Acoustic ecosystems: how workplaces design sound with the ABCD strategy
Published on September 14, 2026
By: Kurt Vander Schuur
Published on September 1, 2022
At the ManpowerGroup Spain headquarters in Madrid, you notice modern booths strategically located throughout the dynamic office environment: These are acoustic booths from Hushoffice, designed to enhance and transform the workspace experience.
Published on November 2, 2026
BuzziWX DUO is the privacy booth designed for real-world offices. From awkward corners to building pillars, this acoustic pod transforms underused areas into havens of focus, private calls, and small collaborations, without compromise.
Published on October 7, 2026
Hybrid work is now the norm. Workplaces can ease the transition between home and work environments by focusing on 3 strategic product categories: phone booths and meeting pods for acoustic balance; smart lockers to take the stress out of storage; and lounge areas to support emotional and physical well-being.
Published on October 3, 2023
The hushFree.XS acoustic booth is designed to occupy minimal space while delivering optimal acoustic performance for phone calls and short video meetings. It is ideal for teams that require a quiet environment for conversations. The booth features an ergonomic table and additional LED lighting to enhance the user's face during interactions. Standard equipment includes the hushAssistant module, a 4-inch round light, and a ventilation controller with a high-resolution touchscreen.
Published on October 28, 2026
HushWork.Sit&Stand is an ergonomic acoustic booth for standing or sitting work. The employee can choose their working position and within two seconds change the table top height to a suitable level. Thanks to this solution separate spaces for focused work can be created. It is an advanced acoustic solution providing users with a high level of comfort and privacy. The booth can be moved without disassembly. It takes up less than 2 m2, so it fits in almost any office space.
Published on November 12, 2026
The HushFree.L acoustic booth provides the opportunity for hybrid team meetings and business conferences, both in-person and online, for up to 4 - 6 people in comfort. The number of people inside depends on the chosen configuration. The pod allows you to spend much more time in it, ensuring high efficiency. You can personalize it yourself by designing the interior of the pod, choosing a table, coffee tables or the color of the soft seating and interior acoustic panels.
Published on November 12, 2026
HushMeet.L acoustic pod is a solution alternative to traditional conference rooms. Thanks to its modular design, it perfectly adapts to the needs of the office. The pod can be expanded with modules. HushMeet.L is the perfect space for larger team meetings, videoconferences and project meetings. HushMeet.L looks more like a comfortable room for team meetings than a traditional acoustic booth. HushMeet.L pod is an excellent alternative to traditional conference rooms.
Published on November 12, 2026
In this special feature on acoustics, Carole Crosnier begins by examining the origins of the acoustics issue from a bird’s eye view. In Part II, Alex Przybyla summarises how today’s rating systems approach acoustics as part of a certifiably healthy workplace.
Published on February 28, 2023
HushPhone is an acoustic booth designed for short confidential phone calls and videoconferences. It takes up a very small office area, and thanks to the system of built-in wheels, it can be freely moved around the office space. The pod capacity is optically enlarged by glass panels, which provide spaciousness and access to light. The interior of the booth is equipped with an ergonomic armrest, which comfortably supports the body during standing calls.
Published on November 12, 2026
The HushFree.XM acoustic booth provides opportunities for individual work, phone calls, team meetings, and hybrid meetings. Thanks to its compact size, it will also fit well into smaller office spaces. This pod is very comfortable for up to 2 people and allows you to spend much more time inside while ensuring high employee efficiency. You can personalize it yourself by designing the interior, choosing the table, sofas, and the color of panels and sofas.
Published on November 2, 2026
The HushHybrid acoustic booth provides a space for focused work and better video conferencing. The ability to install a computer or screen for work and aesthetically illuminate the user's face with additional side LED lighting ensures that the user is visible during video calls. The work desk inside with adjustable depth can be adapted to the individual needs of the user. HushHybrid is a mobile pod with integrated wheels.
Published on November 12, 2026
The HushFree.M acoustic booth provides opportunities for individual work, phone calls, team meetings, and hybrid meetings. This pod is very comfortable for up to 4 people and allows you to spend much more time inside while ensuring high employee efficiency. You can personalize it yourself by designing the interior, choosing the table, sofas, and the color of panels and sofas. The variety of options makes any pod fit any company’s style.
Published on November 12, 2026
The HushFree.S acoustic booth provides the ability to work in focus and participate in video conferences and other online meetings. The manual height-adjustment desk without power supplies employees to work in a comfortable body position: standing or sitting. Thanks to the newly designed LED side lighting, you can be assured that your face will be even more visible during online meetings.
Published on November 12, 2026
Ensure workplace privacy with effective sound management. Explore strategies for managing office acoustics to balance privacy needs efficiently.
Published on March 26, 2024
Hushoffice’s acoustic pod offering eliminates distractions and supports choice of workstyles, expanding Haworth’s options to enhance worker performance.
Published on November 2, 2026
HushMeet is an acoustic pod providing additional, independent workspace in the office. You can use it to conduct meetings for 4 people in comfortable conditions. The pod is soundproof thanks to advanced acoustic solutions. Additionally, the enclosed design of the booth provides a high level of privacy, which gives meeting participants freedom in their conversations.
Published on November 12, 2026
Haworth’s global neurodiversity research confirms a powerful truth: people experience the workplace in profoundly different ways. By designing environments, policies, and cultures that support this full spectrum of human needs, organisations can reduce stress, strengthen belonging, and unlock better performance for everyone.
Published on November 4, 2026
The hushFree.S.Hybrid acoustic pod is specifically designed for extended video conferences, meetings, and online presentations. This booth comes standard with a comfortable, free-standing sofa and an ergonomic work table, making it ideal for longer individual work sessions and video meetings. The aesthetically designed side LED lighting enhances visibility, ensuring that the user is well-lit during video calls.
Published on October 28, 2026
Synopsys, a global leader in engineering solutions from silicon to systems, recently relocated its Ra’anana office to Mindspace Infinity Park—a premium coworking space known for its modern design and vibrant community.
Published on November 2, 2026
A small workstation with acoustic panelling, creating an individual booth for your desk.
Published on November 2, 2026
Developed in collaboration with award winning firm Revolution Fibres, the Return Focus Pod features PhonixTM nanofibre as an acoustic substrate designed to enhance the absorptive features of the…
Published on November 12, 2026
Mango, our new personal workspace solution, is created with headspace in mind. Striking the perfect balance between privacy and ergonomics, Mango allows its user to comfortably escape distractions for extended periods of time without the need to leave the room. Mango is available with or without a high upholstered screen surround, with the option of an extended privacy screen for acoustic insulation to minimise surrounding noise levels.
Published on November 12, 2026
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Published on November 12, 2026
The Long Tail Focus Pod features PhonixTM nanofibre as an acoustic substrate designed to enhance the absorptive features of the soft walls. Using thousands of layers of nanofibre in a proprietary…
Published on November 12, 2026
Hushfree Work is a one-person acoustic office pod, designed around the way you actually work. It provides a dedicated space for both focused, heads-down tasks and online meetings. The spacious interior accommodates an ergonomic office chair, so working seated feels as natural and comfortable as a regular desk in an open-plan office, but this time with no interruptions.
Published on October 28, 2026
Find out how Social Spaces enhance the office experience, creating a hub for connection, collaboration, and culture in the world of hybrid work.
Published on November 29, 2022
Discover key insights from our global study on hybrid work, space changes, and employee satisfaction
Published on August 26, 2025
Striking Form The coveted office plant becomes much more fun and engaging when it insulates sound and you can stick pins into its fabric surface. BuzziPlant has deep roots in design, expressed in striking forms and colors. Add personality with one or all three ""species,"" to bring nature indoors, without the need for water and light. Naturally Acoustic Plant this room divider—or rows of them—anywhere in open spaces to balance and diffuse sound.
Published on November 12, 2026
Xone partitions create collaborative and open workspaces with sleek, minimalist styling. The tile‑based panels offer visual separation, acoustic support and strong cable capacity, while light dividers and wing walls enhance modern aesthetics. Designed for flexibility, Xone allows easy reconfiguration to support individual focus or teamwork
Published on November 6, 2026
Haworth Collaborate™ Screens adapt instantly to your workspace needs—offering division, acoustic comfort, and visual privacy in one mobile solution. With four‑way pivot castors, they move effortlessly to support dynamic teamwork. Designed to reduce distractions and enhance focus, they empower teams to shape spaces that fuel their next big idea.
Published on November 6, 2026
Easily screen off and divide work or public spaces with this multifunctional, acoustical solution that improves visual and sound comfort, while blocking unwanted views and reducing sound transfer within the room. Available in several sizes, BuzziFree works in large or small spaces to meet varying needs of privacy. Personalize it by pinning notes and memos to the soft cover or choose a striking color for this mobile wall.
Published on November 12, 2026
HushWall helps create new office partitioning layouts and quickly adapts to changing working conditions without the need for any installers or conversion of the office interior. Each side can be configured in one of four-way: - Mobile partition with TV mount recess: present multimedia content where and how you want - Mobile partition with whiteboard: provide a creative space for teamwork - Mobile partition with the upholstered panel made from Athlon Plus: create new workspaces with acoustic…
Published on November 12, 2026
Everything is possible with BuzziBracks. The dynamic, metal framework can be configured and reconfigured to create an array of microenvironments within open spaces. The curtains add an extra layer of functionality, acting as both an acoustic and visual shield.
Published on November 12, 2026
What elements of biophilic design can support our needs to be protected from stress and feel safe from threats?
Published on March 28, 2023
Opened in 2014 The Porter, a collaboration between Haworth, Gensler and Lend Lease, was borne from global research highlighting the need to offer the new mobile worker an inspiring destination outside of the traditional office space.
Published on November 2, 2026
Learn how Haworth redesigns the i-BP ARMOR office to reflect their agile and collaborative ways of working.
Published on November 2, 2026
Designers explore how soft whites create calmer, more inclusive workplaces, plus a counterpoint on when colour adds emotional depth and connection.
Published on February 24, 2026
Mikomax, a recent addition to the Haworth brand family, has been integrating Deaf workers into its manufacturing teams in Lodz, Poland for nearly thirty years. This article explores Mikomax's strong culture of inclusion, highlighting the positive workplace impacts of supporting sign language.
Published on December 5, 2023
The furniture solutions bring together flexibility, comfort, and functionality, supporting both collaboration and focused work, and creating an environment that reflects how we work today.
Published on November 2, 2026
Learn how Haworth partnered with LinkedIn to create a better, more dynamic working environment for their engineers.
Published on November 2, 2026
The most recent global pandemic gave us the time to rethink what we already know and consider the new challenges people are experiencing in their ways of working.
Published on March 15, 2022
Learn about the Hunter Student Commons building in the newly redeveloped MacKimmie Complex that serves as an innovative and welcoming space for gathering, socializing and encouraging entrepreneurial thinking.
Published on November 2, 2026
Haworth has outlined the categories on the spectrum as marker to understand the differences and their effect on workspace design.
Published on November 2, 2026
The biggest week in workplace was a whirlwind. Haworth exhibited in two locations: the Orgatec fair and the Haworth Warehouse Experience. Every day was packed with live demonstrations, panel discussions, and rollicking events. Keep an eye out for our full recap. For now, here are 5 (quick) highlights from Cologne!
Published on October 31, 2024