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Privacy Screen Tables

Bram Boo's Mate Table is an Unusual Piece of Privacy Screen Furniture

— July 17, 2014 — Art & Design
It's common to see chairs that are specifically designed to increase privacy, but in the case of a table this is more difficult to do because they're so open by nature—but this piece of privacy screen furniture manages to pull it off.

The Mate Table by Bram Boo has two of its legs replaced by a large circular surface that's like a tabletop turned on end. Instead of leaving space for someone else to sit, the shape of the desk blocks out anyone sitting across from you, or even making eye contact with you while you're busy working away at the desk.

This circular shape and other tables with similar solid geometric screens in oval, hexagonal and rounded square shapes attached were developed by Boo for Bulo.
Trend Themes
1. Privacy Screen Furniture - There is a growing trend towards furniture pieces that offer privacy and focus, creating an opportunity for companies to create innovative designs that cater to this need.
2. Geometric Screens - The use of solid geometric screens in furniture design offers a unique opportunity for companies to create visually striking pieces that also serve a functional purpose of providing privacy.
3. Open-concept Workspace Alternatives - The use of Privacy Screen Furniture in offices provides a unique alternative to open-concept workspaces, offering individuals the ability to work in a space where they can focus and feel more comfortable.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Design - As Privacy Screen Furniture gains in popularity, there is an opportunity for furniture design companies to create new and innovative designs that provide privacy and focus in unique and visually striking ways.
2. Office Design - Privacy Screen Furniture represents a new direction in office design, providing an alternative to open-concept workspaces and offering employees a way to work in a space that is more comfortable and private.
3. Interior Design - As Privacy Screen Furniture becomes more popular, there is an opportunity for interior designers to incorporate these pieces into their projects, creating unique and visually stunning spaces that also cater to individual privacy needs.
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