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More and more companies want to see their employees back in the office. This is met with a lot of resentment - after all, in the wake of the pandemic, many have become accustomed to the quiet of the home office. But a return to the office doesn't necessarily have to mean a tremendous amount of noise: Acoustic furniture is a simple solution to effectively reduce the volume in the office.
Therefore, here we show you seven acoustic furniture for the office, which are not only practical, but also beautiful to look at.
If you are looking for acoustic furniture, you will very quickly come across acoustic panels. The wall panels made of wood look modern and are therefore very popular, especially among young companies. They are used in large rooms, as they actively reduce the reverberation time there and thus help to sustainably improve the room acoustics in the office. In addition to wood, acoustic panels are also often made of fleece or felt - especially when they are used as partitions and not attached directly to the wall.
Anyone who has a lot of glass surfaces in the office should also find out about acoustic panels for glass surfaces. Some suppliers now offer special solutions for this application, for example made of foam. Our tip: green acoustic panels. Acoustic furniture with plants and moss not only helps to reduce noise, but also sustainably improves air quality.
If you don't want to install acoustic panels in your office, acoustic pictures are the perfect solution. The visual eye-catcher is a sound absorber and can contribute to a more productive working atmosphere - especially in rooms where a lot of talking takes place. This makes them ideal for open-plan offices or conference rooms. However, as with all acoustic furniture, its effect depends on proper planning. Because: Depending on the application, you need acoustic screens in different quantities and sizes. In open-plan offices, acoustic screens alone are therefore not a sufficient measure for noise reduction. But: Depending on the setup, they can have a noticeable effect for some employees - especially if their desks are placed near the wall.
In the wake of the pandemic, many companies have installed desk partitions at desks to protect employees. While solutions made of acrylic glass or plastic were often relied on here, there are also desk partitions that, in addition to providing privacy, also have a positive effect on the acoustics in the room. They can be easily attached to the desk with brackets and provide more quiet and privacy. In addition to the typical desk partition, which is attached to the back of the desk, there are also side partitions. Combined with the back walls, they transform the desk into an American-style cubicle, providing additional privacy for the employee.
Acoustic sofas or highback sofas are another classic among acoustic furniture. With their high back wall - and in some cases high side walls - they are a stylish room divider and practical seating option in one. In open-plan offices, they also help reduce sound. As a quiet island, acoustic sofas can serve as a retreat for employees, but they're also a comfortable alternative to the meeting room. And don't worry: Thanks to their sound-absorbing properties, acoustic sofas are not a noise-maker even as an open meeting space in the middle of the office.
Wall surfaces are an effective starting point when it comes to acoustics in the office. No wonder that there are accordingly many acoustic furniture that use exactly this surface. In addition to acoustic panels and acoustic murals, acoustic wallpaper is an effective way to improve room acoustics, as it effectively reduces reverberation. But an acoustic wallpaper has quite other positive effects: Thanks to their insulating effect, they contribute to an increased sense of well-being among employees by keeping heat or cold out. This innovative solution is available in various materials, such as wool or polyester fleece, and is sometimes washable.
Phone boxes are becoming more and more popular in offices. On the one hand, they serve as a place of retreat for employees to work with focus and without distraction, as everyday office noise does not penetrate inside. On the other hand, they also help reduce noise pollution in the office, as phone calls or virtual meetings no longer have to be held in the middle of the office. Meanwhile, telephone boxes for the office are available in a variety of designs. Before making a purchase, companies should therefore be clear about what the ideal telephone box should have to offer - and what is unnecessary gadgetry.
Acoustics and lighting are two central topics in office design. Because: Both factors have an enormous influence on the well-being and productivity of employees. Acoustic lamps are the best of both worlds. They are usually made of felt and thus dampen noise, while at the same time providing a pleasant light. Using an acoustic lamp is therefore particularly worthwhile in office areas where a lot of talking takes place - such as above a conference table. There, they provide natural light and actively help to improve the quality of conversation.
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