{"id":475752,"date":"2019-10-18T10:55:12","date_gmt":"2019-10-18T14:55:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.steelcase.com\/?p=475752"},"modified":"2023-01-14T00:52:35","modified_gmt":"2023-01-14T05:52:35","slug":"pods-101-dos-donts-todays-office-hot-spot","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.steelcase.com\/research\/articles\/topics\/design\/pods-101-dos-donts-todays-office-hot-spot\/","title":{"rendered":"Pods 101: Do’s and Don\u2019ts for Today\u2019s Office Hot Spot"},"content":{"rendered":"

Forget science fiction. Today\u2019s pod people are very real and work in offices around the world. The need to block out distractions, to add private spaces to existing floorplans and to do so quickly has led to the proliferation of pods. And, they aren\u2019t just for phone calls. Today\u2019s pods come in all shapes and sizes (Take the Pods Quiz<\/a> to find out whichhttps:\/\/www.steelcase.com\/research\/articles\/topics\/workplace\/pods-101-dos-donts-todays-office-hot-spot\/ pod is right for you).<\/p>\n

Workplaces everywhere are testing them out. And what they\u2019re finding is \u2014 adding a pod to the office isn\u2019t like adding a couch or a chair, it requires different questions on the front end and new protocols on the backend. 360 sat down with Steelcase pod portfolio expert, Niki Watt, to get the download on what you should or shouldn\u2019t do as you embrace the pod lifestyle.<\/p>\n

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Ask the Right Questions<\/strong><\/h3>\n

360:<\/strong> We\u2019ve seen people put up a couple of two-by-fours and add a door and say \u201cthis is good enough.\u201d But if you want to do better, what do you need to think about?<\/p>\n

Niki Watt:<\/strong> There can be a tendency to say “Well, something is better than nothing.” But as more and more people use pods, it\u2019s worth considering how to create a great experience inside? Because the two-by-four is not creating a great experience for work to get done. So, organizations are starting to peel back the onion to say, \u201cIf these things are going to live within my floor plan, how do they meet my top line needs?\u201d<\/p>\n

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Find the Right Pod for You<\/h3>\n

Answer a few quick questions to find out which pod best suits your needs.<\/p>\n

TAKE THE QUIZ<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

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Know What You Need<\/h3>\n

360:<\/strong> When some people envision pods, they think of phone booths. But, today there are so many options. How do you recommend people find the right one for their office?<\/p>\n

NW:<\/strong> It\u2019s so important to consider what kind of privacy you\u2019re solving for. Do you need it for individuals or small groups? How important is visual privacy versus transparency? How close in proximity are nearby employees? You\u2019ll want to think about what kind of work you\u2019re solving for \u2014 such as video conferencing, private phone calls or group work. And, consider how often you need to move it. In fact, we wanted to make it easy for people to find the right pod so we created a fun \u201cFind the Right Pod for You\u201d quiz. It poses a few simple questions that are important thought starters when it comes to adding a pod.<\/p>\n

Put a Rush on It<\/h3>\n

360:<\/strong> Besides offering people privacy, why do you think pods are so hot right now?<\/p>\n

NW:<\/strong> One of the biggest benefits of pods is how quickly they can be installed. Construction or drywall for an enclosed space could take a long time. But, the pods we\u2019re able to offer today install in half-a-day. So, there\u2019s a real benefit in terms of time, money and productivity gains in the workplace. IRYS pod, for example, offers two spaces in one with a nice front porch before you enter the pod, ships in two weeks. So, these solutions are made to solve needs quickly.<\/p>\n\"\"

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Treat It Like Just Another Piece of Furniture<\/h3>\n

360:<\/strong> What are you learning about the requirements organizations need to think about when it comes to pods?<\/p>\n

NW:<\/strong> Because pods are a quick solution, it can feel like buying just another piece of furniture. But, we still need to take into account important safety considerations in the workplace. It\u2019s been an intentional strategy for us to offer a portfolio that meets UL certification, seismic certification, ADA requirements, and more.<\/p>\n

We always check local codes because we’re seeing some different things depending on where pods are being installed. And, we\u2019re able to provide people with some game-changing products that put safety first. Orangebox Air3<\/sup> Pods<\/a>, for instance, are created with a beautiful louvered ceiling that opens and closes. Its default setting is open. So, not only does it provide great air flow, but it also means in many cases the building\u2019s existing fire suppression system will work for this pod.<\/p>\n

Make It Your Office<\/h3>\n

360:<\/strong> What kinds of work are you seeing take place in a pod? Are some people camping out inside and refusing to leave?<\/p>\n

NW:<\/strong> I\u2019m sure that happens. But, I think office norms would frown upon people refusing to share. We’re really seeing two main types of work. These phone booth pods are really designed for individuals to take phone calls, have a quick stand up meeting, or find a place to recharge. Then there’s pods that are more suited for smaller teams. So, think two to six people. I would say, depending on what type of work and how long you’re going to be in there, that’s typically how we see people making decisions on which pod they’re going to use.<\/p>\n

Create a Bad Experience<\/h3>\n

360:<\/strong> Is there a culture that\u2019s developing around pods? What kinds of social norms do you see emerging?<\/p>\n

NW:<\/strong> I think people are discovering that they want a great user experience when they\u2019re using a pod. They want acoustics at the right level. They don\u2019t want to feel like they\u2019re in a submarine where they can\u2019t hear anything or have any sense of the outside. But, at the same time, they don\u2019t want to hear their neighbors or have their neighbors hear them.<\/p>\n

They want airflow. They don’t want to get too hot. They don\u2019t want the smell of someone\u2019s lunch lingering into the afternoon. They want access to power and the right amount of light. So, people are starting to get more discerning about figuring out how to make the pod a good experience.
\nTo find out which pod is right for you, take the \u201cFind the Right Pod for You<\/a>\u201d quiz or visit steelcase.com\/pods<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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