QFramery

Your teamwork is about to get better. Framery Q pod is a silent multi-functional space designed for up to four people. It is ideal for co-working tasks like small meetings or interviews – without disturbances. It was created to improve communication among team members, driving better results and increased happiness. Framery Q is easy to assemble and relocate when necessary. It comes with several model options for you to choose from.

One size never fits all. Framery Q can be customized to best represent the look and feel of your team to ensure full enjoyment. The large amount of different exterior colors and frame options make sure that it does not only suit your company's needs, but your professional style as well.

DOORLeft or right handed

EXTERIOROptional color

EXTERIOR AND FRAME OPTIONAL COLORS

GLASSSound control laminated glass.

EXTERIORPainted sheet metal or brushed stainless steel.

FRAMEFormica laminate on birch plywood with varnish trim.

MATERIAL

CARPET Standard

ACOUSTIC FELTStandard

COAT HANGERStandard

LED LIGHTStandard

Happiness is all about the details. Remove the obstacles distracting your company's employees from enjoying their work. Choose interior options that you and your co-workers feel the most comfortable with. Work will never be the same again.

MATERIAL SOLID WALLS AND ROOF

Sandwich element of sheet metal, birch plywood, recycled acoustic foam and acoustic felt. Anti-static and stain resistant low loop pile carpet for public spaces.

TABLE

White Formica laminate on birch plywood with varnish trim.

Framery Q is the choice for true professionals, whether you work solo or in a team. The standard seating and table options vary depending on which exact model of the pod you prefer.

CARPET OPTIONAL: DATA CARTRIDGE 2 X RJ-45 SOCKETS

2 X COAT HANGERLED LIGHT ACOUSTIC FELT

3 X POWER SOCKET

OPTIONAL CHAIRS AND TABLES

TABLEOptional model

SCREEN BRACKETOptional for Meeting Maggie and Working With PAL 90

CHAIRSOptional model and color

SOFAS OPTIONAL COLORS

Interior

SCREEN BRACKETScreen specifications: Maximum size 27". Screen mounting standard: flat VESA 75 x 75, VESA 100 x 100Screen not included.

Meeting MaggieMeeting Maggie is suitable for meetings, brainstorming and much more. Customize to your preferences with three different table options and an optional screen bracket for your display of choice – two Maggie Sofas are always included. Meeting Maggie comes with pleasant LED lighting and three power sockets.

SOFAS OPTIONAL COLORS STANDARD COLOR

L-SHAPE STRAIGHT

TABLE OPTIONS

Left and right / Right and left

White Formica laminate on birch plywood with varnish trim, 3 x power socket.

TURNABLE TABLE FULL WIDTH TABLE OVAL TABLE

BACKREST OPTIONS

Depth 53 cm ( 20.8 in), width 71 cm ( 28 in), height 70 cm ( 27.6 in)

Depth 60 cm ( 23.6 in) / 20 cm ( 79 in), width 200 cm ( 78.7 in), height 70 cm ( 27.5 in)

Depth 68 cm ( 26.8 in), width 71 cm ( 27.9 in), height 70 cm ( 27.5 in)

Straight

SOFA AND PILLOW COLORS

Sometimes the most productive thing to do is rest. During long, intensive workdays, NapQ comes to the rescue. The sofa set that can be easily transformed from a workspace into a comfortable bed; allowing you to recharge whenever desired. Just pull the switch to turn off the lighting, lean back on the soft pillows and take a nap underneath the warm blanket.

NapQ

CHAIR: 2 x Maggie sofasTABLE: Flippable foot stool, 3 x power socketLIGHTING: LED lighting with on/off switchOTHER: 3 x pillow and 100 % wool blanket, 2 x coat hanger

STANDARD COLORSTOOL FELT CAP COLORS

WORKING WITH PAL 90WORKING WITH PAL 110

A high table and handy bar stools make this decor option very efficient for short-term sessions. The shape of the desk is suitable for the teamwork of two, private sessions or video conferences. Working with PAL comes with pleasant LED lighting, three power sockets and stylish coat hangers. You can also choose a screen bracket to Working With PAL 90 to make your meetings more visual.

Working with PAL

STOOLS: 2 x PAL 65 cm (25.6 in) / 80 cm (31.5 in), painted white / black, chairs fit under the table. Felt caps optional.TABLE: White Formica laminate on birch plywood with varnish trim, 3 x power socket, depth 60 cm (23.6 in) / 33 cm (13 in), height 90 cm (35.4 in) / 110 cm (43.3 in), width 200 cm (78.7 in)LIGHTING: LEDOTHER: 2 x coat hanger. Optional screen bracket for PAL 90. Screen not included.

Flip n' FoldFlip n’ Fold is one of the most convenient and flexible interior alternatives for the Framery Q. Low doorstep, automatic door opener, folding chairs and table enable many different meeting arrangements and easy access with a wheelchair. Automatic air ventilation creates a fresh and comfortable working environment. Flip n’ Fold offers a quick escape to privacy in an open plan office. Flip n’ Fold is designed for up to four users.

WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBILITYT-SHAPED SPACE T-shaped turning space

DOORAutomatic door opener button (height 105 cm / 41.3")

THRESHOLD

TABLE AND SEATSWall mounted foldable table and seats

FOLDABLE CHAIRSBlack plywood and black fabric

SPECIFICATIONSSIZE: 221 cm x 220 cm x 120 cm(87 in x 86.6 in x 47.2 in) (h, w, d)

INTERIOR SIZE: 210 cm x 200 cm x 110 cm (82.7 in x 78.7 in x 43.3 in) (h, w, d)

TABLE: 73 cm x 70 cm (28.7 in x 27.5 in) (w, d). Table height 72 cm (28.3 in) 2 x power socket and 2 x USB

DOOR: Left handed, minimum clear opening width 91.5 cm (36 in)

OUTSIDE PLATFORM: 99 cm x 60 cm (39 in x 23.6 in)

WEIGHT: 700 kg / 1543 lbs

1:2 Ratio

1:2 in

Flip n' Fold features ADA 2010 compliant T-shaped turning space.

152 cm / 60"

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Product details

The carefully designed details are what make Framery Q the best soundproof multi-person pod ever created. Building your perfect workspace has never been this simple. With the rich model options available you can create a space that works for you. Create, innovate, recharge or collaborate – the possibilities are endless. Framery Q is an evolution in the way we work.

Framery Q has has evolved to better accommodate users’ needs. The smart air ventilation flows at 66 l/s, which is ten percent more than in any previous versions. Automatically functioning electric air circulation system and LED lighting are user experience at its best, operated by an integrated motion sensor. Several fine features, such as two stylistic coat hangers, guarantee a silent working space like no other.

Spacious, yet beautiful. Framery Q is designed to fit one to four people without sacrificing the compact size or usability of the pod. Every detail has been thoroughly measured, resulting in the best silent multipurpose workspace available.

MINIMUM CLEAR OPENING WIDTH

82 CM / 32.3 IN

220 CM / 86.6 IN

WEIGHT700 KG / 1 543 LB

450 CM177 IN

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*Power cord can be installed from either side of the floor or from the roof.

Measure-ments

Minimum recommended space for the air to circulate is 5 cm / 1.9" on the sides and 15 cm / 5.9" above the pod.

Optional colors

WHITEEXTERIOR: GLOSSY RAL 9016FRAME: FORMICA K1009 MATT

BURNED ORANGEEXTERIOR: ULTRAMATT RAL 410!5FRAME: FORMICA F2962

50’S BLUEEXTERIOR: ULTRAMATT RAL 6034 FRAME: FORMICA F7879

MISTY BLUEEXTERIOR: ULTRAMATT RAL 620!3 FRAME: FORMICA 1998

PETROL BLUEEXTERIOR: ULTRAMATT RAL 690!6 FRAME: FORMICA BASED ON RAL 690!6

BRUSHED STAINLESS STEELEXTERIOR: STAINLESS STEELFRAME: FORMICA F2253 CR

WHITEEXTERIOR: ULTRAMATT RAL 9016FRAME: FORMICA K1009 MATT

LEMONEXTERIOR: ULTRAMATT RAL 1012FRAME: FORMICA BASED ON RAL 1012

FOREST GREENEXTERIOR: ULTRAMATT RAL 750!4 FRAME: FORMICA F7967

PIGLET PINKEXTERIOR: ULTRAMATT RAL 940!6FRAME: FORMICA BASED ON RAL 409!6

JET BLACKEXTERIOR: ULTRAMATT RAL 9005FRAME: FORMICA F2253 CR

CLOUDY GRAYEXTERIOR: ULTRAMATT RAL 850!2FRAME: FORMICA F0189

SPRING GREENEXTERIOR: ULTRAMATT RAL 230!6 FRAME: FORMICA BASED ON RAL 230!6

PURPLE REDEXTERIOR: ULTRAMATT RAL 3004FRAME: FORMICA F7966

EXTERIOR AND FRAME COLORSMIX-AND-MATCH OPTIONS FOR FRAMERY O, Q & 2Q

Exterior Colors speak louder than words. Each Framery pod can be designed to reflect your company's personality and energy. Choose freely from the various frame and exterior colors available and combine them as you wish. Go with an all black for more sophisticated look, or mix the white outer frames with elegant, brushed stainless steel exterior.

STANDARD

TABLE COLORSFOR FRAMERY O

Interior Increase the individuality of your pods and brighten up the workday with unique table colors that pop out even in the darkest of offices. Or if you prefer to keep things more traditional and toned down, we have the options for that too.

CLOUDY GRAYFORMICAF0189

SPRING GREENFORMICABASED ON RAL 230!6

BLACKFORMICAF2253 CR

50’S BLUEFORMICAF7879

MISTY BLUEFORMICA1998

BURNED ORANGEFORMICAF2962

PURPLE REDFORMICAF7966

PIGLET PINKFORMICABASED ON RAL 409!6

FOREST GREENFORMICAF7967

PETROL BLUEFORMICABASED ON RAL 690!6

LEMONFORMICABASED ON RAL 1012

WHITEFORMICAK1009 MATT

STANDARD

UPHOLSTERY FOR FRAMERY O & QSpaces that are comfortable and enjoyable to work in, enable the greatest results. To ensure that your chosen pods truly release the potential of your company's employees, choose the upholstery material options that everyone feels most at home with.

Standard Framery NapQ comes with three different pillow sizes and colors. The small featured pillow comes with Remix2 183 (black), the medium with Remix2 123 (light gray), and the large with Canvas 154 (Maggie gray) upholstery. Like all of our upholsteries, the pillow colors can be customized according to the available fabric options shown on the page. NapQ blanket comes in one standard color option only – as seen in the pictures.

LIGHT GRAYKVADRATREMIX 2 #123

LEMONKVADRATDIVINA MELANGE 2 #421

MISTY BLUEKVADRATDIVINA MELANGE 2 #731

PETROL BLUEKVADRATDIVINA MD #843

MORE ABOUT COLORS

MAGGIE GRAYKVADRATCANVAS #154

FOREST GREENKVADRATDIVINA 3 #876

PURPLE REDKVADRATDIVINA MD #633

PIGLET PINKKVADRATDIVINA MD #613

BLACKKVADRATREMIX 2 #183

CLOUDY GRAYKVADRATDIVINA MD #733

50’S BLUEKVADRATDIVINA MD #813

SPRING GREENKVADRATDIVINA MELANGE 2 #971

BURNED ORANGEKVADRATDIVINA 3 #542

Interior STANDARD (O SEAT) STANDARD (Q MAGGIE, NAPQ SOFA)

Framery Quality Management System meets ISO 9001 requirements. CE marking is a manufacturer’s declaration that a product meets the requirements of relevant EC directives. The EC directives for Framery O, Q and 2Q pods are: Low Voltage Directive (LVD) 2006/95/EC, Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (EMC) 2004/108/EC, Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive 2011/65/EU and Ecodesign Directive 2009/125/EC.

FIRE SAFETYNo flammable materials are used in Framery products. The fire safety of all surface materials, upholstery and acoustics materials of the products is tested and classified by either national or international standards. Framery O, Q and 2Q exterior sheet metal panels and sound-control laminated glass are of such quality that they may halt heat and fire. Outer frames with laminated surface are IMO certified (French Maritime Authority). Used acoustic foam meets B-s1, d0, EN 13501-1, acoustic felt EN 13501-1 and floor carpet Cfl-s1, EN 13501-1 requirements.

Molded foam used in Tovi stool seat meets CA TB 117:2013 requirements. Fabric meets the performance requirements of BS EN 1021-1 and 1 021-2. According to Inspecta, an EU accredited inspection body, there is no need for installing sprinklers in Framery O, Q or 2Q in Europe. In North America it is recommended to check the requirements with local AHJ / fire inspector.

SEISMIC SAFETYIn Framery's case, seismic requirements generally refer to the products' ability to stay upright in case of an earthquake. If needed, the products can be fixed to the floor with anchor bolts using the leveling glide screw holes in the floor modules. Instructions are available upon request.

AIR QUALITY AND FLOWThe indoor air quality of all products is tested by an accredited testing laboratory, VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland, and is found to be well within the limits of M1 emission classification. Total air flow in Framery O pod is 21,5 l/s. Total air flow in the 2018 updated Framery Q pod is 66 l/s. Total air flow in the Framery 2Q pod 121 l/s.

ECO-EFFICIENCYFramery products are mainly made of birch plywood. All plywood is produced either in Finland or neighboring countries, while all suppliers are required to have FSC or PEFC certification. A majority of the materials used are recycled or recyclable. The acoustic foam and the interior felt used in the products are up to 60–70 % recycled. A significant part of all steel, aluminum and glass is recycled in their manufacturing processes. Framery O, Q and 2Q are highly energy-efficient. When the products are in use, the standard power consumption of Framery O is 4,82 W while Framery Q uses just under 12 W.

SERVICEFramery wear parts (including gas lifts, leveling glides, LED lighting, electric parts, hinges and locks) are warranted. Rigorous maintenance will expand the lifespan of a single pod unit substantially. Diligent maintenance includes regular service calls for the unit (tightening screws, adjusting hinges, etc.) and replacement of wear parts. To find out more about product features and specifics, please visit: www.frameryacoustics.com

POWERFramery O: Input: 100–240 VAC, 6.0 A, 50–60 HzOutput VAC (table socket): 100–240 VAC, 5.6 A, 50–60 HzOptional USB Charging: Twin USB Fast charger (TUF) maximum combined output of 5A at 5V DC

Video Conference Ready: Input: 100-240 VAC, 10.0 A, 50-60 Hz, Output VAC (table socket): 100–240 VAC, 7.0 A, 50–60 Hz, Optional USB Charging: Twin USB Fast charger (TUF) maximum combined output of 5A at 5V DC

Framery Q: Input: 100–240 VAC, 6.0 A, 50–60 HzOutput VAC (table socket): 100–240 VAC, 5.6 A, 50–60 HzOptional USB Charging: Twin USB Fast charger (TUF) maximum combined output of 5A at 5V DC

Framery 2Q: Input: 100–240 VAC, 10.0 A, 50–60 HzOutput VAC (table socket): 100–240 VAC, 7.0 A, 50–60 HzOptional USB Charging: Twin USB Fast charger (TUF) maximum combined output of 5A at 5V DC

CERTIFICATES

General product information

ISO 9001

BUREAU VERITASCertification

Design your own pod at:configurator.frameryacoustics.com

This placement guide has been a passion project at Framery for a long time. Our

research and expertise in acoustics and office environments has produced a lot of data – so

the next natural step has been to try and share that information.

We want companies, and the people in them, to succeed and make the most out of their work

surroundings.

Much like the modern office environment, this guide will continue to evolve and expand.

We hope you’ll find it as useful as we have enjoyed making it.

Pod Placement

Guide

Pod Placement Guide

About this guideAt Framery we take our job seriously, employee satisfaction and happiness fanatically. Our goal is not just to erase distracting noise from workplaces, but we want to tackle everything that makes people unhappy. Studies show that nine out of ten of the highest performing workplaces are either fully, or extensively open plan, but still many fail to provide employees with an environment that adequately supports their daily efforts[1]. It’s time to change all of this.

Whether you are designing a totally new office, or planning on placing Framery pods in an existing floor plan, the following guide will

help you to understand how to best place each individual Framery pod, and what shared

benefits they may bring.

[1] Leesman, 250k Report, 2018

The most important tool in this mission are our silent workspaces. When placed correctly, our pods can improve communication, reduce rush, improve results – and this way increase happiness among your company’s employees.

Placement principles

1. Provide enough pods

2. Consider the users needs

3. Create activity zones

4. Place near users

5. New ways of working

6. Details

Creating happiness with silent workspaces

1Provide enough podsIt is essential.

We at Framery have studied and found that the primary obstacle of using pods is their limited number. In the beginning, 1 Framery O for every 10 employees and 1 Framery Q for every 15 employees is often sufficient.

Editorial and administrative work:

• Ratio of 1 Framery O pod for every 20 employees was not enough. In this case, adding more pods resulted in an improvement of work environment satisfaction.

Human relations:

• HR work is highly collaborative and requires lots of talking in the phone and one-on-one meetings. In Framery HQ, ratio of 1/5 (for O and Q) in HR department was not sufficient – the pod quantity was amped up for a more accessible environment.

We have studied this in more detail and found, that different kind of work sets different requirements for the work environment:

RULE OF THUMB: The more there is noise or ad hoc conversations in the work area > the more pods you need.

Employees Framery O Framery Q1-15 1-2 1

15-30 2-3 2

30-45 3-4 2-3

45-60 5-6 3

60-75 6-7 4

GathererWork includes being out of the office at customers’ or partners’ place. Regional

movement. Use of shared spaces at home base.

ConnectorLots of movement inside the office,runs from one meeting to another.

2Consider the users’ needsEmployees, teams and the natural flow of work is the basis of pod placing – not the floor plan.

It is important to acknowledge how each employee has various different needs throughout their workday. Needs vary in accordance with the work tasks: some tasks require collaboration, others undisturbed focus. People also have varying personal preferences for the work environment – other people get energized from the buzz at the open area, while others find it annoying. What is important is to offer equal opportunities for everyone to get their work done.

[1] Leesman+ research report

A study of top workplaces demonstrates that the best work environments in the world are designed according to the needs of the employees.[1] By understanding the needs of your employees in your office, and how they utilize each part of the space for different activities, you can learn to better support their performance and wellbeing during work days.

Sense walk1

Take a “sense walk” in your office. Where does the work take place

and where do people gather? Where people chatter informally?

Where there is noise?

Collaboration and concentration

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Which employees, teams or departments primarily need collaboration – and which

ones concentration?

Have a look at the layout

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Spot your findings in your office layout. Which areas

need spaces for collaboration, concentration or something else? Are there unexpected

places where people gather?

AnchorTraditional work at desk, has a need for

focus. Doesn’t move around much.

NavigatorHome office is just one of the work

locations. Global work. When at home office, they use shared spaces.

What floats your boat?

Modern employees can be roughly divided into four groups according to their mobility.

Considering the work culture and the location of the pods – it’s good to also consider the different types of employees and what they might appreciate. This also affects the amount of pods you need in your office.

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Underused open collaboration areas / work stations Replace with a 2Q / Q with suitable furniture.

Too much open spaceDivide spaces with Q’s and 2Q’s. Create zones for working together,

having a meeting or a video conference.

Noise & distractions?Locate many O’s to the noisiest area, near the employees.

Also provide Q pods for having a spontaneous meeting.

No place to relax 2Q, NapQ and Betty’s Cafe.

Collaboration & communication Focused work together

Meeting Maggie, Working With PAL, Betty’s Cafe (for more informal appointments).

Concentration Focused work alone

O for brief work sessions, MeTime for longer periods of time,

Working With PAL for sessions that require a desk.

CreativityQ models such as Meeting Maggie,

Working With PAL and Betty’s Cafe, 2Q decor options.

Confidentiality O for phone calls and Q models for confidential conversations.

Contemplation recharge Betty’s Cafe, NapQ.

Too much open spaceDivide spaces with Q’s and 2Q’s. Create zones for working together,

having a meeting or a video conference.

Ad hoc meetings taking placeProvide meeting spaces (Framery Q) for ad hoc / spontaneous meetings,

so that the pods can’t be reserved in advance.

3The idea behind activity zones is to provide multiple work spaces, which are tailored for different work tasks. Examples include a silent room with zero distractions for private working, open area for more collaborative work, meeting rooms for formal and informal gatherings and common rooms for having a break.

In general, every office have their assigned, or commonly accepted areas for conducting the daily work. The “must have” areas include areas for focused, daily work tasks, spaces for meetings, video conferences and collaboration and more informal areas for private recharging or playful and spontaneous, ad hoc encounters. Creating activity zones is about leveraging the different zones to support daily work and individual needs. Office workers choose to locate themselves to these activity zones depending on the nature of the current task at hand and personal preferences.

Activity zones is something we have studied a lot at Framery. We found out that it is not sufficient to place the pod only according to the floor plan. Avoid positioning the pod with minimal effort, such as placing the pod in corners or in a corridor. Instead, divide the floor plan to smaller activity zones based on the activities and where they take place in your office. Don’t forget common areas where people meet, such as cafés, restaurants, meeting rooms and lounge areas.

Create activity zonesAnswering the needs. A functioning workplace consists of different activity zones that are derived from the needs of the employees.

RULE OF THUMB: Divide and conquer. Maintain harmony by diving the work spaces according to user needs.

Which zones are relevant in your work?

Main activity zones

Activity based office

FOCUSConcentrating 100 % on the job and making sure that there are only wanted distractions.

COLLABORATECo-creating, ad-hoc meetings and creative encounters, setting the scene for innovations that are the key to success.

PLAYInformal collaboration and exchange of ideas, blurring the line between work and play.

• Co-work

• Support zone

• Creative work

• Sharing

• Communication

• Chill out

• Contemplation

• Confidential talks

• Working alone

• Meetings

RECHARGEHaving a moment to relax and re-orientate for the next task ahead.

Sub activity zones

Activities inside the zones

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We at Framery promote a zone within zone -mindset.

The basic idea is that there is this larger area – be it collaboration or focus zone – where the daily work takes place. Inside this larger area is a Framery pod, that is other activity zone than the larger area. This provides many possibilities to uniquely support daily work.

For example, the work zone of IT support team may be a focus area, with a mutual understanding of not disturbing others and keeping the environment quiet. A Framery Q in this focus zone represents a collaboration zone. Whereas in the case of a marketing team doing their daily work in a collaboration zone, a Q or O pod can be a quiet oasis from the buzz of the office. This also challenges the more traditional view of work environments, in which collaboration takes place in certain areas (typically meeting rooms) and concentration work happens in (noisy) open areas. Our pods can be seen as a mini zone. NapQ represents a recharging zone, Meeting Maggie is a collaboration zone and so forth.

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Working together.

Open area in the office are typically the place where basic work is carried out. According to work environment research, the open areas should provide many easily-accessible private spaces (Haapakangas et al. 2018 ).

When locating pods to open plan areas , keep in mind the following:

• Provide Framery O pods for ensuring that phone calls won’t disturb work – and makes sure that private calls remain confidential.

• Provide Framery Q pods for focused work or a quick break ( 2Q, MeTime, Working with PAL or NapQ) and conversations ( 2Q, Meeting Maggie or Betty’s Cafe). Spontaneous conversations won’t disturb others and confidential conversations with colleagues are possible.

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All we wanted was some peace and quiet.

Quiet areas of the office floor plan are where most of the focused work and private meetings take place.

When placed correctly, Framery O and Q pods within these office areas will both, reduce the employee distractions caused by random phone calls, but also allow people take on confidential phone calls and demanding tasks without the fear of being overheard. Framery Q pods in these areas give employees a private and safe silent space to work with full focus in without any disturbances. They also work as an ideal place to have confidential discussions with colleagues.

Framery Q pods in the silent areas provide both individuals and groups an easy-to-use private space to work in without noisy disturbances. Remember that employees have different preferences and needs for privacy: others can concentrate in the middle of a busy and noisy area, while others require stillness.

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Frankly, my dear, I can’t hear a damn.

Louder office sections are where both collaborative meetings and playful social encounters take place.

Framery pods in these areas provide privacy in the middle of hectic hotspots of the office. These pods function as a perfect space to take on private calls, isolated work tasks or quick private breaks. They also allow people to withdraw for a moment to have confidential one-on-one meetings without the fear of interrupting others, or being interrupted by them.

Louder parts of the office floor are where both meetings and social ad hoc encounters will occur. Framery Q and O pods in the louder office areas are perfect for private phone calls, work tasks requiring privacy or quick breaks. These pods can be ideal spaces for people to have confidential one-on-one meetings, brainstorming sessions or interviews without the fear of interrupting others – or other overhearing them.

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Chill out, gather your thoughts. There’s work to be done.

Unlike social and informal play areas, recharge areas should a place where employees can take the time to gather their thoughts for next tasks ahead.

In these areas, Framery pods should be added for a more secluded break in silence, or for ad hoc meetings without disturbing others. Having an area to withdraw to during the day can bring new energy to the work day.

4 Locating close to the user is important for many reasons.If the pod is too far a way, employees:

• can’t see with if the pod is occupied or not.

• may feel that they’re becoming isolated from their colleagues.

• will have more difficulties in carrying their laptops, papers and tools to the pod.

• wont have time to answer quickly to an incoming call.

Place near usersCentralize the pod location within the zones.

We have studied the factors that make it difficult to use our pods. The two top reasons are the pods being too occupied or too far away. We learned that it is essential to place the pod close to the users, so that they can access the pod within a few seconds. We humans tend to minimize effort. Place the pod too far away and the occupancy rate (and satisfaction!) will drop.

Thus, place the pods inside the activity zones, serving a specific groups of people. Don’t stress about equal access - trying to allow an equal access for everyone rarely works. Locating in a central way makes the pods easy to use and this way users can easily check whether the pod is occupied.

RULE OF THUMB: Pods are meant to be used – frequently. So keep them close to the users!

5New ways of workingChange in the work environment is a change in the way of working.

When the pod is installed and ready to use, encourage your employees to actively use the pod along their daily work. Perhaps a little opening ceremony is in place?

Besides, consider house rules or guidelines for booking the rooms. It is wise to offer spaces, some of which can be used right away and some must be booked in advance. Video conferences are often arranged in advance and thus, a space reservation is needed. Make sure that it is possible to book 2Q space beforehand, just like any other meeting room. If there is space in the office, offer Framery Q pods for ad hoc video conferences.

Framery usability studies found that major usability issue is the difficulty to carry papers and tools to the booth. It may be a good idea to encourage paperless working and introducing office bags for carrying personal belongings conveniently. Limited purpose of use, viewing the pod only as a “phone booth”, reduces use and usefulness. Encourage employees to creatively use the pod for whatever they need.

RULE OF THUMB: Don’t get stuck – be active and adapt new methods to workplace culture.

Encourage employees to explore the work environment and find work practices that suite them.

6Consider some practical details when placing the pod.

Unorthodox placing. The pod should be where people are – be it then the cafeteria or the office. A good place for a pod is along the people flows.

Make sure that it is easy to see whether the pod is free to use.

Ensure that there is enough floor space around the pod.

The pod’s door should be pointing to an optimal direction, towards the targeted groups, to invite more people in.

DetailsIt’s the little details that are vital. Little things make big things happen.

1. 2. 3. 4.

1. Provide enough pods

4. Place near users

2. Consider the users needs

5. New ways of working

3. Create activity zones

6. Details

Placement principlesBringing it all together. Finally, here are all the main principles for pod placing.

Happiness creates success.Framery creates happiness.

Happiness is sustain-abilityEnvironmental responsibility

Our philosophyWe care for the environment. That is why we work very hard to improve our production processes and corporate culture. In our everyday work, we strive to make the most environmentally and climate-responsible choices possible.

Energy efficiencyWe have installed automatic motion sensor lights into our toilets. And we did the same with our pods by applying specially-designed, automatically-adjusting LED lamps and ventilation systems into them. Framery O conforms to Low Voltage Directive (LVD) 2006/95/EC. In fact, it consumes 4,82 W of electricity when in use, and 0,78 W when not in use. Likewise, Framery Q consumes just under 12 W and after leaving the pod, consumption drops 75% to around 2,16 W. So, ten O’s take almost as much energy as one 60 W light bulb. Charging your mobile phone takes more.

Recycled premium feltsWe believe that there is no need to produce more plastic when our planet is full of it, laying all around us, useless. So, we recycle all possible packaging materials. We also build all of our pods using felt that is made from 60-70% recycled plastics; Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) and Polyethersulfone (PES) from old plastic bottles to be precise.

Safe acoustic foamTo be the best, you need have the best materials. That is why we use only the highest quality acoustic foam in our pods. It is made of 60% recycled, heat-bound polyester fibers, and has been granted with the M1 Emission Classification. On top of this, our chosen foam has been acknowledged by the Finnish Allergy and Asthma Federation since it does not absorb humidity or provide breeding ground for nasty microbes. The felt is dust-free and does not irritate skin or lungs, or release harmful particles into indoor air – how great is that?

Environmentally efficient birch plywoodWe love our local nature and trees. The structural elements of our pods that we make from our trees are strong and very durable; this is a renewable material and obviously close to our hearts. And it smells great! That is why we prefer to use birch plywood from either Finland, Scandinavia or the Baltic States. All of our wood materi-al suppliers have PEFC™ and FSC® certificates. Moreover, we are determined to continuously improve our wood component sourcing by choosing the most carbon neutral way to cut our emissions from transportation.

Soundproof glass and steel panelsThis planet’s resources are limited and so we treat them responsibly. Whenever we source for product materials, we seek sustainability. That is why we use laminated safety glass, with specially made structure for soundproofing, that is 15% recycled during the glass manufacturing process. The majority of it is sourced close to home, from Germany. All of our aluminum and steel parts are recycled in the initial manufacturing processes. Silent and sustainable. We would not have it any other way.

Sustainable transportation of materialsLike a healthy youngster should, Framery is growing at a rapid speed. But we want to keep our carbon footprint small. Therefore, we have committed to sustainable transportation of materials. All our components are sourced from the Eurozone, mostly close to home from Northern Europe to be exact. Because of this, our greenhouse gases (GHG) are cut quite nicely thanks to the reduced kilometers our products need to travel.

Framery is a pioneer and leading company in manufacturing and developing soundproof private

spaces and pods that enable and reinforce happiness in workplaces. Framery was founded in 2010, and its products solve noise and privacy

issues in dozens of the world's leading brands' offices, including

Microsoft, SAP, Puma and Deloitte.

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