Never worry about sitting next to another oddball in the park again, thanks to Nesnel Ofis and the NU/B1. This concept lets you slide your seat as close or as far away from someone as you'd like.
Nesnel Ofis' creation seems like it would work wonders in parks and public transit stations. The only bad thing I can gather from the NU/B1 is the awkward looks you will receive when you take a seat next to someone and then slide away.
Antisocial Public Seating
The NU/B1 Bench from Nesnel Ofis Keeps You Safe from Strangers
Trend Themes
1. Personal Distance Seating - Opportunities for companies to incorporate adjustable seat distancing features, particularly in public spaces to cater to people's preferences of proximity.
2. Privacy Seating - Companies can design seating arrangements that cater to people requiring more personal space and privacy in communal settings.
3. Customizable Seating - Companies can customize public seating solutions that offer user customization for individual preferences on personal space and seating comfort
Industry Implications
1. Outdoor Seating & Furniture - Manufacturers can offer adjustable-distance outdoor seating solutions to customers concerned with social distancing.
2. Public Transportation - Public transportation companies could implement personal distance seating features as a part of their transportation service to improve passenger experience.
3. Public Space Design & Architecture - Public space architects and designers can incorporate private seating areas into their designs to accommodate solitary and independent users.