News, insights, and updates from the Thinkspace team.
College students are navigating an unprecedented level of pressure. The latest Healthy Minds Study national data report, representing more than 84,000 students across 135 institutions, found that 37% of students reported moderate to severe depressive symptoms, 32% reported moderate to severe anxiety, and one in four felt isolated from others. Those numbers are not simply […]
Read moreThe modern office is designed to bring people together. Open layouts, shared workspaces, collaborative meeting areas, and flexible seating can support communication, connection, and teamwork. But when sound is not considered as carefully as furniture, lighting, or technology, people can struggle to focus. Nearby conversations, ringing phones, video calls, impromptu meetings, and hallway traffic can […]
Read moreWalk into any workplace and you will notice the obvious design elements first: the layout, the materials, the furniture, the buzz of collaboration. But one of the most influential forces shaping how people feel and perform often goes unnoticed: Light. Not the decorative pendants or the task lamp on a desk, but the kind of […]
Read moreKent Worldwide reimagined the historic McKee Pearl Button Factory in Muscatine, IA as a 41,000 sq ft, three-level corporate headquarters that honors the building’s legacy while supporting modern work. By strategically integrating Hush pods, the team balanced open collaboration with acoustically private spaces, enhancing productivity and wellness without compromising daylight or historic sightlines. At A […]
Read moreIf you’ve ever worked in a modern office, you’ll know the struggle: open-plan spaces are great for collaboration, but when it’s time for a private chat, a brainstorming session, or a client call, you often end up hunting for a free meeting room. The problem? Traditional meeting rooms are limited, often booked up, and not […]
Read moreWhether you’re planning one phone pod or a full village of meeting pods, the fastest way to a smooth install is a tight checklist. Below is a practical, field-tested guide your team can use from first conversation to final sign-off—built around hushoffice’s “Verify x10” framework. 1. Verify Dimensions Start by confirming the exact width, depth, […]
Read morePods are only as powerful as the place you put them. Follow this step-by-step framework—drawn from Hushoffice research, Thinkspace field installs, and global best-practice guidelines—to turn movable acoustic rooms into maximum-impact workspace tools. 1. Map the Work-Zone DNA of Your Floor Every office supports four core behaviors: focus, collaboration, meetings, and rejuvenation. Start with a […]
Read moreInnovative small-footprint models deliver best-in-class acoustics, personalization, and human-centered lighting to U.S. and Canadian markets. April 30, 2025 – Chicago, IL – Thinkspace, the leading provider of European-designed acoustic solutions, is now offering the full hushFree acoustic pod lineup in North America, with all eight models available and ready to ship within seven days. The […]
Read moreChicago, IL – April 8, 2025 – Thinkspace has named Leanne Johnston as its new Vice President of Sales for the Northeastern U.S. and Canada. Johnston brings to Thinkspace extensive experience in furniture industry sales and sales leadership, particularly across Canada and the Eastern U.S. “Her exceptional track record, particularly while in similar positions with […]
Read moreChicago, IL – April 4, 2024 – When every square foot counts, hushFree.XM delivers. The most compact pod in the hushFree line, it’s a sleek, comfortable workspace for two that delivers exceptional acoustic privacy, all in a compact footprint designed for modern office spaces where space needs to be thoughtfully used. Designed for Today’s Work […]
Read moreMarch is Women’s History Month, a time to honor the trailblazing women shaping industries and breaking barriers. One such leader is Anjul Chandi, Co-Founder and CEO of Thinkspace, a women-owned company revolutionizing modern workspaces with innovative acoustic and wellness solutions. Pioneering a New Era in Workspace Innovation Seven years ago, Anjul, alongside her business partner […]
Read moreThe modern workplace is evolving, and with it comes a growing recognition of the need for inclusivity, especially for neurodivergent employees. Thinkspace is proud to champion this movement by offering Hushoffice pods, including the innovative hushFree line, which have been awarded the Certified Autism Resource (CAR) badge by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing […]
Read moreAdds Luther & Associates, Contract Office Marketing & Stella Group Chicago, IL, October 29, 2024 –Thinkspace, a leading North American distributor of European acoustic and wellness solutions announces the addition of three new rep groups expanding their reach in 7 US states. Luther & Associates joins Thinkspace with a strong, successful reputation in the furniture […]
Read moreHow Fire Life Safety (FLS) Regulations Shape the Design of Modern Acoustic Pods and Enclosures The world of acoustic booths, also known as acoustic pods or enclosures, is a relatively young category in the office furniture industry, having emerged and evolved significantly over the past several years. Initially designed to offer a quiet, private space […]
Read moreWhen we made it to the other side of the COVID-19 pandemic, many of us were eager to return to the office and reclaim a sense of normalcy. However, we were unprepared for the massive wave of employee burnout that followed. Initially, this burnout wave hit the healthcare industry hardest. Doctors and nurses were overwhelmed […]
Read moreThinkspace Expands Footprint in Key U.S. Markets: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Tennessee, Upstate New York & Western Pennsylvania New Partnerships with Five Dynamic Rep Groups to Elevate Market Presence & Expand Sales Chicago, IL – July 16, 2024 – Thinkspace, a trailblazing woman-owned distributor of premier European acoustic and wellness solutions, is thrilled to announce its […]
Read moreThinkspace brings HushFree best-in-class acoustic collection of booths to North America with debut at NeoCon 2024 Class A acoustics, mood lighting, ventilation and room availability features at an affordable price are workspace game changers. Three models offer exceptional acoustic comfort for individuals, teamwork, meetings. Chicago, IL – June 7, 2024 -Thinkspace will introduce a new […]
Read moreThinkspace signs tenant agreement at Chicago’s Merchandise Mart Chicago, IL – May 20, 2023 – Thinkspace will open its very first showroom during NeoCon 2023. The 2,000 square foot space is located on the 10th floor of the Chicago Merchandise Mart, suite 99. The showroom will display acoustic workspace solutions for focused work, meetings, and […]
Read moreThinkspace Welcomes New Independent Furniture Representative Bam Associates Partnership with Bam Associates Rounds Out the Thinkspace Presence in Delaware, Southern New Jersey and Eastern Pennsylvania Norristown, PA – March 1, 2023 – Today, Thinkspace announced the addition of Bam Associates as a new Thinkspace Independent Sales Representative Group covering Delaware, Southern New Jersey and Eastern […]
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