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Picket-Fenced Secretaires

Castle Reception Desk Give an Impression of an Approachable Enclosure

— May 9, 2014 — Art & Design
The Castle Reception Desk has been designed for offices in which a secretary, a clerk or a receptionist is stationed in a fairly open space. Without four walls to create some sense of privacy for conversations and the concealing of electronics and paperwork, the setup really requires a reasonably substantial workstation.

Markus Johansson strove to design an enclosed escritoire that would not overwhelm its interior environment with an overly sizeable presence. To solve this, partitions were made as vertical slats that come to resemble the stakes of a picket fence. Dreamed up in white and a variety of other neutral colors, the Castle Reception Desk would successfully contain the employee's equipment and stationery, it would blend into corporate decor, and it would appear welcoming to visitors.
Trend Themes
1. Enclosed Escritoires - There is an opportunity to create more efficient and space-saving enclosed workstations, especially for employees stationed in open spaces.
2. Picket Fence Partitions - The use of picket fence partitions is a unique and visually appealing way to add privacy to open workspaces.
3. Neutral-colored Workstations - The popularity of neutral colors in office decor opens up opportunities for more versatile workstation designs.
Industry Implications
1. Office Furniture - Companies in the office furniture industry can explore new designs for enclosed workstations and partitions that address the issue of privacy in open workspaces.
2. Interior Design - Interior designers can leverage the trend of visually appealing picket fence partitions to create unique and welcoming office spaces.
3. Corporate Office Supplies - Corporate office supply companies can explore the growing demand for neutral-colored furniture and workstations that offer both functionality and aesthetic appeal.
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