Nowhere was established in early 2020 in response to COVID19 to connect humans in a time of unprecedented social distance.
On a clear crisp day in early March 2020 in NYC and spread across the globe, our creative community at The Windmill Factory started a Creative Response Slack Channel to explore how we could support. It was a scary time, there was much fear, so much unknown. We were gathering virtually, to share, collaborate, support various causes and each other but the virtual tools for gathering felt primitive.
We started asking, How can arts and culture thrive at a distance? Where is the watering hole, community center, or town square online?
We had just spent 5 months designing the IRL launch of Eli Pariser's movement, New_Public, aimed at inspiring the creation of healthier public spaces online. We researched how to intentionally create digital town squares and social spaces that support democracy not hinder it. Eli reached out and tasked us to explore bringing what we had designed IRL to URL. It was hard to imagine the complex 48 hour IRL immersive experience across multiple venues in the Bay Area being possible digitally. But we took on the task and began testing various digital platforms. None of which inspired us, none provided us the agency or tools we would need to create a meaningful immersive experience so we decided to build our own.
NOWHERE continues to be built with a desire and dedication by a community of artists, architects and engineers that believe people can have inspiring collective experiences even when we are apart physically. We believe presence is larger than place and hope you'll join us on this mission. Grab your free space and start gathering your community NOWHERE.
To deepen and excite human connection by revolutionizing virtual gathering.
Immediacy
Nowhere is about being present with others. Be here now. Be in the moment. Express your truth.
Inclusion
Listen more than you speak and make sure everyone contributes. We encourage healthy debate and differences of opinion.
Integrity
We believe business IS personal. We are honest, open, ethical, and fair. Treat others with respect.
Generosity
Be an exceptional host for our guests. The more you give, the more you get. You make this place. Leave it better than you found it every day.
Passionate Collaboration
Encourage active exploration, play, vulnerability, and serendipity to inspire healthy interactions and relationships. More brains make better.
Distribute Wealth and Power
Empower players to own and monetize their creativity.
Artists to our core designing for a human centric future.
Start hostingCommunities are moving from sprawling, all encompassing networks to familiar, passion-based nodes.
Years of experience manufacturing sublime experiences for audiences - intimate to thousands.
“Your platform is medicinal media. It's therapeutic. It gives organized serendipity and a higher likemindedness.”
Jon Cropper
Founder, Futurelogic
What is NOWHERE used for?
Festivals, music video premieres, live comedy, NFT drops, live auctions, show and tell, networking, team gatherings, scavenger hunts, presentations, fan clubs, town halls, birthday parties... Basically anything that benefits from real human connection. See Case Studies for inspiration.
Do I need to install anything?
Nope. All you need is a browser and the internet, no need to download software or use specialized hardware. A webcam, microphone and headphones are recommended, but you can still use our platform without them.
Does NOWHERE work on mobile devices?
We support basic access for mobile devices, but for the best experience, we recommend using a computer.
What is spatial audio?
Spatial audio means that sound in NOWHERE works like in real life. People close to you are louder, and people further away are softer. If someone on your left speaks, you hear them on the left, and the same on the right. Spatial audio is what makes interactions in NOWHERE feel so natural.
How much does NOWHERE cost?
Right now, each account can create one free customizable 50-person space. Need more room? Each space can hold up to 150 people and events for thousands are easy. Click the link below to get in touch with us.
Is my NOWHERE space truly private?
Yes! Your space comes with a unique link and you decide how you want to share. Make it as public or private as you like. You can also wallet gate spaces with crypto tokens, POAPs, or NFTs. Moderating your spaces is easy and effective. See below to learn about our privacy policy.
How many people can a space hold?
Premium accounts have access to capacities of up to 151 players while free spaces hold up to 50 players simultaneously. Spaces can easily link together for seamless large events with attendees in the thousands.
Can NOWHERE be used to organize large scale events?
Absolutely. Create amazing large scale events across multiple interconnected spaces and easily stream to all of them. Get in touch here to learn more.
Can I share my screen in NOWHERE?
Yes, easily. If you are the host of a space, you can share your screen to a space to broadcast a video, present a document, or any webpage. For premium accounts we also have high quality multi-space HLS live streaming available to one click stream to thousands. Contact us to learn more.
How can I share my contact information with other users in NOWHERE?
Click on anyone to exchange business cards (contact info, links, and more). Find your orbit by pressing “o” or in your settings. Update your orbit card in your account page.
Connect, explore and create in the metaverse in seconds.
Cruise around, discover the worlds, find an event, maybe bump into someone.
NOWHERE is a video chat platform that allows fluid mobility in and out of conversations, activities, and events. The NOWHERE platform, website, products, and services (collectively “Services”) are provided by NWR Corp. and are protected by U.S. Patent No. 11,522,925, with other U.S. and foreign patents pending. We respect your privacy and have designed the Services with your privacy in mind. This website is secured with SSL By: Let's Encrypt. All rights reserved Nowhere Inc 2022 New York the USA. Web design and development by THETA33