Open plan offices make it easy to work together, but they can also make something as simple as a phone call difficult. One person is on Teams, another is speaking to a client, and someone nearby is trying to concentrate. Before long, the meeting rooms are in use all day because there is nowhere quieter to go.
That is where office pods and phone booths come in. They create a smaller, quieter space inside the workplace without building another permanent room. With so many sizes, configurations and features available, choosing the right one is not always as simple as it looks. The first step is not the pod itself. It is how people will actually use it.
Start with what the space needs to do
If the main problem is people taking phone calls or video meetings from their desks, a compact single-person booth may be all you need. The Bureau One takes up roughly one square metre of floor, so it can sit beside workstations or in an underused corner.
If someone will spend longer inside, such as working quietly, joining longer meetings or stepping away from the activity around them, a larger focus pod may be more comfortable. Options like the RETREAT 1.15 give one person more room to settle in and work.
If the real problem is a shortage of small meeting rooms, a larger acoustic booth may make more sense than adding another phone pod. The range also includes two-, four- and six-person options for private conversations and team meetings.
You can compare the full range in the Office Pods & Phone Booths collection.
Don’t choose on size alone
The dimensions matter, but a pod that fits on the floor plan may still be awkward in practice.
Start by looking at the space around it. Check where the door opens, whether it will block a walkway or a shared printer, and how people will get in and out during a busy day. A pod that is comfortable to use is one that does not make everyone else work around it.
Next, think about the power and data access the pod will need, and where those connections can come from. Mapping this early avoids surprises on installation day.
Finally, think about who will use it and how often. A booth used for a five-minute call every hour has very different needs from a pod that someone sits in for most of the afternoon.
Keep the installation simple
Choosing a pod is only half the job. Getting it installed without disrupting the office matters just as much.
Creative Systems is based in South Australia and has its own installation team, so the people who deliver your pod are the same people who install it. Delivery and assembly costs are kept lower than they would be with a subcontracted setup, and that is reflected in the pricing.
If you are not sure which option suits your office, tell us how the space is used now and what you want it to do. We can help you narrow it down before you decide.
Common Questions
What is the difference between an office pod and a phone booth?
A phone booth is usually a compact space for one person making calls or video meetings, while an office pod is larger and suits focused work or longer meetings.
How much floor space does a single-person phone booth need?
The Bureau One takes up roughly one square metre of floor, so it can fit beside workstations or in a corner that is not in regular use.
Can I use an office pod for video calls?
Yes. Many people use a single-person booth for Teams or video calls when they need a quieter space away from their desk.
Do you supply and install office pods in Adelaide?
Yes. We supply and install across Adelaide and South Australia using our own installation team, not a subcontractor.
Get in touch to find the right pod or booth for your team.
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