I’ve spoken before about the importance of changing scenery, and how I enjoy treating myself to a weekly work session at a cafe.

And while this is coming from a place of bias, I’m shocked at how many coffee shops are so poorly designed for working.

So many are generic open spaces with small, awkward tables and obnoxiously loud — albeit “relaxing” — music. Finding a power outlet is next to impossible, and wifi is often questionable at best.

Sure, many of these spaces cater to people meeting for business or casual reasons. To converse or socialize.

But setting up tables geared towards workers can serve both purposes. I can’t set up my computer at all tables, but people can socialize at any. And during these work sessions, I see the people with laptops spending far more on drinks and snacks over two hours than most others over the same period.

I would much rather spend $15 or $20 a couple of times a week at a local coffee shop than the same amount for a membership to a stale co-working space. I’d even consider paying a small fee for a dedicated table or booth.

Yet for whatever reason, in a world where new cafes are popping up everywhere, finding one that functions as a comfortable workspace is weirdly difficult.

On a more thankful note, two of the best in my city are both conveniently close to home.

So if you’re reading this and are looking for a business opportunity, open up a coffee shop that caters to remote workers. Word will quickly spread.