Spare Change

Laundromats are essential in cities like New York, with over 2,500 relied upon daily due to limited in-unit washers and dryers. Traditionally, laundromats have been unofficial community centers, yet they often feel uninviting and uncomfortable. As “third places” – spaces for social connection outside work and home – have disappeared laundromat cafes, or “laundrobars,” are reimagining the laundry experience.

Spare Change located in NoHo, Manhattan, embraces this trend, reimagining the laundromat as a welcoming space for laundry, food, drinks, and neighborly connection. With a mission to foster community, Spare Change transforms laundry day into a more positive social experience, shaping the future of laundry.