Orgatec2018

A container module which can be used on its own as a low table or stacked to line walls or create partitions that provide multiple storage capacity. Also available as a version on casters, Ring consists of a painted steel plate shell and two multi-layered oak shelves. More

Spinny, a drawer unit that continuously changes appearance and looks almost organic, features a series of drawers that rotate up to 180 degrees. The injection-moulded ABS plastic drawers are proposed in three different heights; painted steel base and structure on polypropylene swivel casters. Available also as a fixed version to be anchored to a wall. More

Slender curved sheet steel shelf with multi-layered wooden support panel.The rounded design resembles the shape of a tray, suggesting it can be used both for serving and standing things on. More

A modular shelf resembling herring fish bones, Fishbone can be arranged at 45 and 90 degrees, becoming more functional when used in pairs or multiple combinations. Made of fine curved sheet metal, it was initially designed with a multi-layered wood back panel but is now also available with a fabric covered back that creates a variety of colour and tactile sensations. More

A three-dimensional vase which transitions from a round base as it rises to form a triangle at the rim.Made of rotomoulded polyethylene and available in two heights, can be used equally indoors or out. More

This folded sheet steel wall accessory featuring two sections serves as a four-hook coat rack and a shelf for standing small items on. Since it is made of painted steel, it can also be used as a magnetic board. More

Facilitating dialogue and discussionWith its bright coloured blocks and unusual composition, the modular WorkSofa is an eye-catcher. The design fosters its primary function as a communal meeting point. Whether it’s a brainstorm or a group work session, an afternoon coffee or an impromptu meeting, designers Studio Makkink & Bey created the WorkSofa with conversations in mind. The WorkSofa can be customised for any space, making it a celebrated focal piece that facilitates dialogue and discussion above all.o Primary function as a communal meeting pointo Focal piece that facilitates dialogue and discussiono Customisable for any space More

Encouraging ownership of workA solution at its best: SideSeat is a self-contained desk, cupboard and swivel chair that only takes up one square metre of space. Equipped with the essentials, this compact workstation by Studio Makkink & Bey can easily be placed in any space to stimulate individual or communal working. Designed with people in mind, users can take ownership of their space, deciding whether to sit facing forward or turn to use the desk. With this piece of moveable furniture, the user can shape the ideal environment in which to work.o Compact workstation equipped with the essentialso A self-contained desk, cupboard and swivel chair in oneo Moveable piece of furniture to shape any workspace More

Welcoming privacy in the office environmentThe PhoneBox, created by Axia Design, offers a sense of privacy in the office, either to make a phone call, prepare for an upcoming meeting or gather ones thoughts. While the soft fabrics and rounded edges make the booth inviting, the unique design ensures that outside noises are muffled as to enhance focus. Although simple and compact in design, the PhoneBox makes a significant impact in an open environment.o Offers a sense of privacy in the officeo Outside noises are muffled as to enhance focuso Simple and compact design makes it functional in use More

Inspiring flexibility at workReminiscent of a picnic table, the JoinTable fosters conversations in an informal way. Unlike a traditional picnic table, however, this unique design can be enjoyed in many different ways as well as in numerous settings, including indoor and outdoor spaces. Multifunctional in its use, the chairs fold down to create four seats; when closed, the standing table can accommodate several people for a meeting or a spontaneous discussion. Created by Bert Masselus of Mass-a, the JoinTable is simple in design but rich in use.o Fosters conversations in an informal wayo Plays with sitting and standing, indoor and outdoor useo Accommodates meetings and workspace for several people More

Experience the working area of the future in hall 10.1, booth F010. This is where the innovative furniture company Prooff comes into its own, putting people first. At the Orgatec (October 23-27 in Cologne), Prooff will be presenting an innovative approach to the future of well-being at the workplace over an area of 200 m². With a captivating experience designed by renowned architectural firm DoepelStrijkers, Prooff emphasizes the paradigm shift from activity-based work to a human-centered workplace.Visionary concepts for a new work culture Orgatec is the world's leading trade show for office and equipment, attracting over 55,000 visitors each year. The focus of this year's show is on "Visionary Concepts for a New Work Culture." According to... More

A light and elegantcollection, suitable for indoor and outdoor use, both in public and private areas. Consisting of a lounge chair and two-seatersofa, characterised by a slim steel frame thataccommodatescomfortablecushions. In the lounge chairversion, the lower base alone, together with the cushionattached to it, becomes a comfy pouf that can also be occasionallyusedas a seat or asfootrest to complete thisrelaxingarrangement; whereas the small sofabecomes a comfortable and functionalbench, always keeping just the lower frame with the cushion. Once the frame isseparated from the cushions (removable with a simplegesture), the structure can be dividedintotwo parts, decreasingits volume and significantlyreducing packaging: this design solutio... More

A table with almostarchetypal lines, born of a softened re-elaboration of itsgeometries.The soft round concrete base, coloured in the mass from the catalogue palette or evencolourcustomised, houses the cylindrical metal structuresupporting the top in the MDF or laminate versions.Itisavailable in 2 heights, with a squareshaped top and rounded corners, or a curvingshapeformed by the combination of archesevolving from circles of differentdiameters.Thanks to itsessentialshape, whichfacilitatesitscombination with allchairtypes, the tableisideal for thosecontractcontextsdedicated to the food and hotel sectors: the materialsfurthermore, make itsuitable for bothinteriors and verandas, for open-air terraces and, more generally, for outdoor areas.&nb... More

Small armchair with distinctive lines, characterised by a sharp and sinuousgroove in the frame whichformstwohalf shells: the seat, soft and inviting, fitsagainst the accentuated and envelopingprofile of an amplebackrest. The resultis a neat and comfortableseat with armrests, perfect for bothcontract and home environment use. Fullyupholstered in fabric or hide, itisavailable with legs in naturalbeech or metal, in a swivellingversion with chromeplatedspoked base or on casters. More