HOW IT STARTED
From Frustration to a New Way to Work
The idea for Detour began during the pandemic, when one founder realised how deeply work depends on environment and human connection. Later, while working remotely and travelling, the other struggled to find welcoming, accessible places to work. Existing apps and searches offered little help, revealing a simple truth: the challenge wasn't demand, it was connection. Across cities, many spaces already exist: cafés, coworking hubs, hotels, and creative environments, yet remain underused during the workday. Detour unlocks these places, making flexible workspaces easier to find, easier to use, and more human for everyone involved.
