Open Offices Lack Quiet Call Space: Soundproof Telephone Booths Create a More Private Communication Environment

Open-plan offices make communication easier, but they often provide few suitable places for private calls. Employees may take customer conversations at their desks, join video meetings beside coworkers or search for an available meeting room for a short phone call. This creates background noise for the wider office and makes confidential communication more difficult.

A soundproof telephone booth gives employees a dedicated space for calls without requiring a permanent room. For companies planning a hybrid workplace, however, choosing the right booth requires more than checking whether it fits into the office.

Why Quiet Call Space Matters in an Open Office

Everyday speech is one of the most noticeable distractions in a shared workplace. A conversation does not need to be especially loud to interrupt someone who is writing, analysing information or participating in another meeting.

Privacy is another concern. Customer details, internal decisions and employee matters should not be discussed where they can easily be overheard. Traditional meeting rooms can provide separation, but using a large room for every individual call is rarely an efficient use of space.

An office soundproof booth can fill the gap between an open workstation and a conventional meeting room. It offers an enclosed setting for telephone calls, virtual meetings and focused individual work.

How to Select a Soundproof Telephone Booth

Review Measurable Acoustic Information

Terms such as “quiet booth” and “soundproof pod” can mean different things. Buyers should request measurable sound-reduction information and ask whether the product has been evaluated under a recognised acoustic standard.

SpeX single-person acoustic pods specify noise reduction of up to 33.5 dB. The product range is also presented as meeting ISO 23351-1 Class A, with noise reduction above 30 dB. These figures offer a useful reference when comparing booths, although actual performance will depend on installation, surrounding noise and user behaviour.

Check Ventilation Performance

A telephone booth may be used for more than a two-minute call. Employees might remain inside for an interview, sales presentation or extended video conference. Continuous airflow is therefore essential.

The SpeX One Max and One Plus models specify an airflow rate of 2.42 m³/min. Their systems combine a silent exhaust fan with an adjustable centrifugal fan. Non-direct airflow can also help maintain comfort by reducing the sensation of air blowing directly onto the user.

Compare Size and Intended Use

A compact booth is easier to place near workstations, but internal dimensions should still allow the user to sit or stand comfortably and operate a laptop.

The SpeX One Max has external dimensions of 1000 × 1000 × 2265 mm, making it suitable for individual calls where floor space is limited. The One Plus measures 1000 × 1500 × 2265 mm, providing additional interior width for longer work sessions or an office chair.

Before ordering, companies should confirm access routes, door clearance, ceiling height and the final location of power connections.

Examine Lighting, Power and Controls

A practical telephone booth should support both voice calls and video meetings. Useful features include comfortable lighting, charging access and simple environmental controls.

SpeX single-person models include adjustable 4000K flicker-free lighting, a universal power socket, USB-A and USB-C ports, and touchscreen control. An infrared sensing system is designed to enter deep sleep within five seconds after the booth becomes vacant.

A Flexible Addition to the Hybrid Workplace

A soundproof telephone booth for office use can add private call capacity without permanent construction. It can be positioned in corporate offices, coworking spaces and reception areas where employees need convenient access to an enclosed communication space.

The best model is not simply the booth with the strongest headline specification. Buyers should consider acoustic data, ventilation, internal space, accessibility, electrical requirements and expected call duration together. A well-matched telephone booth helps contain everyday conversations, reduces disruption in the surrounding office and provides employees with a more appropriate environment for private communication.