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Privacy in the Workplace
I have written before about the pros and cons of the Open Plan Office. One solution discussed with regard to privacy issues included demountable glass wall options. While those are still a viable alternative, other products that block the day to day distracting sounds and absorb annoying echo common in this workplace design have recently emerged in popularity.
An open plan office space is a floor plan designed so that most employees are working in the same room with separate walled offices and a few conference or smaller meeting rooms to facilitate privacy where appropriate. Most effective open plan offices also include a host of private areas for deep concentration. In addition to the topic at hand, consider strategically placing Caav Lounge Seating from JSI, Heya Lounge Seating from OFS or even the James Harrison Settee from West Elm Work. These quiet work spaces can be a great source for employees who may need to change their scenery throughout the day or escape the noise and chaos often prevalent in an open plan space.