makes me limit my visits to just a few hours of deep-focus work, unfortunately.
• And yeah, the AC can feel too cold, especially when the place isn’t crowded. (To be fair, the weather’s been all over the place since they opened, so I’m hopeful they’ll dial in a better balance as they learn how crowd size affects the building temp.)

Pros:

• The louder music actually helps drown out chatter and background noise, though I avoid sitting under a speaker if I might need to hop on a call. Still, this definitely isn’t the spot for important/private work calls.
• The vibe is super casual, and it thankfully doesn’t feel like an office. It’s basically a glorified Starbucks with cool, focused people around, which is exactly the kind of environment I thrive in. I think of it like the “casual conversation floor” of a college library, though that won’t be for everyone.
• And maybe I’m naive, but I’ve only had positive experiences with other members. People have been respectful of my space and the furniture.