Organisation: Bean Research
Team size: Small and growing
Canopi customer: Since November 2025
The challenge: Growing without a home base
For years, Bean Research operated without a dedicated workspace.
As an independent research and evaluation social enterprise working with charities, foundations, and the public sector, the team had made flexible working work – moving between borrowed desks and home set-ups.
But as the organisation grew, the limitations became harder to ignore:
- No consistent base to bring the team together
- Limited ability to host interns or collaborators
- A lack of professional space for client engagement
The team needed somewhere that matched both their practical needs and their values.
The solution: A space that combines focus, flexibility, and community
After exploring options across London Bridge and Southwark, Bean Research found what they were looking for at Canopi.
The immediate fit was made up of a combination of:
- Private Qabin booths and pods for focused, confidential work
- Flexible meeting spaces for collaboration and clients
- A central Bermondsey location
- A community of like-minded organisations
Within days of visiting, the team had signed up – and by November 2025, Canopi had become their new base.
The impact: A step-change in how the team works
Moving to Canopi has transformed Bean Research’s day-to-day experience in ways both practical and unexpected.
- A true anchor for collaboration: Having a shared physical space has strengthened how the team connects and works together – something they hadn’t fully realised they were missing.
- A professional home: Canopi is now Bean’s registered address, giving the organisation a stronger presence and a clear base for its work.
- Better client experience: The team now regularly hosts clients on-site – using both formal meeting rooms and informal spaces like the kitchen to build relationships.
- A thriving network: Being surrounded by other charities and social enterprises has opened up new conversations, connections, and opportunities
A moment that mattered
Sometimes, the smallest interactions signal the biggest shift. On day one, a chance conversation by the kitchen tap sparked an unexpectedly long and engaging discussion with another organisation in the building. It was the first of many. That everyday openness – the ease of meeting others, sharing ideas, and discovering common ground – quickly became one of the most valued aspects of being at Canopi.
Unexpected wins
Alongside the core benefits, new opportunities have emerged.
- Creating a short video for Canopi’s reception screen has since become a valuable tool in pitches and introductions
- The support of the on-site team allows Bean to stay focused on delivering impact
- Shared spaces – from the courtyard to the kitchen – add energy and variety to the working day
It all contributes to a workplace that feels both productive and human.
“We have made new connections, moved our registered address here, and genuinely feel part of a community. We cannot imagine going back to borrowing desks.”
Who is Canopi right for?
Bean Research’s experience highlights a strong fit for:
- Small but growing organisations ready for a permanent base
- Teams that have outgrown fully remote or borrowed setups
- Charities and social enterprises looking for both workspace and community
The bigger picture
Bean Research’s story shows how the right environment can unlock the next stage of growth.
By moving from temporary solutions to a space designed for connection, flexibility, and professionalism, they’ve created not just a place to work, but a place to belong, collaborate, and expand their impact.