OfficePOD
Between rising rates of independent and freelance careers and the many changes to corporate work policies that have accompanied the downturn, many people are finding themselves in need of a good work space at home.
At a certain point the kitchen table (or, for that matter, the bed) just doesn't cut it in terms of organizational capacity and productivity, yet not everyone has a corner that's been waiting around to become a home office. A British company called OfficePOD has invented a solution to this dilemma. The OfficePOD is a compact, totally contained unit that has all the functions of a cubicle built into a beautifully designed mini-office that more closely resembles one of the many modern, prefab sheds we so often see.
The OfficePOD measures just under 7'x7'. The modules were designed with attention to energy efficiency and environmentally responsible materials (recyclable steel and natural wood). While the concept does require enough outdoor space to accommodate a spare room, it's also being marketed as a cubicle alternative for office buildings, giving workers more privacy and, presumably, an environment designed for greater comfort and productivity than the conventional lot.
via Springwise
Product
-
Metal Base Chair
The 1958 molded plywood stacking chairs by Norman Cherner are perfect for home, office or cafe. The seat is made of laminated plywood of graduated thickness, from 15 plys to 5 plys at the perimeter…
Dwell Collections
-
Editors' Picks Places
Editors' Picks Places
-
Office Space
We sifted through some past issues to find images of what some may argue to be the hardest working room in the house.
Event
-
Place Making: Installations at Hayes & Octavia
Witness the transformation from space to place as the first of three installations are built at proxy, in the heart of Hayes Valley. Join Andy Vogt, a sculptor working with wood in creating an…
Advertising
Advertising
Advertising
Related Products
-
Metal Base Chair
by Norman ChernerThe 1958 molded plywood stacking chairs by…
Latest
-
05.23
The Making of Screenplay: Part 8
Jenny Wu, a partner at Oyler Wu Collaborative, documents the…
-
05.23
Veliero Shelving by Cassina
In 1940, architect Franco Albini made a single model of his…
-
05.23
ICFF 2012: Picks from Javits Center
This week we're digging deep into our favorites objets de…
Follow
Dwell
-
RT @Architizer Architecture + pools, always a winning combination http://t.co/G9P0BSpQ #architecture
-
20 of the finest living rooms ever to appear in @dwell, selected by @saraost. Partial to no.'s 15, 16, & 19: http://t.co/k6ZjqER8 #design
-
Konstantin Grcic: "Wood is a material I really love but I rarely get to work with it." #people http://t.co/LFiAw2iU
-
Backstory by @shonquis on 1940 Veliero shelving by Franco Albini, recently produced by @Cassina: http://t.co/psNP8BgR #furnituredesign
I love this idea! I find the trend of compact, highly efficient, pre-fab structures to be really interesting. These structures, whether they be homes or sheds, point toward a need for compact well designed spaces. I think we have the sleek Air Stream trailers to thank.
Wow!...does it come with a Sauna too? That would be the ultimate.
I agree with Teri -- wow! It's beautiful. Especially if you have a nice view in your backyard/ garden. I wonder how it's heated/ cooled, though . . .
RSS Feed
Add a Comment