Office Pods and Booths

About Office Pods and Booths

Open-plan spaces brought flexibility in layout organisation, and office chairs and seating have been evolving accordingly. Office pods present a room within a room, providing employees with an opportunity to isolate per need while remaining connected to the flow. They are functional, comfortable, and above all - versatile, whether used for a private phone call or small business meeting. 

Office pods are available in various sizes, shapes, styles and colours and styles. They are movable, simple to set up, and easy to rearrange to create independent zones. 

Office Pods Advantages

Office pods offer a range of benefits in line with the requirements of modern working environments:

• Flexible privacy
• Noise regulation
• Enhanced productivity
• Minimised stress
• Convenience of use 
• Portability
• Cost-effectiveness 

One of the vital advantages of office pods is that they don’t need planning permission, making them an efficient and quick solution for creating additional workspaces. 

Applications of Office Pods and Booths

Office booths are an alternative to traditional meeting rooms, ensuring a satisfactory level of privacy in all kinds of open-plan offices. Most office pods feature half-open shapes suitable for a range of activities, including meetings, brainstorming sessions, and workshops. 

• Some models, such as office phone booths, can be designed to host one person in need of focus and privacy.  
• A typical meeting pod is equipped with tables and chairs, while more advanced models also contain multimedia devices like projectors, projector screens and various audio-visual installations. 
• Silent pods feature enhanced acoustic and soundproofing properties, suitable for busy environments where several people work at the same time. They are constructed of sound-absorbing materials like polyester fibre.
• Innovative acoustic phone booths offer exceptional levels of acoustic and visual protection for making phone calls. 
• Office booths for coffee breaks enhance social elements in the workplace.

Types of Office Pods and Booths

Internal Office Pods

Internal office pods allow easy recreation of dynamic working spaces without major construction work. Most models can be installed quickly and easily, placed on any surface and in any zone, without interrupting office routines. Diverse, adaptable designs are compatible with high-quality modular systems to meet the customised requirements of different business models. 

Meeting Pods

Meeting pods come in a variety of sizes and designs, from two-person meeting pods to those that can host five or more. While primarily designed for meetings, they can serve a range of different purposes to enhance office functionality. Modern designs typically feature good connectivity, with many built-in additional features such as power outlets, lighting, and multimedia setups. 

Acoustic Office Pods

Acoustic pods are created to provide dedicated quiet zones for focusing, interviews, phone or conference calls, training sessions and similar activities. Versatile acoustic office screens and partitions can be connected to create a series of single booths or expanded to incorporate multiple soundproof office pods. Most models feature sound-absorbing panels, offering an average of 30db noise reduction.

Office Phone Booths and Work Hubs

The category of privacy pods includes office phone booths and work hubs, ideal for creating a private working environment with limiting distractions. All kinds of privacy booths can be easily relocated and reorganised per need. 

Team Office Pods

Team office pods and booths can be easily slotted into any space. They are typically more comfortable than a traditional meeting pod, available in a range of attractive and highly functional designs. Many models feature attractive office tables and creative storage solutions. Team booths offer multi-purpose space, allowing staff groups to work independently without disruptions. 

Nap Pods

Nap pods are a convenient feature for stressful working environments with long shifts, such as medical facilities. They provide a comfortable place to rest with adequate acoustic isolation. 

Office Booths Materials

• Fabric office booths feature panels covered with various kinds of textiles that match furniture upholstery of office chairs and stools.
• Wood office booths are small discreet corners that ensure the acoustic and visual privacy of occupants. 
• Transparency of plastic and glass office pods allows acoustic isolation while maintaining visual connection. 
• Composite and metal office pods are typically equipped with glass panels, offering durability along with an attractive appeal. 

Average Sizes of Office Pods 

There is no standard office booth size, and the measure depends on a variety of factors such as base shape, purpose, additional features, and others. 

• One person office booth typically measures one square meter of space.
• A four-people pod features three or more square meters.
• Eight occupants require at least five square meters. 

Things to Consider When Buying Office Booths and Pods

Exterior panels should be made of durable materials such as aluminium, composite or laminated surfaces, and similar. 

Ideal interior walls and flooring are hypoallergenic, antibacterial, and fireproof. 

Connectivity, together with the number and position of electrical sockets, can affect the convenience of use. 

Accessibility and right or left-handed door handle availability are a bonus.

If you need assistance to find the right office pods and booths for your home or office, ArchiPro provides a connection to the various professionals, ready to assist with all requirements and questions. Simply click "Contact supplier" on the product's page, or visit the supplier's website directly from the product's page.