A Space That Works For You.

A modern co-workspace in historic Stillwater, MN. From freelancers to startups, find a space tailored to your ambition.

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Dedicated Desks

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Flexible Desks

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A modern meeting room with a large wooden table, leather chairs, and a brick wall, equipped with a whiteboard and a flat-screen TV.

Meetings

Conference Rooms

A pair of adjustable standing desks with dual monitors and ergonomic chairs in a workspace featuring an exposed brick wall.

Focus

Dedicated Desks

A communal workspace with high stools and tables, complemented by a warm hardwood floor and soft lighting.

Versitility

Flexible Desks

Exclusive

Private Offices

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Quiet

Phone Booths

A cozy lounge area with plush blue sofas, brown leather cushions, and a large potted plant, set against an exposed brick wall.

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Event Space

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Conference Rooms

Dedicated Desks

Flex Desks

Floor plan of Lift Bridge Cowork's Union Block, featuring various meeting rooms named RABA, MIZERA, O'SHAUGHNESSEY, and FISHER, with designated areas for lockers and restrooms.

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Union Block

Originally constructed in 1885, the Union Block building was established by some of Minnesota’s earliest entrepreneurs. We are proud to continue their legacy, creating a space that encourages productivity, creativity and collaboration.

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Mizera

The Mizera is our official Podcast and meeting room – walls have a layer of sound dampening material helpful for audio recording. Room features a Roku TV and seats 4 comfortably.

Maxine Mizera was Jill’s maternal grandmother. She taught her empathy and patience. She was a mother to 6 children, and despite often hard times, possessed the most contagious laugh.

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O'Shaugnessey

Our largest conference room, O’Shaughnessey, seats 8. The room features a large whiteboard, Roku TV and Neat Video Conferencing hardware.

Lillian O’Shaughnessey was my paternal grandmother. She had an iron will, and extreme work ethic. The mother of 8 children, she worked as a nurse, & raised her family in rural North Dakota.

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Fisher

The Fisher is the favorite small meeting space. At the front of the Cowork, this room seats 4 comfortably and includes a large whiteboard.

Jill’s mother, Cindy Fisher, embodies them all. She is equal parts pitbull and comedian. She could have succeeded as a farmer or CEO. Jill owes both her roots and wings to Cindy.

The main seating area of Lift Bridge Cowork's Union Block location.

Flex Desks

Enjoy access to the common areas with both high-top and low-top tables with area dividers, as well as couches and chairs. Flex Desk memberships also come with the conference room reservation system, all the coffee you could possibly drink, and 10% off at Mon Petit Chéri Bakery & Kitchen.

Dedicated Desks

Access to your personal reserved sit/stand desk, common areas, conference room reservation system, all the coffee you could possibly drink, and 10% off at Mon Petit Chéri Bakery & Kitchen.

Raba

The Raba is a spacious room that seats 6 comfortably, featuring a large whiteboard and Roku TV. This room is located at the back of the Cowork, affording an extra level of privacy.

Jill’s maternal great-grandmother Theresa Raba was as tough as nails. A widowed solo female entrepreneur in the 1940’s and mother of four. She continued to run a successful bar named the Kokomo in Lemmon, South Dakota for more than 50 years.

Layout of the Lift Bridge Cowork's Event Space showcasing flex desks, a kitchen area, dedicated desks, phone booths, and an outdoor deck, with detailed positioning of tables, chairs, and other office amenities.

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Event Space (Coming soon!)

Our upcoming expansion of our Union Block space, which will be adding over 2,500 square feet of an elegantly designed, multi-functional area. This new space features a large, welcoming deck, perfect for outdoor relaxation or casual meetings. Inside, the environment is tailored for versatility, boasting areas that cater to both collaborative and individual work. The kitchen area, fitted with high-end modern appliances, is equipped with everything you need to cater your events. Additionally, our space will feature six large TVs, including a massive custom-built, multi-paneled display, providing a modern and engaging backdrop for presentations, gatherings, or entertainment. This expansion marks a significant enhancement to our community's working and networking experience, blending functionality with modern elegance.

Bottom floor plan of the Victorian building labeled 'START-UP SUITE'. It features a 'CONFERENCE ROOM' with a large central table surrounded by chairs, depicted by circles. Adjacent to it is the 'MAIN OFFICE' area with two desks and a 'PRIVATE OFFICE' with a diagonal icon representing a desktop. The area is accessible by a staircase on the left, indicated by parallel lines with steps.

Middle floor plan labeled 'BOARD ROOM'. This level includes a large 'LOUNGE' area with a round table and chairs, and two rectangular conference tables with chairs around them. There's also a 'KITCHENETTE' adjacent to a staircase that leads to the other floors. Restroom icons indicate the presence of facilities on this floor.

Top floor plan labeled 'PRIVATE OFFICES'. This layout includes several individual offices, each with a desk and chair, as well as a larger area with a long conference table and chairs. The floor is accessible via a staircase leading from the floors below, and restroom facilities are also indicated by icons.

The Victorian

The Victorian is a beautifully designed space that combines modern amenities with a touch of classic elegance. Situated just two blocks from Main Street in Downtown Stillwater, the Board Room provides a private and sophisticated setting for executive offsites and corporate meetings. The space can accommodate up to 16 people and features an adjacent lounge for added convenience and flexibility. This space also includes private offices and a start-up suite. The interior is crafted to inspire productivity and collaboration, making it an ideal choice for high-level meetings and gatherings. With its prime location and thoughtfully designed environment, The Victorian offers an exceptional experience for professional events in a historic community setting.

Start-up Suite

Month-to-month start-up suite at Lift Bridge Cowork-The Victorian, includes gig-speed internet, 5 dedicated desks, two conference rooms, ROKU TV, and private entry access.

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Board Room

Private single or multi-day rental for executive offsite & corporate boardroom meetings at The Victorian. Space seats up to 16 people plus an adjacent lounge which seats 6 people. Amenities include 75 inch ROKU TV, white board, gig-speed internet, and adjacent kitchenette including a fridge and buffet table for catering vendors.

Private Offices

Month-to-month private office spaces for use of 1-2 individuals available at The Victorian. These private offices include gig-speed internet, use of a shared conference room, and private entry access.

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Embracing the Past, Inspiring the Future

Historic 310 Main Street in Stillwater, MN was built in 1885. The building was originally home to the Giebler brothers, owners of the first butcher shop in Stillwater. They were mentors to John Wright ‘Jack’ Hooley, who went on to found what we now know as Cub Foods/Supervalu. 

Current owners Jill and Justin Kaufenberg purchased the building in order to revitalize it, highlighting its local charm. Renovations were made to restore the original architecture and design elements of the building, exposing the existing brick and beam work and refinishing the original hardwood floors. This resulted in the Annual Preservation Award from the Stillwater Historic Preservation Commission in 2019. Lift Bridge Cowork officially opened in the renovated upper level in May 2019.

Meet the Team

Meet the talented duo behind Lift Bridge Cowork who work tirelessly to create an inspiring and collaborative environment for everyone.

Jill Kaufenberg

Owner

Jill, founder of Lift Bridge Cowork and Chopper Mill, Inc., champions philanthropy to positively impact children's futures through her foundation's initiatives.

Jenny Pater

Community Manager

A Stillwater native, Jenny now resides in Lake Elmo with her family after a stint in the Bay area. She is passionate about supporting the local community and fostering connections.