Acoustic Solutions: Creating Quieter, More Productive Spaces in the Modern Workplace
Modern workplaces are designed to encourage collaboration, communication and flexibility, but open-plan environments can sometimes make it difficult to find a quiet place to concentrate, make a private phone call or hold a confidential conversation.
That’s where acoustic booths and meeting pods can make a real difference. By creating dedicated spaces within the workplace, acoustic solutions provide employees with somewhere to step away from the noise and distractions of the surrounding environment without needing a separate room or major changes to the office layout.
At Merlin Industrial, we’re pleased to offer a range of acoustic solutions designed to suit different working environments and requirements. This week, we’re highlighting three versatile options: the Retreat Single Acoustic Booth, Retreat Duo Acoustic Booth and Muse 4 Person Meeting Booth.
Retreat Single Acoustic Booth
The Retreat Single Acoustic Booth is designed to give one person a private, comfortable space within a busy working environment. Whether it’s making an important telephone call, joining a video conference, concentrating on a piece of work or simply needing some uninterrupted time, the Retreat Single creates a dedicated space away from the distractions of an open-plan office.
The booth combines acoustic insulation with a range of practical workplace features. Its 60mm-thick walls are constructed using MFC, acoustic foam and acoustic felt, helping to absorb sound and create a quieter environment. The booth provides 33dB of sound insulation, while air circulation of more than 33 litres per second helps maintain a comfortable environment when occupied.
Practicality is also a key feature. The Retreat Single incorporates integrated LED lighting, a convenient poseur-height table, a 230V UK power socket, plus USB-A and USB-C charging ports. A quiet ventilation fan provides air circulation, while fitted castors allow the booth to be moved and repositioned when required.
Retreat Single – Key Specifications
- Capacity: 1 person
- Product Code: RBX-1
- Height: 2360mm
- Width: 1000mm
- Depth: 1000mm
- Internal Dimensions: 2080 × 890 × 910mm (H × W × D)
- Sound Insulation: 33dB
- Air Circulation: More than 33 L/s
- Power: UK socket and USB
- Weight: 304kg
- Lead Time: Approximately 1 week
The Retreat Single is particularly well suited to open-plan offices, reception areas, breakout spaces and modern workplaces where employees need access to a private area without dedicating an entire room to individual working.
And there’s currently an offer available on the Retreat Single Acoustic Booth, making it an excellent time to consider adding private working space to your workplace.
Retreat Duo Acoustic Booth
When one person isn't enough, the Retreat Duo Acoustic Booth provides a dedicated two-person environment for meetings, conversations and collaborative working.
Designed for two people, the Retreat Duo is ideal for quick meetings, confidential conversations, interviews, one-to-one discussions and focused collaboration. Rather than trying to find an empty meeting room, employees can simply use a dedicated space within the existing workplace.
Like the Single model, the Retreat Duo features 60mm-thick walls constructed from MFC, acoustic foam and acoustic felt, providing effective sound absorption and 33dB sound insulation. It also incorporates air circulation of more than 33 litres per second to help maintain a comfortable internal environment.
The Duo is equipped with integrated LED lighting, a 230V UK power socket, USB-A and USB-C charging, and a quiet ventilation fan. Fitted castors also provide flexibility when it comes to positioning the booth within the workplace.
At 2000mm wide, the Retreat Duo offers substantially more internal space than the single-person version while retaining the same overall height and 1000mm depth.
Retreat Duo – Key Specifications
- Capacity: 2 people
- Product Code: RBX-2
- Height: 2360mm
- Width: 2000mm
- Depth: 1000mm
- Internal Dimensions: 2080 × 1890 × 920mm (H × W × D)
- Sound Insulation: 33dB
- Air Circulation: More than 33 L/s
- Power: UK socket and USB
- Weight: 450kg
- Lead Time: Approximately 1 week
The Retreat Duo is an excellent option for businesses looking to create private two-person meeting spaces within open-plan offices, breakout areas and collaborative environments.
There’s also currently an offer on the Retreat Duo Acoustic Booth, giving businesses the opportunity to introduce a dedicated acoustic meeting space while taking advantage of the current promotion.
Muse 4 Person Meeting Booth
For larger meetings and collaborative discussions, the Muse 4 Person Meeting Booth provides a comfortable and contemporary alternative to a traditional meeting room.
Designed to accommodate up to four people, Muse creates an inviting space for meetings, collaborative working, focused conversations, study and informal discussions. Its high-sided design helps provide increased privacy and noise reduction, making it particularly useful in busy open-plan environments.
Comfort is a major feature of the Muse. The seating is fully upholstered, with both the seat and back designed to provide comfort and lumbar support. The deep-foamed seat construction provides a comfortable seating experience, making the booth suitable for longer meetings as well as quick catch-ups.
The design combines functionality with a contemporary appearance. The sofa and table are supported by a stylish black steel radial frame, complemented by a white tabletop. There are currently fabric colour options including black seats with grey backs and grey seats with blue backs, allowing the booth to work across a variety of modern office interiors.
Muse 4 Person Meeting Booth – Key Specifications
- Capacity: 4 people
- Product Code: MUS-POD02
- Height: 1270mm
- Width: 2250mm
- Depth: 1295mm
- Seat Height: 450mm
- Seat Width: 1200mm
- Seat Depth: 490mm
- Weight: 112kg
- Lead Time: Approximately 1 week
- Colour Options: Black seats with grey backs or grey seats with blue backs
The Muse is particularly suited to modern offices, breakout areas, collaborative workspaces, educational environments and anywhere that requires a comfortable, semi-private meeting area without the need for a conventional enclosed meeting room.
Which Acoustic Solution Is Right for You?
Choosing the right booth largely depends on how you intend to use the space.
The Retreat Single is ideal when the priority is individual privacy, focused work, telephone calls or video meetings.
The Retreat Duo is designed for two people and is a great choice for one-to-one meetings, interviews, private discussions and collaborative work.
The Muse 4 Person Meeting Booth provides a more open and comfortable meeting environment for small teams, informal meetings and collaborative sessions.
Together, these three solutions demonstrate how acoustic furniture can help businesses make better use of existing space while providing employees with somewhere to work, meet and communicate away from the distractions of a busy workplace.
Need Help Choosing an Acoustic Booth?
Every workplace is different, and choosing the right acoustic solution depends on available space, the number of users and how the booth will be used.
At Merlin Industrial, we're always happy to help. If you have questions about the Retreat Single, Retreat Duo or Muse 4 Person Meeting Booth, need further information, or would like to discuss your requirements, get in touch with our friendly team. We love a good chat and are always happy to assist with enquiries.
Whether you're furnishing a new office, improving an existing workspace or looking for a practical way to introduce more privacy into an open-plan environment, we'd be happy to help you find a suitable solution.
Merlin – Making Industry Run Smoother.
Email: info@merlin-industrial.co.uk
Phone: 01752 690622