Sustainable office pods: materials, shipping and end of life
A practical look at the materials, transport, energy use and reuse potential of office pods, with the questions to ask suppliers about sustainability.
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How to reduce noise in an open plan office: 10 options ranked
Ten practical ways to cut open plan office noise, ranked by cost and impact, using the absorb, block and cover approach and ISO 3382-3 measurements.
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Lighting for video calls in phone booths: lux, kelvin and glare
How to light a phone booth for video calls: brightness on the face, colour temperature, colour rendering, glare, background contrast and camera framing.
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How soundproof is an office pod? dB ratings and ISO 23351-1
What dB ratings mean for office pods, how ISO 23351-1 measures speech level reduction, the A+ to D classes, and what you will actually hear inside and outside a soundproof office pod.
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Office pod ventilation: fresh air, CO2 levels and comfort
Office pods depend on quiet fans to keep the air fresh. This guide explains the UK fresh-air guidance, CO2 checks and the questions to ask before you buy.
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Office noise and productivity: what the research really shows
Intelligible speech is the most distracting office sound. We summarise the research on noise, performance, fatigue and satisfaction, and what it means for designing better offices.
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Acoustic panels vs office pods: absorption or isolation?
Panels and pods tackle different acoustic problems. This guide explains absorption versus insulation, the relevant ISO ratings and how to combine both for a quieter, more private office.
