{"id":33729,"date":"2026-07-01T07:53:10","date_gmt":"2026-07-01T07:53:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/intoconcept.com\/?p=33729"},"modified":"2026-08-13T09:24:33","modified_gmt":"2026-08-13T09:24:33","slug":"a-guide-to-choosing-a-telephone-booth-for-the-office","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/intoconcept.com\/en\/puhelinkoppi-toimistoon-valintaopas\/","title":{"rendered":"A telephone booth for the office \u2013 what should you bear in mind before making your choice?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Phone booth<\/a> An office is one of the clearest solutions to the everyday challenges of an open-plan workspace. As the number of phone calls, video meetings and tasks requiring concentration increases, an open-plan workplace needs spaces where people can work in peace without disturbing others.<\/p>\n

A good telephone booth is not just a small, enclosed space. It forms part of the office\u2019s acoustics, space utilisation and user experience. A well-chosen, soundproofed telephone booth makes the working day run more smoothly: calls aren\u2019t heard throughout the open-plan office, confidential conversations have their own space, and staff have easy access to a space for brief moments of concentration.<\/p>\n

When is a phone box the right solution?<\/h2>\n

Phone booth<\/a> It is particularly suitable for offices where a lot of phone calls or video meetings take place in the middle of an open-plan workspace. The need often becomes apparent in day-to-day life before it has been included in the plans: people look for empty meeting rooms for individual calls, move into the corridors or stay at their desks to talk, at the expense of others\u2019 concentration.<\/p>\n

A telephone booth in an office environment establishes a clear routine for this. When there is a designated space for phone calls and brief remote meetings, the soundscape of the open-plan office becomes calmer and meeting rooms are freed up for the purposes for which they were intended.<\/p>\n

A phone booth or a larger workspace?<\/h3>\n

A single-person phone booth is a good solution for short calls, Teams and Zoom meetings, and moments when you need to concentrate. If you need to work in the space for longer or have a discussion with two or more people, a larger soundproofed workspace or a small meeting room may be a better option.<\/p>\n

Often, the best result comes from a combination of factors. There may be several in the office single-person telephone booths<\/a> ready to use straight away, plus a few larger POD space<\/a> meetings, working in pairs and quiet project work.<\/p>\n

1. Acoustics and sound insulation<\/h2>\n

The main purpose of a telephone booth is to provide acoustic insulation. It should reduce the noise from the surrounding office from the user\u2019s perspective, whilst at the same time preventing speech from carrying out into the surrounding area in a way that causes a disturbance.<\/p>\n

When comparing options, pay attention to the intended use of the booth. It is one thing to dampen occasional background noise, but quite another to provide a space for confidential customer calls. A good soundproof telephone booth supports both: the user can hear better, is heard more clearly, and the environment remains quieter.<\/p>\n

Indoor acoustics affect speech intelligibility<\/h3>\n

The acoustics inside a telephone booth are just as important as external sound insulation. A space that is too loud or echoes makes speaking difficult and can impair the sound quality of video conferences. Soft, pleasant interior acoustics support natural speech and make the space more comfortable to use.<\/p>\n

2. Ventilation and comfort<\/h2>\n

A telephone booth in an office is only useful if it is a pleasant place to be. Ventilation, temperature, lighting and furnishings have a direct impact on whether the space is actually used on a day-to-day basis.<\/p>\n

Even a short phone call can feel uncomfortable if the room heats up quickly or there isn\u2019t enough air circulation. Similarly, poor lighting makes video meetings tiring. Choose a solution that takes both technical functionality and user comfort into account.<\/p>\n

In a small space, the details really stand out<\/h3>\n

A telephone booth is a compact workspace, so every detail feels close to the user. The height of the worktop, the seating arrangement, the tone of the lighting, the ease of use of the door and the feel of the materials all contribute to the overall experience.<\/p>\n

When a space feels well-designed, people use it naturally. When a space is uncomfortable, users easily revert to their old habits and start making calls from their desks again.<\/p>\n

3. Office layout<\/h2>\n

The location of the telephone booth should be planned with users\u2019 movements and the rhythm of the working day in mind. It should be close enough to workstations so that it is easy to get to quickly. At the same time, it must not block walkways or create further disruption in a busy area.<\/p>\n

A well-designed layout makes the telephone booth part of the everyday infrastructure. It is not a separate addition, but a clearly defined space that people go to when their work requires a quiet place to talk.<\/p>\n

How many telephone boxes are needed?<\/h3>\n

The number depends on the size of the office, the nature of the work and the meeting culture. If a large part of the working day consists of remote meetings, a single telephone booth may not be enough. In this case, it is worth taking a look at the space as a whole: are more single-person booths needed, larger quiet workspaces, or both?<\/p>\n

Observing users\u2019 day-to-day behaviour helps. Where are calls currently being made? Where do noise spikes occur? When are meeting rooms booked for calls by a single person? These indicators often reveal what kind of solution will work best.<\/p>\n

4. Visual identity and materials<\/h2>\n

The telephone booth is visible in the office, so its appearance matters. It should complement the architecture, brand and material palette of the space. A good solution does not look like a temporary fix, but rather a polished part of the interior design.<\/p>\n

In a Nordic working environment, clarity, calm colours and timeless materials are often valued. A telephone booth can enhance this atmosphere when its design is well thought-out and its proportions suit the surroundings.<\/p>\n

A soundproof telephone booth as part of the overall design<\/h3>\n

A telephone booth cannot solve all acoustic challenges on its own. It works best as part of a broader plan that also takes into account workstation areas, meeting rooms, soft materials, furniture solutions and spatial zones.<\/p>\n

When the office\u2019s acoustics are designed as a whole, a telephone booth helps to ensure a peaceful working environment for both individual users and the entire workplace community.<\/p>\n

5. Adaptability and life cycle<\/h2>\n

Office needs are changing. That is why, when choosing a telephone booth, it is worth looking to the future as well. Can the solution be repositioned? Is it suitable for different types of premises? Does it support both current and future ways of working?<\/p>\n

Flexibility is particularly important in the age of hybrid working. As office utilisation rates, team sizes and work patterns change, furnished space solutions must be able to adapt accordingly.<\/p>\n

In conclusion<\/h2>\n

A telephone booth for the office is a practical solution when an open-plan space requires more peace and quiet, privacy and acoustic control. When making your choice, it is worth considering the acoustics, ventilation, user comfort, placement, visual appearance and how the solution fits into the wider working environment.<\/p>\n

A well-chosen soundproof telephone booth is not just a place to make a call. It is a small but significant improvement to the smooth running of the working day.<\/p>\n

Are you looking for a telephone booth for your office that\u2019s suitable for both everyday use and the overall look of the space? Take a look at INTO Concept\u2019s soundproofed POD solutions<\/a> and request a quote<\/a>.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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