Creating comfort, clarity and better focus with ‘quiet corners’ Â
Open plan offices promise connection, flexibility and collaboration. But with fewer walls and more shared space, they can also bring a fair bit of background noise.
For some people, that hum is energising. For others, it makes it hard to concentrate, hold private conversations or simply take a breather. That’s where quiet corners come in.
Designed with comfort and focus in mind, these spaces give people a place to step away from the noise without stepping away from the team.
The modern workplace needs balance
Workplaces are evolving, and so are the ways people work. Whether it’s hybrid schedules, hot-desking, or increased expectations around wellbeing, today’s offices need to cater to different needs throughout the day.
In this context, acoustic comfort matters more than ever. Quiet corners support:
- Deep thinking and focused tasks
- One-on-one meetings or video calls
- Breakout sessions without disrupting others
- Moments of rest or reset during busy days
And they don’t require a full redesign of your office, just thoughtful additions that soften sound and shape space.
Designing acoustic comfort without building walls
At Avenue Interior Systems, we create tailored acoustic solutions that help open offices feel more comfortable, without sacrificing the flexibility they’re designed for. Our solutions are design-led, lightweight and easy to integrate into existing layouts.
Here are some of our favourite ways to create quiet corners:
These mobile panels make it easy to create private zones within shared spaces. Whether you need a quiet call area or a small meeting nook, they offer both visual separation and sound control, without the need for permanent structures.
Calando Panels for focused work zones
Wall-mounted or ceiling-suspended, Calando Panels reduce echo and background noise in targeted areas. They’re ideal for quiet booths, desk banks or small collaboration zones where speech clarity matters.
Custom acoustic prints that reflect your brand
Want your quiet space to reflect your company’s culture? Our custom-printed acoustic panels combine high sound absorption with your logo, values or calming imagery. They look great and make the space feel welcoming.
ECOWall acoustic tiles for versatile coverage
These soft, textured tiles help absorb sound in specific areas like quiet lounges or focus pods. Their modular format means they can adapt to your layout and your aesthetic, without making the space feel enclosed.
A small investment that makes a big difference
When people feel comfortable, they work better. They collaborate more easily, think more clearly, and leave the office feeling more balanced. Creating quiet corners in your open plan office isn’t about isolating people – it’s about giving them choices.
It’s a simple shift with big benefits for wellbeing, productivity and team satisfaction.
Let’s turn the volume down and the focus up
Talk to Avenue Interior Systems about how our quiet office design can create calm, functional zones in your open plan office.
Trusted to help shape your brand through better sound. Call us on 1300 827 177.
Because at Avenue Interior Systems, we design your silence.
