Meanwhile House Cardiff

Established: August 2016
Location: Curran Embankment, Cardiff, CF10 5DY

Located just a short walk from Cardiff Central Station, Meanwhile House is a two-storey creative business hub offering a mix of artist studios, office spaces, and maker cabins — all under one roof. It’s one of our longest-running sites and continues to be a cornerstone of Cardiff’s independent creative scene.

The Building

Originally built in the 1960s, the 17,200 sq ft building has been reimagined to house 66 self-contained spaces ranging from 50 to 1,000 sq ft. The site also features communal kitchens, a shared meeting room, a welcoming lobby, and free unallocated car parking (subject to availability) — plus secure indoor bike storage.

Studio Types

Artist Studios
Offices
Maker Cabins

Whether you’re a creative freelancer, small business, or hands-on maker, there’s a space here to suit your needs.

Access

General building access: 6am – 11:45pm, 7 days a week
Maker cabins: 24/7 access

Best Bits

Lots of natural light
Affordable, flexible workspaces
Friendly, creative community
Breakout areas and communal kitchen
Central location with parking (subject to availability)

Who’s Here

Meanwhile House is home to a thriving mix of creatives and professionals — from photographers, ceramicists, graphic designers and illustrators, to writers, chocolatiers, musicians, therapists, and accountants.

The Story

Meanwhile House Cardiff was our very first project outside of Bristol — and the original “Meanwhile House.” Once home to Community Service Volunteers, the building had stood empty for two years before we brought it back to life. Since 2016, it’s grown into a buzzing hub for Cardiff’s creative and independent business scene.

Transport Links

Cardiff Central Station: 6-minute walk
Cardiff Bus Station: 7-minute walk

Join the Community

Meanwhile House is more than just a place to work — it’s a home for Cardiff’s creatives, independents, and small business owners. Whether you’re a maker, freelancer, or entrepreneur, there’s a space here with your name on it.