# Concentration-Boosting Cubicles The BrodyWork Lounge is Designed to Boost Focus and Comfort By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2015-04-25 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/worklounge References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/steelcase-brody-worklounge/37173/) & [steelcase](http://www.steelcase.com/products/seating/lounge-seating/brody/) The Brody WorkLounge is an [office micro-environment solution](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neuro-wellness-enhancing-booth) that is designed to help keep out distractions while maximizing comfort and security, the ultimate aim being to maximize worker concentration and satisfaction. The lounge takes the shape of an attractive-looking cubicle that gives workers everything they need in one simple setup. Modern offices are filled with visual attractions that cause people to lose focus and switch tasks, decreasing individual and group productivity. This workspace addresses that by offering an [enclosed design with a privacy screen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bay-work-pod), giving each user a nice personal space. The [main work surface](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acoustic-lounge) is positioned on a swiveling arm adjustable up to a 40 degree pitch. Users can position their laptop screen at eye level, increasing comfort. The Brody WorkLounge is ideal for businesses as well as university study areas and libraries. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 85% | Activity: 91% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/furniture) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Distraction-free Workspaces:** The Brody WorkLounge demonstrates the trend of creating enclosed office solutions that minimize distractions for increased concentration and productivity. - **Personalized Work Environments:** The customizable setup of the Brody WorkLounge highlights the trend of providing individual workers with their own personal space within a communal office setting. - **Ergonomic Office Furniture:** The adjustable features of the Brody WorkLounge reflect the trend of designing office furniture that prioritizes user comfort and ergonomics. ### Who This Affects Most - **Office Furniture Manufacturing:** The rise in demand for distraction-free workspaces presents an opportunity for office furniture manufacturers to design and produce innovative products like the Brody WorkLounge. - **Co-working Spaces:** Co-working spaces can adopt the concept of personalized work environments by incorporating enclosed cubicles like the Brody WorkLounge to enhance the productivity and focus of their members. - **Education Furniture Suppliers:** Universities and libraries can partner with education furniture suppliers to provide study areas equipped with ergonomically designed furniture, such as the Brody WorkLounge, to create optimal learning environments. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Personal Cubicle Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ma-camilla-isabel-reyes.md) - [First-Class Working Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kabin-work-pod.md) - [Soft-Sided Cocoon Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buddyhub-desk.md) - [Calming Workspace Productivity Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kabin-privacy-pod.md) - [Privacy Workspace Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kabin.md) - [Modular Work Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mespace-workstation.md) - [Sound-Absorbing Cozy Desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buddyhub.md) - [Connected Workplace Privacy Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/office-booths.md) - [Acoustic Workstation Hoods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canopy-desk.md)