Office silence

In a world full of stimuli more often than not we need… peace and quiet. Acoustics in the office is something which attracts the attention not only of architects but also of investors and office managers.

Why? George Michelsen Foy observed in Psychology Today that what is paradoxical about western societies, is that even though noise irritates us, we consider it to be a healthy manifestation of human economical, social or even cultural activity. We tolerate it because we believe that noise proves the productivity of machines and people, convincing us that everything is as it should be.

However, sensory overload blocks the ability to work efficiently. It hinders our concentration which is not easy to achieve anyway. Too many sounds increase the stress level, decrease the level of well-being and can even lead to health problems.

Soundproofing the space in which we’re active on a daily basis is especially important in open-space offices. Over 50% of employees indicates that a lack of acoustic and visual privacy is the most frustrating aspect of working in the office.

As a result, designers and manufacturers come up with solutions which help us regain working comfort. One of the most efficient are acoustic booths, provided that they have good parameters and are built from sturdy materials.

In this category of office furniture (termed “phone booths” or “acoustic pods”) products of Finnish brand Framery distinguish themselves. They provide comfort and discretion of a phone conversation or a business meeting, without irritating coworkers, even if they stand right next to work stations. They also provide a moment of respite from office noise, thus supporting concentration and productivity. They are complemented by well thought-out details, for example: comfortable rounded table, efficient and silent air-conditioning system and discreet LED lighting.

Framery booths are available in many colour options and 2 models. Classic, one person Framery O is used for telephone and video calls. Framery Q is a version for two people, with various arrangement options. It became available two years ago after customers asked for a meeting booth.  )nline configurator will help to choose the right version for you.

Finns prepare a launch of a new product, which will be presented at NeoCon Fair in Chicago. We invite you to test Framery booths in our Marro showroom in Powiśle (Leszczyńska 4, on the corner with Dobra). Additional information can be provided by Katarzyna Wodzyńska and Beata Niezgodzińska. News are published on our LinkedIn channel – join us.