Meeting Pods: The flexible solution we all need right now

Our workplaces have changed considerably over the years with open plan offices now considered the norm. But how do you address the challenges of noise, lack of privacy and distractions when there are no walls? Meeting pods are the answer lots of workplaces are now turning to. Also known as movable meeting spaces, these pods offer private space with an open-plan office to work, meet and collaborate without disturbing those around them.

So what are meeting pods?

Office meeting pods are like a mini, movable office featuring different configurations of seating, desking and data points with sound proof walls to minimise outside noise and distractions. They are great if you want quiet space within a busy office, or with a larger configuration, your pod can become a hub for team collaboration.

Why are so many people using them?

Modular meeting pods are becoming increasingly popular for lots of reasons. Structurally, they offer a more flexible option to partitioned walls, as their movable nature means they can be grouped together to create a large meeting space for when a big project is happening, or separated to give soundproof meeting pods for those who need space to focus on tasks.

What are the main features of a meeting pod?

Places for innovation. A collaboration pod offers a private space, separated from the main office so your team can really focus on the work at hand. The construction of meeting pods, from acoustic panels to futuristic design, makes these spaces fun and inviting for your team to spend time in.Places for privacy. Whether it’s a quiet space to work, or a private place to hold meetings without distractions, a private meeting pod can be an oasis of calm in a busy office floor.

 Places to be productive. Work pods are designed to achieve maximum productivity from today’s workforce; with ergonomic factors a key driver of design, plus acoustic walls and tech integration, a meeting pod has everything you need to be able to work comfortably.

To create space. If space is at a premium in your workplace, a small meeting pod can be tucked into a corner without taking up valuable floor space.

Where are meeting pods being used?

Modular meeting pods are popular in open plan offices as spaces for individual and team work, but that doesn’t mean we’re not seeing them elsewhere! The flexible, space-saving and private nature of their design means they are increasingly being used in education settings for one-to-one learning, in healthcare as a space for consultation and even as charging/chill out pods in retail areas.