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Privacy-Focused Sofas

The BuzziSpark Sofa Uses Dividing Screens to Create Private Nooks

— February 22, 2018 — Art & Design
The BuzziSpark sofa is an innovative piece of furniture that addresses the challenges of conducting a private conversation in a public space. Designed by Alain Gilles and the playful brand BuzziSpace, this new sofa invites users to relax in a cozy cocoon with high-backed privacy screens. The screens, at each end of the sofa, provide a nice little nook that blocks out a decent amount of noise. There is no divider between the nooks, therefore allowing sitters a chance to hold a conversation or even host a meeting on the sofa.

The BuzziSpark sofa could easily find a place in a home, but the sofa itself was designed to fit in offices. The material used in the screens blocks out a good deal of sound and helps to provide distraction-free workspaces for anyone inhabiting an end of the sofa. The BuzziSpark sofa is the first product from BuzziSpace's privacy-focused line, with a single-seat sofa being planned for the near future.


Image Credit: BuzziSpace
Trend Themes
1. Privacy-focused Furniture - The BuzziSpark sofa demonstrates the trend of furniture that prioritizes privacy by incorporating high-backed privacy screens.
2. Office Privacy Solutions - The BuzziSpark sofa addresses the need for distraction-free workspaces in offices by providing private nooks with noise-blocking screens.
3. Multi-purpose Sofas - The BuzziSpark sofa showcases the trend of sofas that can be used for both relaxation and productive meetings or conversations.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture & Interior Design - The BuzziSpark sofa highlights the opportunity for furniture companies to create privacy-focused designs that cater to both residential and commercial spaces.
2. Office Furniture - The BuzziSpark sofa presents an innovation opportunity for office furniture manufacturers to develop products that promote privacy and concentration in the workplace.
3. Workspace Solutions - The BuzziSpark sofa indicates the potential for workspace solution providers to offer privacy-enhancing furniture options for offices, co-working spaces, and public environments.
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