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Quiet pods are a solution for focus and well-being in open offices

Quiet pods provide soundproof spaces for focused work and private calls in open offices. Read more about the benefits of quiet pods.

While open offices encourage interaction, your team also needs a place to escape the noise for confidential calls and focused work. Quiet pods provide a simple, flexible, and effective solution, seamlessly integrating into your existing office layout. Quiet pods aren’t just for offices – they can also be used in schools, lounges, and other shared spaces to create spaces to study or relax in peace.

Key highlights

  • Quiet pods are individual soundproof booths designed for focused work, private calls, and moments of peace in open office spaces, busy lounges, and study environments.
  • Modular quiet pods offer advanced acoustics, optimized airflow, integrated technology, adjustable lighting, and comfortable furnishings, creating a productive and comfortable environment.
  • Introducing quiet pods leads to enhanced productivity, improved employee well-being, and greater confidentiality, providing a cost-effective and flexible solution for open office layouts.

Modular quiet pods offer scalable solutions

Quiet pods are soundproof booths designed to be placed within a larger space, such as an open office. Think of them as a private room-within-a-room. Unlike traditional construction, these pods are modular and don’t require building permits, making them a practical and scalable solution for dynamic workplaces and other environments where isolated spaces are needed.

The soundproof Framery One is a quiet pod that supports individual focus time at the office by providing A-class soundproofing adjusted to human speech frequencies.

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Quiet pods for offices

Open offices are used to break silos and foster collaboration, but these benefits often come with significant challenges. Constant noise and interruptions are among the top complaints of office workers, leading to decreased productivity and increased stress. 

By strategically placing quiet pods in the office, you can create a collaborative yet focused work environment. Quiet pods for offices can be used for:

  • Deep focus work: Writing reports, analyzing data, or completing tasks that require uninterrupted concentration.
  • Phone calls: Provide a private space for confidential conversations without disturbing colleagues.
  • Video conferencing: Quiet pods are great for confidential client check-ins, virtual meetings and sensitive HR conversations.

Integrating quiet pods for office use isn’t about isolating your team; it’s about giving them control over their work environment. It empowers them to choose the setting that best suits their task, leading to greater efficiency and job satisfaction.

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Quiet pods for enhanced focus and employee well-being

Inside a quiet pod, you’ll find everything needed for a comfortable and productive work session:

  • Advanced acoustics: With fine-tuned soundproofing and embedded sound masking, quiet pods effectively block out external noise. Framery’s quiet pods offer a speech level reduction of 30 dB, effectively turning the chatter of an office into a faint whisper.
  • Optimized airflow: An adaptive, yet quiet, ventilation system continuously circulates fresh air, ensuring the space remains comfortable and fresh, even during longer periods of use.
  • Integrated technology: Equipped with power outlets and USB-C charging ports, Framery’s quiet pods allow you to stay connected in every task.
  • Adjustable lighting: High-quality, adjustable LED lighting creates a suitable environment for both video meetings and focused tasks, without causing eye strain.
  • Comfortable furnishings: Framery’s quiet pods have height-adjustable seats and built-in footrests, providing comfort for both short calls and longer video conferences.

Framery One Compact is a cost-effective solution that offers optimal spatial efficiency. With its minimal footprint, it can be easily integrated into any office space, lounge, or study hall. The materials, colors, and fabrics of the work pod can be tailored to fit into any interior design seamlessly.

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Quiet pods create space for concentration and improve well-being

Introducing quiet pods into your workplace offers benefits that extend beyond providing a quiet place to work.

Enhanced productivity and focus

The greatest benefit is the reduction in distractions. When employees can step into a quiet pod, they are signalling that they need to focus. The acoustic isolation allows for deep work, a state of intense concentration and increased productivity. This results in higher-quality outputs and a more efficient use of time.

Improved employee well-being and satisfaction

Constant noise at the office can be a source of stress for employees. By offering an escape from the sensory overload of an open office, you show a commitment to your team’s well-being. Autonomy over one’s workspace is a powerful driver of job satisfaction and can help attract and retain top talent.

Greater privacy and confidentiality

Privacy is crucial in any office. Quiet pods provide a confidential and soundproof environment for different tasks, such as a lawyer discussing a case, a manager conducting a performance review, or a salesperson negotiating a contract.

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Cost-effective and flexible solution

Building permanent, soundproof rooms is expensive, time-consuming, and disruptive. Quiet work pods are significantly less expensive and can be assembled in a matter of hours, eliminating the dust and noise associated with traditional construction. 

As your company grows or your office layout changes, these modular quiet pods can be easily moved to a new location, offering a future-proof investment in your workspace.

Successful integration of quiet pods in Finnair’s Schengen lounge

Finnair’s successful implementation of quiet pods in their new Helsinki airport lounge highlights how quiet pods create essential and productive environments, even in the most bustling public spaces. The quiet pods in the lounge provide a crucial soundproof space for business travelers to focus on work or take private calls before their flights, significantly improving the passenger experience and comfort while traveling with Finnair.

“The exceptional quality and alignment with our Scandinavian aesthetic made Framery pods the ideal choice for a high-traffic space like our airport lounge.”

Lotta Prinssi
Customer Experience Development Manager
Finnair
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Who should consider quiet pods?

While almost any modern office can benefit from soundproof office pods, you should strongly consider them if you are:

  • A company with an open office seeking a balance between collaboration and individual focus.
  • Organization handling sensitive information, such as a financial or healthcare institution, HR department or law firm.
  • Tech company or creative agency with roles that require long periods of deep concentration.
  • Educational institution, such as a school, university and library.
  • Facility and office manager looking for a scalable and cost-effective way to improve the office layout.

Framery’s quiet pods have been successfully integrated into offices, elementary schools, universities, and various public spaces to address the needs of employees and students. Explore our extensive range of office pods and quiet phone booths to find the ideal solution for your business. 

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FAQ about about quiet pods

Why are quiet pods important?

Quiet pods create a balanced work environment, providing employees with dedicated spaces for focused work, private calls, and moments of peace in an open office. This addresses diverse employee needs by boosting productivity, reducing stress, and enhancing job satisfaction.

How do quiet pods work?

Framery’s quiet office pods have a sealed frame that dampens sound vibrations and prevents sounds from leaking through, as well as interior surfaces made of high-performance acoustic materials that absorb sound waves within the pod.

Are quiet pods actually soundproof?

Framery’s quiet pods feature leading A-class soundproofing with a noise reduction of 30dB, ensuring uninterrupted privacy. This is the industry’s top ISO 23351-1 rating for office pods, indicating that the pod effectively insulates against noise both inside and outside.

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