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The ICELab @ Western

A public coworking space in Gunnison

The ICELab @ Western is a coworking space on the campus of Western Colorado University in Gunnison. In addition to coworking memberships, the ICELab @ Western offers private offices and dedicated desks. The space serves as the setting for programming run by the ICELab, Gunnison County’s economic development organization. It’s also a meeting spot and networking hub for local small businesses and entrepreneurs.

Address, hours and contact info

To purchase a coworking space membership or drop-in pass, visit the ICELab @ Western’s Proximity page.

Address: 540 Escalante Dr., Gunnison, CO 81231

Phone: (970) 281-5667

Email: [email protected]

Hours: Staffed weekdays 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Open 24/7 to members. 

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Memberships and offerings

Click the button below to view all the ICELab @ Western’s membership options for purchase on the Proximity platform, or keep scrolling to learn more. 

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Amenities for members

All ICELab @ Western members get full access to the coworking space—a large, sunny, second-story terrace with an open floor plan. The ICELab @ Western is furnished with a variety of desks, chairs, tables and couches.

In addition to coworking space access, the following benefits are included in a membership:

  • Lightning-fast internet
  • 24/7 building access
  • Private booths for phone or video calls
  • Standing desks
  • Monitors
  • Whiteboards
  • Printer/copier, laminator and office supplies
  • Coffee and Crested Bucha kombucha on tap
  • Shared kitchen, refrigerator and microwave
  • Monthly networking events
  • Access to the ICELab mentor network
  • Good vibes and assistance from the ICELab staff

Additional amenities and resources are available for tenants of private office spaces.

Workspace options

Coworking space

Paneled with tall windows overlooking campus and the surrounding mountains, the coworking space at the ICELab @ Western shows off the beauty of the Gunnison Valley. Daily drop-ins, punch passes and monthly subscriptions are available. Western Colorado University students receive a special low rate. Coworking members receive free or discounted rates on reservable resources (such as the conference room).

Conference room

The conference room meeting space may be reserved by the hour. The room seats up to twelve people. A large monitor and video conferencing equipment are included. For frequent users, monthly memberships are available.

Dedicated desks

A dedicated desk gives you your own cubicle-style office space. A desk and chair are provided, or members may bring their own. Dedicated desks can be reserved by the month.

Private offices

A limited number of private offices are available for rent by the month. Private offices also come optionally furnished with a desk and chair at no extra charge. Please contact ICELab program manager Ben Engman for more information. 

Explore the coworking space in Gunnison

The photo gallery below shows what it’s like to work in the ICELab @ Western.

The bright, open coworking floor promotes creativity and collaboration. Floor-to-ceiling windows face southwest towards a stunning view of the surrounding mountains. Work solo from your choice of a standing desk or traditional desk. Alternatively, join colleagues for a casual conversation in one of the comfortable seating areas. 

Phone rooms, offices and conference room spaces allow for private meetings. They’re also quiet places to immerse yourself in deep concentration if needed. 

Two people work while sitting on the ICELab couches.
Three people sitting around a conference room at a gunnison coworking space, the ICELab at Western
A woman works on her laptop in a phone room at the ICELab.
Two men talking at the ICELab, a coworking space in Gunnison, CO
two people sitting at a desk in the icelab coworking space in Gunnison
Two people talk across the ICELab @ Western, showing its amenities, including standing desks and whiteboards.

Meet the ICELab entrepreneurs

Watch the video below to meet the people behind the small businesses in Gunnison and Crested Butte.

Who you’ll be joining

Get to know the businesses who share the ICELab @ Western.

More ICELab resources

The ICELab is the Gunnison Valley’s entrepreneurial support organization. In addition to operating the coworking space in Gunnison, the ICELab’s mission is to create more, high-paying jobs in Gunnison County, support local exporters and foster connections within the business community. Learn more about the ICELab’s programs below.

a group of people sit around an outdoor table under an umbrella

Outdoor Industry Funding Summit

Gnara products in a GUC airport display case.

Gunnison airport advertising

A group of people sitting in rows of chairs watching a presentation in a room with a picture of a map, teal wall, and materials for a presentation

State and local business resources

ICELab incubator program

Business incubator program

Helpful articles from the ICELab

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