The team at SIXINCH USA works together with Populous to introduce the Elevate system, which is an indoor and outdoor work height structure. It features ADA-approved tables that add a modular function to any environment. There are 28 components that were taken into consideration for the system, highlighting structural seating, arm rests, drink rails, planters, and tables. The seating acts as the base of the design with upholstered wooden framing to ensure it is weatherized.
Senior Principal at Populous, Adam Stover explains "Climate change and recent pandemic experiences have increased our desire for fresh air and shown us how vital it is. In response, outdoor work areas have become more common, serving a secondary need for flexible workspace as organizations manage to change expectations and understand new needs for their students, their workforces, and their guests."
Versatile Work Furniture Systems
SIXINCH USA and Populous Present the Elevate System
Trend Themes
1. Outdoor Workspaces - The rise of outdoor workspaces caters to the growing demand for fresh air and flexibility in professional settings.
2. Modular Office Furniture - Modular office furniture systems offer adaptability to various environments, accommodating changing needs and preferences.
3. Ada-approved Designs - Incorporating ADA-approved elements into work furniture supports inclusivity and compliance with accessibility standards.
Industry Implications
1. Office Furniture - The office furniture industry can innovate by developing adaptable and weather-resistant products for hybrid work environments.
2. Facility Management - Facility management services can expand by integrating versatile and flexible workspaces that cater to both indoor and outdoor settings.
3. Urban Planning - Urban planning benefits from the inclusion of adaptable workspaces that promote outdoor work and social interaction in public and private spaces.