Frequently Asked Questions

  • We open in Lisbon in January 2026.

  • A limited number of Founding Memberships are open now, offering lifetime locked-in pricing, priority access, and exclusive benefits. After the first 50 Founding Members, three tiers of membership plans will become available, alongside day passes for single visits.

    Right now, Founding Memberships are the only way to secure your place before we officially open doors.

    Schedule a visit to experience the space and see if you'd like to join us in building the community and shaping Absent’s founding rhythms and rituals.

  • As a Founding Member, you receive:

    • Lifetime pricing – €90/month (€49 less than standard). Never increases. Duo memberships are €140/month.

    • Priority access – First to know about events, first invited, preferred pricing on workshops.

    • Bring your people – Monthly guest passes and one hosted gathering per year.

    • Gift a membership – Pass on one founding rate membership to someone you love.

    • Gifts from time  – Handcrafted for you, including one free month every anniversary.

  • €90 per month for one person or €140 per month for two people. After opening, equivalent memberships will be €139 and €189.

    Join as a Founding Member

  • Your phone goes into a secure pouch when you arrive. It stays with you but remains offline while you're inside. If you need to use it, step outside and use it anytime.

  • Absent isn't a coworking space. It's designed for creative projects, reflection, connection, and analog activities, not laptops and deadlines. But please join us after work for some disconnected connection.

  • Anything your time needs. Create, connect, read, journal, play, explore analog activities, or settle into a quiet corner. We have an abundant selection of activities and materials from books, board games, art supplies to craft materials, music, journals. You are welcome to bring your own materials too.

  • Yes. Absent has a café serving excellent coffee, seasonal high quality food, and an array of drinks prepared with care and intention.

  • Yes. You can book a guided visit to experience the space and see if it feels right for you. Day passes will also be available after opening for single visits.

  • Yes. Guest passes are included in membership options.