Arranging the available workspace in the right way by providing employees with space for individual work, video conferencing, meetings, and brainstorming makes the workplace much more employee-friendly. Such arrangements are possible thanks to acoustic pods — VANK’s mobile rooms designed for 2/3, 4, and 6. Thanks to the special design and the use of sound-absorbing materials, the pods effectively block outside noise and suppress the sound generated inside. FLAT panels with their three-dimensional structure act as diffusers to break up sound waves, bringing well-being to the office. They can be made of a biocomposite or non-woven rPET — grey or upholstered. The pods feature a safety glass door and come with connection panels, a ventilation system, energy-efficient LED ceiling lighting, a sound system, a TV screen mount, and a control panel which measures: lighting intensity, air purity, and noise levels. The pod is also available in a mobile version — on wheels.
Acoustic pods will work well not only in office environments but also at event venues, in hotels, in public office buildings, and at airports.
Awards
GERMAN SUSTAINABILITY AWARD DESIGN 2022
VANK’s natural composite bio-panel and eco-transformation have been recognised by the jury of the German Sustainability Award Design competition, and the panel was named a finalist in the 2022 edition of the competition.
GREEN PRODUCT AWARD 2022
The VANK BIO panel, available in 5 different patterns, won the Green Product Award 2022 and received a special mention from a 26-member jury — Editor’s Choice — in the Interior & Lifestyle category. The panel is an essential element of VANK acoustic pods, mobile walls, and wall installations.
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ICONIC AWARDS 2022 Winner - BIO
The design of VANK’s BIO acoustic pod received “The Winner” title in the Innovative Interiors category of the ICONIC AWARDS 2022 competition organised by the German Design Council.
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rPET
VANK rPET acoustic panels are made from non-woven recycled plastic. They can come in a wide range of colours if upholstered in a fabric of choice.
NATURAL BIO-MATERIAL
VANK BIO acoustic panels are made from a biocomposite based on fibrous plants, i.e. flax and hemp.
The smooth walls are a result of a client’s brief, which we took a step further by adding an eco-friendly material.
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DIVERSITY OF FORM
The pods come in many combinations: with one or two glass walls, with the body covered with panels on two sides side or one side only (the other is upholstered in plain fabric).
CREATIVE
The magnetic whiteboard, fixed to the rear inner and outer wall of the pod, can be used for writing and creating moodboards. A perfect tool for a brainstorming session inside the pod or nearby, turning the pod and its surroundings into an informal meeting space.
GRAPHIC LED
The pod is available in the GRAPHIC_LIGHT version with “Friday” mural artwork in 1 of 3 colours available or with a photo of the client’s choice. LED lighting on exterior walls.
JUNGLE
The outer left wall of the pod is finished with a system of modules for growing air purifying potted plants. A green wall in the office reduces employee stress and brings emotional balance and well-being to the workplace.
DARK GLASS
The front panes of the pod – including the door – are dimmed, which further provides visual privacy and user comfort while enabling the user to be in control of the situation outside the pod.
GREEN MOBILITY
All VANK acoustic pods can be moved freely at any time — and disassembled and assembled back if necessary. This is possible thanks to the castors fixed to the base and the heavy-duty design — suitable for repeated assembly.
FREEDOM OF FURNISHING
The freedom to furnish the pod with furniture makes it easy to adapt it to the current needs of the organisation. Available options include standard seats or collections like CO, CELOO, RING, V6, and PEEL.
TV MOUNT
To provide proper space for video conferencing, our pods feature TV mounts. Depending on the pod type, two kinds of mounts are available: corner or central.
SAFETY GLASS AND FIRE-RETARDANT MATERIALS
All glass elements are made of double-glazed, laminated, and tempered glass, which makes them safe to install and use. The acoustic panels and fabrics have been tested for flame retardancy according to EN 1021-1, EN 1021-2 (cigarette and match).
CUSTOMISABILITY
Available 2 pod heights: standard H1=238 or H2=223 cm. Power supply: bottom or coming out of the upper part of the roof.
NOISE LEVEL AND AIR QUALITY SENSORS
An optional 6-module control panel with air purity, lighting intensity, and noise level sensors in pods for 2 and more.
QUIET AND EFFICIENT VENTILATION
Mechanical supply and exhaust ventilation, providing air exchange during use. Adjustable ventilation with the possibility of ventilating the space before and after meetings in pods for 2 and more.
ADJUSTABLE LED LIGHTING
Neutral light colour — 4,000 K. Illuminance compliant with the standard for office work. Adjustable lighting intensity in pods for 2 and more.
WIRELESS INTERNAL SOUND SYSTEM
An optional mono/stereo sound system to play audio/ music from mobile devices via Bluetooth.
POWER SUPPLY, POWER SOCKETS, AND USB CHARGERS
IN pods for 2 and more, a 2x230V+2xUSB connection panel is fitted near the floor or in the fixed seats.
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rPET
VANK rPET acoustic panels are made from non-woven recycled plastic. They can come in a wide range of colours if upholstered in a fabric of choice.
NATURAL BIO-MATERIAL
VANK BIO acoustic panels are made from a biocomposite based on fibrous plants, i.e. flax and hemp.
DIVERSITY OF FORM
The pods come in many combinations: with one or two glass walls, with the body covered with panels on two sides side or one side only (the other is upholstered in plain fabric).
CREATIVE
The magnetic whiteboard, fixed to the rear inner and outer wall of the pod, can be used for writing and creating moodboards. A perfect tool for a brainstorming session inside the pod or nearby, turning the pod and its surroundings into an informal meeting space.
GRAPHIC LED
The pod is available in the GRAPHIC_LIGHT version with “Friday” mural artwork in 1 of 3 colours available or with a photo of the client’s choice. LED lighting on exterior walls.
JUNGLE
The outer left wall of the pod is finished with a system of modules for growing air purifying potted plants. A green wall in the office reduces employee stress and brings emotional balance and well-being to the workplace.
DARK GLASS
The front panes of the pod – including the door – are dimmed, which further provides visual privacy and user comfort while enabling the user to be in control of the situation outside the pod.
GREEN MOBILITY
All VANK acoustic pods can be moved freely at any time — and disassembled and assembled back if necessary. This is possible thanks to the castors fixed to the base and the heavy-duty design — suitable for repeated assembly.
FREEDOM OF FURNISHING
The freedom to furnish the pod with furniture makes it easy to adapt it to the current needs of the organisation. Available options include standard seats or collections like CO, CELOO, RING, V6, and PEEL.
TV MOUNT
To provide proper space for video conferencing, our pods feature TV mounts. Depending on the pod type, two kinds of mounts are available: corner or central.
SAFETY GLASS AND FIRE-RETARDANT MATERIALS
All glass elements are made of double-glazed, laminated, and tempered glass, which makes them safe to install and use. The acoustic panels and fabrics have been tested for flame retardancy according to EN 1021-1, EN 1021-2 (cigarette and match).
CUSTOMISABILITY
Available 2 pod heights: standard H1=238 or H2=223 cm. Power supply: bottom or coming out of the upper part of the roof.
NOISE LEVEL AND AIR QUALITY SENSORS
An optional 6-module control panel with air purity, lighting intensity, and noise level sensors in pods for 2 and more.
QUIET AND EFFICIENT VENTILATION
Mechanical supply and exhaust ventilation, providing air exchange during use. Adjustable ventilation with the possibility of ventilating the space before and after meetings in pods for 2 and more.
ADJUSTABLE LED LIGHTING
Neutral light colour — 4,000 K. Illuminance compliant with the standard for office work. Adjustable lighting intensity in pods for 2 and more.
WIRELESS INTERNAL SOUND SYSTEM
An optional mono/stereo sound system to play audio/ music from mobile devices via Bluetooth.
POWER SUPPLY, POWER SOCKETS, AND USB CHARGERS
IN pods for 2 and more, a 2x230V+2xUSB connection panel is fitted near the floor or in the fixed seats.
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Acoustic pods support focused work. Available in versions for 1 person as well as for 2-3, 4, and 6 people. Features that improve user comfort: LED lighting, ventilation, connection panel. Enclosed pods are equipped with a 4-button wall-mounted touch
panel PA-4 for stepwise adjustment of lighting and ventilation levels, optionally – with a 6-button wall-mounted touch panel PA-6 with stepless adjustment of lighting, stepwise adjustment of ventilation, and a sensor of air purity, lighting, and noise levels; controlled automatically or manually. Connection panels are fitted in the floor or the seat. If the pod features seats, the connection panel is fitted in the front side of the seat. The special structure pod body, the materials, the fabrics, the carpet flooring, and the high acoustic performance glass used make it possible for the inside of the pod to isolate its user from the surrounding environment.
VW3222070 Pod for 2-3 people; door made of safety glass, internal side walls covered with acoustic panels, smooth upholstered external walls and back wall.
| Total height: | 238 (H1) 223 (H2) cm |
| Total depth: | 134 cm |
| Total width: | 214 cm |
| Internal height: | 218 (H1) 203 (H2) cm |
| Internal depth: | 120 cm |
| Internal width: | 188 cm |
VW3222080 Pod for 2-3 people; door made of safety glass, internal and external side walls covered with acoustic panels, smooth upholstered back wall.
| Total height: | 238 (H1) 223 (H2) cm |
| Total depth: | 134 cm |
| Total width: | 224 cm |
| Internal height: | 218 (H1) 203 (H2) cm |
| Internal depth: | 120 cm |
| Internal width: | 188 cm |
VW3224070 Pod for 2-3 people; door made of safety glass, internal side walls covered with acoustic panels, smooth upholstered external side walls, back wall made of glass.
| Total height: | 238 (H1) 223 (H2) cm |
| Total depth: | 132 cm |
| Total width: | 214 cm |
| Internal height: | 218 (H1) 203 (H2) cm |
| Internal depth: | 120 cm |
| Internal width: | 188 cm |
VW3224080 Pod for 2-3 people; door made of safety glass, internal and external side walls covered with acoustic panels, back wall made of glass.
| Total height: | 238 (H1) 223 (H2) cm |
| Total depth: | 132 cm |
| Total width: | 224 cm |
| Internal height: | 218 (H1) 203 (H2) cm |
| Internal depth: | 120 cm |
| Internal width: | 188 cm |
VW3422070 Pod for 4 person; door made of safety glass, internal side walls covered with acoustic panels, smooth upholstered external walls and back wall.
| Total height: | 238 (H1) 223 (H2) cm |
| Total depth: | 174 cm |
| Total width: | 214 cm |
| Internal height: | 218 (H1) 203 (H2) cm |
| Internal depth: | 160 cm |
| Internal width: | 188 cm |
VW3422080 Pod for 4 people; door made of safety glass, internal and external side walls covered with acoustic panels, smooth upholstered back wall.
| Total height: | 238 (H1) 223 (H2) cm |
| Total depth: | 174 cm |
| Total width: | 224 cm |
| Internal height: | 218 (H1) 203 (H2) cm |
| Internal depth: | 160 cm |
| Internal width: | 188 cm |
VW3424070 Pod for 4 people; door made of safety glass, internal side walls covered with acoustic panels, smooth upholstered external side walls, back wall made of glass.
| Total height: | 238 (H1) 223 (H2) cm |
| Total depth: | 172 cm |
| Total width: | 214 cm |
| Internal height: | 218 (H1) 203 (H2) cm |
| Internal depth: | 160 cm |
| Internal width: | 188 cm |
VW3424080 Pod for 4 people; door made of safety glass, internal and external side walls covered with acoustic panels, back wall made of glass.
| Total height: | 238 (H1) 223 (H2) cm |
| Total depth: | 172 cm |
| Total width: | 224 cm |
| Internal height: | 218 (H1) 203 (H2) cm |
| Internal depth: | 160 cm |
| Internal width: | 188 cm |
VW3622070 Pod for 6 people; door made of safety glass, internal side walls covered with acoustic panels, smooth upholstered external walls and back wall.
| Total height: | 238 (H1) 223 (H2) cm |
| Total depth: | 254 cm |
| Total width: | 214 cm |
| Internal height: | 218 (H1) 203 (H2) cm |
| Internal depth: | 240 cm |
| Internal width: | 188 cm |
VW3622080 Pod for 6 people; door made of safety glass, internal and external side walls covered with acoustic panels, smooth upholstered back wall.
| Total height: | 238 (H1) 223 (H2) cm |
| Total depth: | 252 cm |
| Total width: | 224 cm |
| Internal height: | 218 (H1) 203 (H2) cm |
| Internal depth: | 240 cm |
| Internal width: | 188 cm |
VW3624070 Pod for 6 people; door made of safety glass, internal side walls covered with acoustic panels, smooth upholstered external side walls, back wall made of glass.
| Total height: | 238 (H1) 223 (H2) cm |
| Total depth: | 254 cm |
| Total width: | 214 cm |
| Internal height: | 218 (H1) 203 (H2) cm |
| Internal depth: | 240 cm |
| Internal width: | 188 cm |
VW3624080 Pod for 6 people; door made of safety glass, internal and external side walls covered with acoustic panels, back wall made of glass.
| Total height: | 238 (H1) 223 (H2) cm |
| Total depth: | 252 cm |
| Total width: | 224 cm |
| Internal height: | 218 (H1) 203 (H2) cm |
| Internal depth: | 240 cm |
| Internal width: | 188 cm |
TS-3
A set of 2 seats and a table as furnishings of a pod for 2/3.
TS-4
A set of 4 seats and a table as furnishings of a pod for 4.
TS-6
A set of 6 seats and a table as furnishings of a pod for 6.
VW3222070 Pod for 2-3 people; door made of safety glass, internal side walls covered with acoustic panels, smooth upholstered external walls and back wall.
| Total height: | 238 (H1) 223 (H2) cm |
| Total depth: | 134 cm |
| Total width: | 214 cm |
| Internal height: | 218 (H1) 203 (H2) cm |
| Internal depth: | 120 cm |
| Internal width: | 188 cm |
VW3222080 Pod for 2-3 people; door made of safety glass, internal and external side walls covered with acoustic panels, smooth upholstered back wall.
| Total height: | 238 (H1) 223 (H2) cm |
| Total depth: | 134 cm |
| Total width: | 224 cm |
| Internal height: | 218 (H1) 203 (H2) cm |
| Internal depth: | 120 cm |
| Internal width: | 188 cm |
VW3224070 Pod for 2-3 people; door made of safety glass, internal side walls covered with acoustic panels, smooth upholstered external side walls, back wall made of glass.
| Total height: | 238 (H1) 223 (H2) cm |
| Total depth: | 132 cm |
| Total width: | 214 cm |
| Internal height: | 218 (H1) 203 (H2) cm |
| Internal depth: | 120 cm |
| Internal width: | 188 cm |
VW3224080 Pod for 2-3 people; door made of safety glass, internal and external side walls covered with acoustic panels, back wall made of glass.
| Total height: | 238 (H1) 223 (H2) cm |
| Total depth: | 132 cm |
| Total width: | 224 cm |
| Internal height: | 218 (H1) 203 (H2) cm |
| Internal depth: | 120 cm |
| Internal width: | 188 cm |
VW3422070 Pod for 4 person; door made of safety glass, internal side walls covered with acoustic panels, smooth upholstered external walls and back wall.
| Total height: | 238 (H1) 223 (H2) cm |
| Total depth: | 174 cm |
| Total width: | 214 cm |
| Internal height: | 218 (H1) 203 (H2) cm |
| Internal depth: | 160 cm |
| Internal width: | 188 cm |
VW3422080 Pod for 4 people; door made of safety glass, internal and external side walls covered with acoustic panels, smooth upholstered back wall.
| Total height: | 238 (H1) 223 (H2) cm |
| Total depth: | 174 cm |
| Total width: | 224 cm |
| Internal height: | 218 (H1) 203 (H2) cm |
| Internal depth: | 160 cm |
| Internal width: | 188 cm |
VW3424070 Pod for 4 people; door made of safety glass, internal side walls covered with acoustic panels, smooth upholstered external side walls, back wall made of glass.
| Total height: | 238 (H1) 223 (H2) cm |
| Total depth: | 172 cm |
| Total width: | 214 cm |
| Internal height: | 218 (H1) 203 (H2) cm |
| Internal depth: | 160 cm |
| Internal width: | 188 cm |
VW3424080 Pod for 4 people; door made of safety glass, internal and external side walls covered with acoustic panels, back wall made of glass.
| Total height: | 238 (H1) 223 (H2) cm |
| Total depth: | 172 cm |
| Total width: | 224 cm |
| Internal height: | 218 (H1) 203 (H2) cm |
| Internal depth: | 160 cm |
| Internal width: | 188 cm |
VW3622070 Pod for 6 people; door made of safety glass, internal side walls covered with acoustic panels, smooth upholstered external walls and back wall.
| Total height: | 238 (H1) 223 (H2) cm |
| Total depth: | 254 cm |
| Total width: | 214 cm |
| Internal height: | 218 (H1) 203 (H2) cm |
| Internal depth: | 240 cm |
| Internal width: | 188 cm |
VW3622080 Pod for 6 people; door made of safety glass, internal and external side walls covered with acoustic panels, smooth upholstered back wall.
| Total height: | 238 (H1) 223 (H2) cm |
| Total depth: | 252 cm |
| Total width: | 224 cm |
| Internal height: | 218 (H1) 203 (H2) cm |
| Internal depth: | 240 cm |
| Internal width: | 188 cm |
VW3624070 Pod for 6 people; door made of safety glass, internal side walls covered with acoustic panels, smooth upholstered external side walls, back wall made of glass.
| Total height: | 238 (H1) 223 (H2) cm |
| Total depth: | 254 cm |
| Total width: | 214 cm |
| Internal height: | 218 (H1) 203 (H2) cm |
| Internal depth: | 240 cm |
| Internal width: | 188 cm |
VW3624080 Pod for 6 people; door made of safety glass, internal and external side walls covered with acoustic panels, back wall made of glass.
| Total height: | 238 (H1) 223 (H2) cm |
| Total depth: | 252 cm |
| Total width: | 224 cm |
| Internal height: | 218 (H1) 203 (H2) cm |
| Internal depth: | 240 cm |
| Internal width: | 188 cm |
TS-3
A set of 2 seats and a table as furnishings of a pod for 2/3.
TS-4
A set of 4 seats and a table as furnishings of a pod for 4.
TS-6
A set of 6 seats and a table as furnishings of a pod for 6.
ACOUSTICS & WELLBEING
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RPET
rPET GREY
rPET GRAPHITE
BIOCOMPOSIT
BIO LIGHT
BIO DARK
ERA / II PRICE GROUP
A subtle two-tone heavy-duty fabric with a herringbone weave. Composition: 100% recyclable polyester, weight: 320 g/m2, abrasion resistance: ≥ 110,000 Martindale cycles. Environmental label: Indoor Advantage™ “Gold”, Standard 100 by OEKO-TEX®.
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FELICITY / II PRICE GROUP
A single-colour heavy-duty fabric marked by by flowing, organic lines. Composition: 100% post-consumer recycled and recyclable polyester, weight: 430 g/m2, abrasion resistance: ≥ 90,000 Martindale cycles. Environmental label: EU Ecolabel, Standard 100 by OEKO-TEX®, Cradle to Cradle Certified® Bronze.
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CHARLES / II PRICE GROUP
A heavy-duty velour fabric that highlights the elegance and unique nature of the furniture. Natural, uneven shading. Composition: 100% recyclable polyester, weight: 430 g/m2, abrasion resistance: ≥ 90,000 Martindale cycles. Environmental label: Standard 100 by OEKO-TEX®.
SONUS / II PRICE GROUP
A heavy-duty acoustic mélange fabric with a felt finish. Composition: 10% viscose, 18% nylon, 72% polyester, weight: 200 g/m2. Environmental label: EU Ecolabel, Indoor Advantage™ “Gold”, Standard 100 by OEKO-TEX®.
PATINA / II PRICE GROUP
A heavy-duty fabric containing natural fibres. The white spots scattered all over the surface are the effect of the presence of flax content. Composition: 69% wool, 22% linen, 8% polyamide, 1% viscose, weight: 330 g/m2, abrasion resistance: ≥ 100,000 Martindale cycles. Environmental label: EU Ecolabel, Indoor Advantage™ “Gold”.
BLAZER LITE / II PRICE GROUP
A heavy-duty acoustic and biodegradable fabric containing natural fibres. Felt finish and mélange colours. Composition: 100% renewable responsibly farmed wool, weight: 355 g/m2. Environmental label: Indoor Advantage™ “Gold”.
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WELL / II PRICE GROUP
Composition: 92% wool, 8% polyamide, weight: 457 g/m2, abrasion resistance: ≥ 200,000 Martindale cycles.
SYNERGY / III PRICE GROUP
A heavy-duty fabric with a fine felt finish, containing natural fibres, available in 75 colours. Composition: 95 % renewable responsibly farmed wool, 5% nylong, weight: 400 g/m2, abrasion resistance: ≥ 100,000 Martindale cycles. Environmental label: EU Ecolabel, Indoor Advantage™ “Gold”.
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The FLAT collection of acoustic pods, walls, wall and desk panels has been created in response to the need for a space for conversations, for meetings that require a break from the influx of external stimuli and focus on what really matters. As a means to maintain the balance between personal space and teamwork. FLAT panels with their three-dimensional structure act as diffusers to break up sound waves, bringing well-being to the office. They can be made of a biocomposite or non-woven rPET — grey or upholstered. Neutral, smooth FLAT panels create a minimalist surface, easy to combine with bolder, more distinctive shapes they share the space with. Such acoustic solutions will work great not only in office environments, but also in hotels, public office buildings, at airports, and in all sorts of event, industrial, and logistics facilities.
From their offices in Munich, Berlin, and Cologne they develope project visions, identify employee needs, and translate them into a goal-oriented workplace concept.
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The VANK_FLAT_BOX collection of acoustic pods with neutral walls inside and outside the pod was used in a design that won two German Design Awards. The rooms feature custom-made original motivational slogans affixed to glass pod doors.
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GTS ALIVE’s business is about student status verification and the continued development of digital identity in a mobile solution, especially for the academic sector. One of their offices is located in the centre of Prague. The co...
