Off-Grid 'Work Mate' Tiny Mobile Office Doubles as Charging Station for the Towing EV

Now, with more people than ever working remotely, there is another movement taking the world by storm - the tiny office movement. Tiny offices are an appealing workspace solution for many for the same reasons tiny homes are, including their affordability, efficiency, simplicity, and portability, except they don't actually have to live there permanently.

If you have ever considered using a tiny house as a makeshift office space, take a look at Work Mate, a zero-emissions office on wheels where everything is organized and within reach. Moreover, it offers the perk of mobility, an essential aspect for someone who needs a mobile working space that can be easily moved from one location to another.

Having an office that is portable and efficient is the most appealing trait of mobile offices like this one. It lets you ditch the cubicle for the open road, work from any location, and take advantage of warm weather and fresh air while also staying productive.

Work Mate comes from the creative team at Tiny Mobile Australia and can function as an office for artists, professors, researchers, authors, freelancers, and anyone else looking for a quiet and transportable workspace.

We've mentioned artists and authors because these categories of professionals usually find inspiration in nature, so they seek to be closer to the outdoors with an office that is able to blend into the landscape. Work Mate is clad in timber and features large windows and full-light sliding doors, so it qualifies as an ideal space for those who want to connect with the surroundings. Its modern cabin-like appearance, with smooth lines and a small porch, makes it look right at home in the woods or next to a campsite.

Designed to cater to individual needs, this compact, mobile office can run off the grid and can be easily towed by a standard passenger car. What's more, it doubles as a charging station for the towing vehicle if the latter is an EV. It weighs 1.5 tons, which means it is towable with the majority of electric vehicles available on the market today.

The solar array mounted on the roof takes care of the micro office's electricity needs, powering all the kitchen appliances, computers, and TVs, and can also charge your electric vehicle in both stationary and mobile mode. This means it offers ultimate flexibility and independence, ensuring you can work from anywhere and be respectful of the environment, as it won't generate any harmful emissions.

Work Mate's eco-friendliness is further enhanced by its sustainable structure crafted using locally-supplied materials. A cassette toilet that allows for easy disposing and an atmospheric water generator that the company says "captures air and converts it to drinking water" add to the tiny office's self-reliance.

Work Mate measures 4.5 meters (14.7 feet) in length and 2.5 meters (8.2 feet) in width. The interior seems quite spacious and offers everything you would normally find in a conventional office, including solid wood desk spaces, bookshelves, lighting, and more. The abundance of glazing helps create a light-filled interior.

Because this is a compact office, there is no wasted space and all looks neatly organized and accessible. On the left side, the designers placed a wall-mounted work desk in front of a big window, with a wall-mounted television next to it. On the other side, there is a built-in bench and a sizeable integrated table that could serve as a dining area for your lunch break or as a small conference space between team colleagues.

A small kitchen at the back of the tiny office is perfect for brewing a coffee or whipping up a quick meal. It is equipped with under-counter cabinets, an integrated cooktop, and a sink. Smaller appliances can be added based on necessities.

Tiny Mobile Australia mentions that further customization of this transportable office is possible. For instance, the integrated bench can be replaced with a sofa or convertible couch where you can spend the night if you work from a remote location in the middle of nature. The wall-mounted desk can also be swapped for a larger freestanding unit, and other changes based on the client's job requirements can be performed.

If, sometime in the future, the owner no longer needs a mobile office, the Work Mate can be converted into a single-room tiny house for your own use as a holiday retreat or as a rental.

Priced from AUD$45,000 (approx. $28,800), the off-grid Work Mate offers you the freedom of having a portable workspace where the whole world could be your office.