With phone booths becoming increasingly popular in offices as a quick fix for privacy and noise for calls, it’s easy to forget there are design-led alternatives.
Why look beyond the phone booth?
Phone booths became popular in offices as a quick solution to noise and privacy. They offer a small space for making calls without disturbing colleagues, but as working styles have evolved, their limitations have become clear.
Most phone booths are designed for one function only – taking calls. Modern offices need spaces that can flex between quick calls, video meetings, focused work, and informal catchups. A booth that only fits one person can quickly feel restrictive.
Secondly, comfort is often overlooked. While phone booths serve their purpose well for short calls, they’re not always designed for longer use. As hybrid working brings more video calls into the office, employees are looking for spaces that feel comfortable and well-ventilated. They want somewhere they can settle in for an hour, not just a few minutes. This means phone booths may be unsuitable to meet every employee’s needs.
Design matters. Booths can sometimes feel like an afterthought, placed in a corner and disconnected from the overall aesthetic of the workplace. Today’s offices are increasingly about creating spaces that inspire, support brand identity, and blend form with function.
By looking beyond the standard phone booth, businesses can invest in versatile, well-designed spaces that do more than just muffle noise; they actively enhance collaboration, productivity, and well-being.
Be My Guest
Be my guest by Orangebox offers a quiet retreat where employees can confidently talk in private, whether on a phone call or video call. It comes with the option of a shelf, which can be moved from a standing or sitting height. This provides flexibility to the user in how they want to use the space.
Furthermore, the booth contains acoustic felt and a laminated glass door, meaning that individuals can confidently talk in private without distracting others or being disturbed. External noise is also blocked out, as the door is fitted with magnetic seals.
It’s available in multiple colours and finishes, meaning it can be configured to complement your workplace as a design feature.
Diggs
Diggs reimagines the traditional phone booth as a comfortable, design-led retreat for modern working. With its soft acoustic panels and inviting interior, it offers the perfect balance between privacy and comfort. This makes it an ideal space for video calls or focused tasks.
Thoughtfully designed with user wellbeing in mind, Diggs provides excellent sound absorption, comfortable seating, and integrated lighting to create a calm and productive space. Additionally, its clean lines and compact footprint make it suitable for any office layout, from open-plan spaces to smaller floor plans where privacy is at a premium.
Available in a selection of upholstery finishes and colours, Diggs can be tailored to reflect your brand and workspace aesthetic. It’s not just a booth, it’s a mini sanctuary that helps employees do their best work without compromise.
Air 20 as a single office booth
Air 20 takes the concept of a phone booth and refines it for the needs of modern hybrid working. Unlike standard phone booths primarily designed for quick phone calls, the Air 20 is built for longer, more varied use. It offers comfort, ventilation, and flexibility that make it suitable for video meetings, focused work, or private conversations.
Its acoustic structure and high-quality materials help reduce ambient noise, while built-in ventilation keeps the air fresh and the user comfortable. The integrated lighting ensures a well-lit environment for video calls, making it as practical as it is stylish.
Available in a range of finishes, the Air 20 can be customised to complement your office design. Whether you need a single booth or a series of pods, the Air 20 can blend effortlessly into your workspace.
Creating spaces that work harder
While traditional phone booths have their place, modern workplaces need solutions that do more. Options like these offer flexibility, comfort, and design appeal that go far beyond simply taking a call in private. They create spaces that support focus, well-being, and connection; all essential elements of a thriving hybrid workplace.
At Love Your Workspace, we can help you choose the right solution to suit your people, your space, and your style. Whether you’re refreshing an existing office or planning a full refurbishment, our team can guide you towards designs that look great and work even better.
Get in touch with us today by calling 0330 332 0880 or drop us an email at projects@loveyourworkspace.co.uk to see how we can help your office space!
