36 Ways to Keep to Yourself
Privacy and Secrecy Innovations for Loners and Introverts:
Katherinev123 — Oct 22, 2009 — Unique
Our world is a social one, so it’s hard to shut people out when you need you-time. Thank goodness for privacy and secrecy innovations. Whether you are a natural introvert, want to play the part of a loner for the day, or are just looking for a place to have some quiet time, you’ll find the innovations in this cluster tremendously useful. From secret restaurants and meeting capsules to secret drawers and privacy chairs, discover some clever ways keep to to yourself!
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Pods Designed for Napping
The COCON at the Kiétud' Spa
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Computer Hood Privacy Scarf
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Secret Underground Home
Homeless "Mole Man"
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Instant Privacy Shrouds
Veasyble Accessories Give You an Hiding Spot Wherever You Are
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Underground Offices
Selgas Cano Architecture's Subterranean Work Space
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Futuristic Space Shell For Privacy
Eclipse Office Partition System
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Private Spaces
New Service Lets You Book an Entire Hotel
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Portable Work Spaces
The Pop-Up 'Standby Office' Gives You Mobility and Privacy
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Hilarious Voice Helmets
Jessica Frelinghuysen Designs Helmet for Telling Secrets
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Secretive Twitter Pages
'Shh Don't Tell Steve' Stealthily Follows One Man's Roommate
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Tiny Private Islands
Exclusive Private Island Estates
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Privacy Chairs
The Prooff Ear Chair Makes Privacy Look Good
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Airplane Privacy Chambers
Delta Cozy Suites
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Secret Urban Fort
Car Tent
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Modular Meeting Capsules
The PearsonLloyd PARCS Collection Re-Imagines Office Furnishings
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Privacy Sofas for Offices
Alcove Highback Business Seating
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Funky, Useful Pod Desk
Globus Flex Workspace
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Personal Tree Pods
Hanging Spherical Environments by Free Spirit (UPDATE)
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Personalized Secret Encoder Rings
64-Character Binary Code Jewelry
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Otherworldly Listening Rooms
MAT Studio & Elastik Installation at Tokyo Designers Week
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Bamboo Pods for the Bashful
Be Seen Without Seeing in Voirin's Shy Chair
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Secret Sushi Bars
Uo Japanese Restaurant Can't Be Seen From the Street
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Collapsible Rooms
Kenchikukagu Mobile Furniture
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Human Hibernation Pods
‘The Alpine Capsule' Mimics a Giant Drop of Mercury
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Portable Personal Spaces
The Spacebuster is a Pop-Up Inflatable Bubble for Privacy
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Privacy Accessories for The Anti-Social
The Immersion Scarf
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Secret Location Dining
CharliesBurgers.ca Offers a Mysteriously Exclusive Dining Experience
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Tree-Based Buildings
Slit Court By Eastern Design Office Has an Arboreal Touch
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Boxy Offices
Trunk Station is a Compact and Hidden Work Space
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Home Office Sheds
Stephen Meir's Concept Integrates Function and Design
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Rocking Pods
Scott Wilson's Purity Chair
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Cartoon-Like Privacy Screens
Whimsical Sound-Absorbing Wannabetrees by Glimakra
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Secret Drawer Cubes
Fractal 23
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Mug-Shaped Workspaces
The Coffee Office Provides Ample Privacy in Style
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Public Privacy Pods
The 'Nucleo' Pod for Personal Space or Quiet Meeting Place
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Personal Office Capsules
The Globus Scriptorium Houses a Desk and Chair Within Its Pod
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Illuminating Workstation Organizers
The Hexcal Studio Desktop Organizer Hides Wires and More
Collapsible Pocket Coffee Cups
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Supportive Entrepreneur Communities
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Accordion-Style Cabin Designs
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Sustainable Soundproofing Systems
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Magsafe Clock Smartphone Accessories
Hyunsub Shin and Yeji Han Designs the Olock Phone Addition
Phone-Free Tourist Islands
Ulko-Tammio Promotes Digital Detox and Connection with Nature
Picturesque Italian Cabins
Llabb’s Off-Grid Wooden Cabin is Positioned on the Edge of a Hill
Entertaining Study Timer Devices
The Conceptual 'Summy' Study Timer Keeps Students Social
Calm Apartment Interiors
ACOS' Hideaway Home is a Welcoming and Family-Focused Apartment
Multitool Water Bottles
The 'BYO Bottle' Hides Cutlery and More Alongside Drinks
Digital Detox Phone Concepts
Andrea Mangone Boasts a Minimalist Foldable Phone
Mobile Professional Workstation Systems
The 'First Layer' Mobile Desk Divider Sets Up Anywhere
Ultra-Slick Modern Cube Chairs
Blå Station's BOB Solo Chair is Versatile and Privacy-Focused
Compactly Cubical Camping Shelters
The 'Maverick' Offers Durable Dwelling Both On & Off the Grid
Friend-Founded Home Decor Lines
Nook Theory is an Affordable and Quality Home Decor Brand
Gen Z IRL Campaigns
Hinge's Phonebook Encourages Gen Z to Connect IRL for Global Day of Unplugging
Paper-Like Coffee Tables
The 'Cocoon' Coffee Table by Deniz Aktay Has a Folded Form
Portable Personal Office Accessories
Tye Beblau 'Vertical Office' Brings a Workstation Anywhere
Tech-Enhanced Cosmetic Bags
The Shell Well Smart Cosmetic Travel Case is 10-in-One
Novel Home Security Concepts
Swift Creatives Introduces 'Sculptural Surveillance'
Modular Working Desks
The Tabs Desk by Pelin ÖZbalcı Streamlines Organization & Productivity
Dating Safety Features
Tinder Introduces the Incognito Mode and More Online Safety Features
Connected Workplace Privacy Pods
The New Framery Office Booths Come in Four Models
Customizable Office Furniture
The Steelcase Flex Personal Spaces Desk System is Comfy and Private
Emerging Technology Publications
New Society Has Launched Its Inaugural Book About Technology
Garden-Centering Urban Townhouses
This Vietnamese Home's Layout is Arranged Around an Inner Garden
Advanced Video Call Prototypes
Logitech Unveils 'Pepper's Ghost' Booths for Immersive Video Calls
DIY Backyard Office Kits
Coexist Build’s DIY Traveler Series Kit Addresses Modern Problems
Shapeshifting Outer Space Hotels
The Acromnia Orbital Hotel Imagines Life in Space
Creative Play Pop-Ups
The Sharpie Studio Offered Opportunities for Creativity at SXSW
Relaxing Airplane Seat Designs
The Tranquil Airlines Seating Technology Has a Rocking Mechanism
Metal-Lined Faraday Wallets
The OffGrid Switch Wallet Blocks Out RFID, WiFi and More
Touch-Reactive VR Experiences
Presence In Bed by Annabelle Schneider Blurs Phygital Worlds
Sensory Immersion Tools
Lifelines Activate the Body's Natural Stress Relivers
Minimalist Book Storage Tables
The 'Pocket' Coffee Table by Deniz Aktay is Split Open
Award-Winning London Garden Homes
Nic Howett Architect Designs the Secret Garden Flat
Minimal Portable Writing Devices
The Traveler by Freewrite is a Writing-Focused Laptop
Upcoming Anti-Loneliness Apps
Phori Is an AI-Enhanced Chat App to Help Introverts with Loneliness
Modular Mobile Professional Pouches
The Orbitkey 2-in-1 Tech Pouch Organizes All Device Essentials
All-in-One Laptop Workstations
The Logitech Casa Pop-Up Desk Tucks Away When Not in Use
Creativity Time Capsules
Crayola's Campaign for Creativity Reunites Adults with Childhood Art
Avian-Inspired Privacy Chairs
The 'Peacock Chair' Concept Offers Protection from Distractions
Minimalist Private Office Pods
The Solarlux Soundproof Space by Peter Kuczia Has a Flexible Design
Lifestyle Activity Tracking Apps
The 'Timeline It' App Tracks Virtually Any Activity or Event
Felt-Made Wall Decorations
Hush Blocks from 3form Elements are Customizable
Pop-Up Reading Light Lamps
The Nightside NS01 Personal Task Lamp Has a Patented Design
Soft-Sided Cocoon Desks
The Buddyhub Desk Adds a Cozy, Private Touch to Offices
Technology Disconnection Side Tables
The Conceptual 'Unhook' Table Has a Safe for Devices
Calming Acoustic Privacy Pods
The Actiu 'Qyos' is Easy to Assemble and Offers a Place to Focus
Concise Reflection Journals
The Life Sentence Journal Challenges Users with 1 Sentence Entries
Digital Wellness Inniaitives
Pinterest Focuses on the Digital Well-being of Gen Z
Hidden Seat Bike Locks
The 'Lockinvisible' is Integrated into the Seat Post for Convenience
Simple Time Management Apps
Cubicle Uses the Pomodoro Technique to Help You Stay Focused
Intentional Modern Day Tools
Inside Then Out Boasts a Line of Elegant & Slick Minimalist Products
Relaxed Anti-Distraction Seats
The 'Fortune Chair' Provides a Private Space to Work or Read
Anti-Productivity Apps
The 'Quiet Quitter' App Tracks How Much Professionals Make Doing Nothing
Traditional Food Preservation Containers
The 'Twist' Food Storage Container Has a Hidden Chamber
AI Self-Improvement Apps
LeapLife Uses Journaling and Other Features to Reduce Stress
Interlocking Living Room Furniture
Mirlay Özlem ER's The Cube is Elegant and Space-Saving
Tranquil Contemporary Cabin Retreats
Dominik Ilichman and Adam Hofman Design the Hyatta
Remote Work-Catering Modern Homes
Studio Plow and Brit Epperson Creates a Workspace-Home
Circular Concierge Kiosks
This Conceptual Screen Concierge by Ivan Zhurba Automates Check-ins
Offline Password Manager Devices
The Atlancube 'PasswordPocket' Has Military-Grade Encryption
Life-Logging Digital Journals
The Apple Journal Life Tracker Was Unveiled at WWDC 2023
Open-Air Summer Workstations
The Flipz On Summer Chair Supplies Shade and Supports Snacking
Hyper-Personalized Wellness Apps
28 Seeks to Empower Women on Their Wellness Journey
Excavated Underground Living Space
Cera Stribley Creates the New Hideaway House on a Lot
Office Locker Systems
Pair Continues to Innovate for the Post-Covid Office Environment
Privacy-Focused Budgeting Apps
The 'Apollo' Personal Finance App Streamlines Money Tracking
Cozy Meditative Digital Games
The Simpler Times Game Creates a Peaceful Ambiance for Players
Loneliness-Combatting Grocery Shopping Experiences
Oma's Soep Debuted a Shopping Basket Initiative
Sound-Blocking Office Pods
The Room Phone Booth Has a Noise-Dampening Construction
Gen Z Anti-Loneliness Funds
Hinge Combats Loneliness for Gen Z - $1M Fund
Connection-Focused Health Apps
'Circles' Safely Connects People Struggling with Mental Health
Social Shopping Apps
Locker Helps Users Organize, Share, and Earn from Online Wishlists.
Makeup-Hiding Accessories
Elf's Cosmetic Security Line Offers a Safe Hiding Space For Your Makeup
Blackened Timber Tranquil Cabins
The Hideaway House is Nestled in the Abundance of Nature
Loneliness-Combating Social Campaigns
Hinge Launches the New One More Hour Campaign and Fund
Voice-Quieting Face Masks
This Voice-Absorbing Face Mask Prioritizes Privacy
Mental Health Dating Features
Bumble Introduces New Features for Mental Health Awareness Month
AI-Powered Socialization Apps
The 'BU' App Takes an AI-Driven Approach to Event Planning
Interactive Quiet-Locating Maps
Quiet Places Finder Helps People Locate Calm in the Big City
Invisibility-Illusion Portable Cloaks
The Invisibility Shield Co. Relies on Science
Practical On-the-Go Storage Solutions
Lion Latch is a Practical Solution While Traveling
Versatile Sideboard Desk Solutions
The Hideaway Swing Desk by Bisley is Space-Friendly
Anti-Intrusion Smartphone Cases
The Sectock Privacy Phone Case Disables Device Recording
Insightful Self-Care Journals
Journalise Journals Provide Guided Mental Health Exercises
Private Social Photo Apps
The 'Retro' App Focuses on Mindful Sharing with Select Others
Browser Updated Privacy Features
Google Search Rolls Out New Updates for Privacy Control
Affordable Lifestyle Directories
'I Have This Friend' Makes Aspirational Living More Accessible
Solo Flexible Study Spaces
YounghanChung Architects Designs the Tiny Forest Study Space
Personal Productivity Planners
PlanPlume Increases Work-Life Balance Through Personalized Planning
Inclusive Smartphone Prototype Apps
Researchers Develop the OneButtonPIN on the Side of a Phone
Solo Traveler Planning Apps
The ffaroh. App Connects Travelers to Others When Exploring Alone
Expansive Nature Recording Catalogues
Inner Vision Pro Offers More Than 800 Nature Recordings
Pocket Concierge Apps
The Scene Matches Users to Restaurants, Bars, Clubs & Cafes
Social Media-Limiting Apps
Elqi Intervenes with Meditation to Limit Social Media Time
Distraction-Limiting Apps
Shrewd Observer Helps You Live a More Disciplined Lifestyle
Comforting Mental Health Apps
Lunai Allows Users to Share Their Thoughts in Private
Self Care Planners
The 2024 Self Care Planner Helps People Prioritize Self Care
Privacy-Focused Messenger Features
WhatsApp is Rolling Out a 'Chat Lock' Feature for all Users
Social Digital Nomad Apps
The 'Citizen Remote' App Supports Remote Workers and More
Foodie Networking Apps
'YourTable' Connects People Through their Love of Foods
Localized Networking Platforms
Presence Connects Users with Like-Minded Individuals Nearby
Crowdsourced Restroom Code Maps
Privy.NYC Offers Codes to Public Bathrooms in New York City
Collaborative Journal Features
Day One Introduces a New Collaborative ‘Shared Journals’ Feature
Love Lock-Inspired Coffee Tables
Adrián M. Almonacid Designs the 4E Coffee Table
Distraction-Free Dating Guides
Hinge Debuted a New Guide to Minimize Distractions While Dating
Entrepreneur Brand-Building Tools
IndieLogs Helps Founders Stand Out Through Personalized Profiles
Briefcase-Compact Office Set-Ups
Worky Designs the Compact and Portable Home Office
Virtual Table Top Games
TinyTable Combines the Joy of Table Top Games with Virtual Video Calls
Couple-Friendly Journaling Exercises
Venice Offers Psychology-Backed Journaling for Couples
Revamped Modern Phone Booths
100architects Brings Digital Touches to the Classic Phone Booth
City-Honoring Furniture Projects
The Symbiotic Urban Furniture Project is Imaginative
City Exploration Apps
Concrete is a Social Exploration App Inviting Users to Discover Their City
Social Media Silencing Features
Instagram Quiet Mode Helps Users Take a Scheduled Break
Anonymous Letter Sending
Letters is a Charming Tool Allowing People to Send Letters in Secret
Private Influencer Social Groups
CNDO Offers Private Social Rooms for Influencers and Their Fans
Solo Travel Apps
Bunji Connects Like-Minded Travelers to Enrich Authentic Experiences
Comprehensive Privacy Smartphones
The 'Cosmic Phone Lvl50' Quarantines Unsafe Apps
50+ Solo Travel Experiences
Canadian Company Explore Curates 50+ Singles Trips
Romantic Date Night Questionnaires
LLV: Date Night Questions Poses a More Engaging Date Activity
Provocative Eco Screensavers
Planet-Saving Screen Savers Encourage Switching Off Devices
Unseen Artist Masterpieces
A Hidden Chamber Reveals Michelangelo's Untold Works
Thought-Organizing AI Assistants
Sort My Thoughts Helps Users Stay Organized
Screen-Limiting Phone Apps
Takebreak Encourages People to Have a Better Work-Life Balance
Privacy-Enhancing Social Features
Pinterest Launches the New Safety Features for Young Users
Digital Wishlist Organizers
My Wish Vault Houses Wishlists in One Place
Urban Communal Dining Events
Toronto's Weekly Communal Table Program is Hosted Under a Highway
Community Borrowing Apps
Borrow Encourages Neighbours to Interact and Share
Remote Worker Networking Apps
Midstay is an App for Remote Workers to Connect
Daily-Prompting Social Journals
Journal. Invites Users to Share Their Thoughts and Feelings
Home Inventory Management Solution
'Bring Order to Chaos' Keeps Track of Your Belongings
Entrepreneurial Community Building
VenturePals Steps in to Help Solo Entrepreneurs Find Community
Connective Time Zone Apps
Clockwise Helps You Stay In Sync Across The Globe
Notification-Silencing App Features
Instagram Debuts 'Quiet Mode' to Encourage Users to Disconnect
Nomadic Professional Handbooks
The Nomads’ Handbook for Co-working Spaces is Extensive
Private Social Media Notes
Minders Offers a Private Space for Reflection and Thoughts