Question 1

What are office pods?

Accepted Answer

Office meeting pods are flexibly-designed workspaces that provide purpose-built space in open office environments for collaboration. Office pods have become popular as businesses have moved to open floor plans which offer minimal space for small-team meetings and private one-on-ones. Over 70% of meetings in the office only involve two to four people, so incorporating smaller office meeting pods into floor plans enables businesses to free up larger conference rooms for the number of individuals they were designed to host.

The majority of office meeting pods are designed with soundproofing materials that ensure what you say in an office pod, stays in an office pod. ROOM’s office meeting pods are engineered to reduce noise by 30 decibels.

Question 2

What are the benefits of a private office?

Accepted Answer

The benefits of a private office in an open workplace are vast. Over the last decade, the average space per employee has dropped by more than 30 percent, to a much-too-snug 100 square feet per person. These close quarters have wreaked havoc on our concentration and resulted in plentiful noise complaints. In fact, a recent survey conducted by Harvard Business Review shared that more than 50 percent of Americans have complained about noise to their bosses. That’s over ½ of all American workers! In that same study, 63 percent of workers said they lacked space for focus work and even more startling, when their companies switched to open offices, face-to-face interactions fell by 70 percent. Plus, employee stress has skyrocketed and productivity has plummeted.

But fear not, modular private offices provide dedicated space for focused work in crowded offices and open floor plans. Purpose-built space for private calls and focused work sessions ensure businesses are providing flexibly-designed space that enables employees to do their best work, without the hassle of traditional construction. Plus, in the age of hybrid where teams may be spread out among offices, remote locations and well, anywhere with WiFi, private offices create personal workspace perfect for video conference calls and meetings.

Question 3

What is a modular focus room?

Accepted Answer

A modular focus room is a prefabricated, self-contained space designed for quiet, distraction-free work in open or flexible office environments. It's "modular" because it’s built off-site in components (walls, ceiling, doors, etc.) that can be quickly assembled, disassembled, moved, or reconfigured — unlike traditional built-in rooms.

Key characteristics:

Purpose: Designed for deep work, phone calls, video meetings, or solo concentration
Construction: Made of modular panels (often sound-insulated), glass walls, ventilation systems, and integrated lighting
Size: Typically smaller than a meeting room, meant for 1–2 people
Plug-and-Play: Usually includes electrical outlets, USB ports, and lighting, requiring minimal setup
Privacy: Soundproof or sound-dampening materials for acoustic isolation

Benefits:

Quick installation with no major construction
Flexibility to move or reconfigure as workplace needs evolve
Cost-effective compared to traditional buildouts
Helps reduce noise and distractions in open-plan offices

Interested in a modular focus room? Let us know what size and we’ll direct you to the version that’s best for you.

Question 4

What are office meeting pods?

Accepted Answer

Did you know that office conference rooms are occupied 40% of the time by just one person? Most likely, your workspace is currently misusing plenty of valuable real estate. Our soundproof office meeting pods create purpose-built space for small-team discussions of up to four people, and private one-on-ones, reducing larger office pod congestion without the need, and cost, of traditional construction. Just one of our soundproof office meeting pods is all it takes to see office productivity and workforce happiness increase.

Our flexibly-designed office meeting pods are also cost effective. If you decide to build your own office meeting pod leveraging traditional construction, that might cost you $40,000 or more. Our pre-fab office meeting pods have everything you need for a productive team meeting at a fraction of the cost, starting at just $16,995 before tax. Plus, our office pods are up and running in your office in just under three hours so you can get to work right away. Our soundproof office meeting pod is even pre-certified so you won’t have to chase after contractors and more, meaning you’re up and running in the workplace the minute your office meeting pod is assembled. And after? Unlike traditional construction that stays with the office if you relocate, our modular office meeting pods are flexibly-designed so you can take them with you when you move offices, floors, or even move to an entirely new location.

Question 5

How much do meeting pods cost?

Accepted Answer

Office meeting pods vary in cost, anywhere from $17,000 to upwards of $40,000 depending on size of the office pod and available features. ROOM’s Room S office meeting pod costs just $16,995 before tax, making it one of the most cost-effective options. One of the things to look out for when buying an office meeting pod is what you're paying for. Most players in the market sell exclusively through furniture dealers meaning there is a significant mark up before your new soundproof office pod is delivered to your office. How do you know that you’re paying the right price when buying a soundproof office meeting pod? Look for quality, performance and sustainability. ROOM offers the best value office meeting pod on the market. We keep costs low not by compromising on quality or performance, but by cutting out the middleman and selling direct from factory to your business. We ship our products flat to reduce shipping cost and assemble in less than 3 hours in your office.

Interested in comparing office meeting pods on the market — look no further than our own comparison page where you can compare pricing, features and more for some of the top office meeting pod providers.

Question 6

What is an ADA office pod?

Accepted Answer

An ADA office pod is a workplace privacy pod or booth that is specifically designed to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards. These are self-contained, freestanding units often used in open-plan offices to provide private, quiet spaces for phone calls, meetings, or focused work — but with added accessibility features.

Key features of an ADA-compliant office pod:

Wheelchair Accessibility:
- Door width of at least 32 inches when open at 90 degrees
- Sufficient interior space for a wheelchair to turn (usually a 60-inch turning radius)
Low or No Threshold: Easy or automatic door entry for those with mobility impairments
Reach Ranges: Controls (e.g., lighting, ventilation) must be within reach range for seated users
Interior Seating Options: Either removable seating or adaptable layouts to accommodate different users
Visual & Audible Signals: For emergency or occupancy indicators that are accessible to all

These pods allow organizations to offer inclusive privacy and productivity solutions in their workspaces. They're commonly used in corporate offices, co-working spaces, libraries, and even educational settings. Interested in an ADA office pod? The Room M and L series each offer two configurations that are ADA compliant - our Frame and our Focus Room.

Room M

Soundproof office pods designed for privacy or collaboration

Starting at

$22,995

Be it private productivity or meaningful connection, our Room M series is designed for real flexibility—so your workplace can pivot as work modes and
organizations change.

Cost effective

Time Saving

Flexible

Three interior configurations that flex with the evolving needs of your business and workstyles of your team.