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Measured, certified insulation
The Island Duo cuts noise by 28.7 dB, certified Class B to the ISO 23351-1 standard.
A meeting room with no building work
It's installed in under an hour on a standard 220V socket, and it can move if your office layout changes.
Comfortable for longer sessions
8 fans, an air flow of 800 m³/h, air renewed every 15 seconds: the pod stays pleasant even in long meetings.
5-year warranty
Every Island Duo is covered for 5 years, with a 100-day trial and a full return if you're not satisfied.
Why choose a two-person acoustic pod?
Noise is one of the biggest barriers to productivity in open plan offices. Sound interruptions, crossed conversations, notifications: over the course of a day, these things wear down focus and tire out teams.
A two-person acoustic pod like the Island Duo lets you:
- create a privacy bubble for sensitive conversations;
- take pressure off traditional meeting rooms for one-to-one conversations;
- offer a dedicated video call space for hybrid working;
- quickly add an extra room, with no building work or heavy changes to the building.
Unlike a traditional meeting room, the pod simply sits in place, plugs into a 220V socket, and can be moved if your office layout changes.
Measurable acoustic performance
How well an acoustic pod works is measured first in decibels (dB). The goal: keep conversation from being heard outside, while keeping natural sound inside.
Work With Island pods are tested to the ISO 23351-1 standard, the market reference for acoustic pods. The Island Duo offers a certified reduction of around 28.7 dB, turning a noisy open plan office at around 70 dB into a calm environment at around 40 dB.
In practice, that means:
- from outside, conversation becomes hard to make out;
- inside, you can speak at a normal volume, without raising your voice or disturbing colleagues.
This level of performance suits confidential meetings, HR interviews and sensitive conversations well.
Ideal business uses
A two-person acoustic pod fits naturally into many everyday uses:
- Confidential meetings: to discuss internal organisation, HR matters or sensitive files without being overheard.
- Video calls: for client calls or hybrid meetings, without background noise or disruption.
- HR interviews and recruitment: to welcome candidates and employees in a calm, professional space.
- Coaching and manager to employee one-to-ones: for structured conversations, away from distractions.
- Two-person collaborative work: to co-build a document, prepare a presentation or debrief a meeting.
In practice, a two-person pod is used all day long: interviews in the morning, video calls around midday, debriefs or coaching in the afternoon. It quickly becomes a central part of the acoustic layout of your office.
Essential technical features of the Island Duo
Dimensions and fitting into your office
The Island Duo was designed for real comfort for two, while staying compact:
- Floor footprint: around 2 m²
- Power: a standard 220V socket is enough
- Installation: assembly and commissioning in under an hour by a specialist team.
At just 2 m², the pod fits easily:
- in a wide corridor,
- at the back of an open plan office,
- near a coffee area or circulation zone,
- in a space that wasn't being used much.
Built-in equipment and connectivity
The Island Duo is designed as a ready-to-use meeting room:
- Two 3500K LED strips (with presence detector) for constant visual comfort;
- Quiet ventilation that keeps the air renewed even during longer use;
- Two 220V sockets for laptops and chargers;
- Two USB-A ports and two USB-C ports to charge mobile devices;
- a central oak-finish table, wide enough for two laptops and some documents;
- two comfort seats with dual-density foam (firmer for support, softer for comfort).
As options, you can add:
- an integrated screen,
- a Video Conference Pack to turn the pod into a turnkey video conferencing room.
Materials, manufacturing and durability
Work With Island designs its pods with an eco-friendly approach:
- a wood structure from sustainably managed forests;
- acoustic insulation made from recycled textiles (including denim), chosen for excellent sound absorption;
- panels and finishes designed to limit interior echo and keep speech clear.
Work With Island pods also come with a 5-year warranty and a 100-day trial on your first pod, with a full return if you're not satisfied.
Interior comfort and ergonomics
Beyond the soundproofing, whether a pod actually gets used comes down to comfort:
- Balanced interior acoustics: absorbent enough to remove echo, without feeling “muffled”;
- Continuous but quiet ventilation, so the pod stays pleasant even in long meetings;
- Soft, even lighting, to avoid eye strain in front of a screen;
- Ergonomic seating to help maintain good posture over time;
- Easy access, with a low threshold and a glazed door that lets in light and makes entry easy.
The result: people use the pod naturally, which directly shapes the return on investment.
Summary: Island Duo
To help place the Island Duo in your fit-out project, here's a summary of its main strengths:
From €135/month, depending on contract length**
One-to-one meetings, interviews, video calls, coaching, co-creation
Screen, Video Conference Pack, Dark or Light finish
* Indicative price excluding delivery, installation and options.
** Indicative rental amount for France, subject to change based on contract length, options and financing partner. At the end of the contract, you can buy the pod for a symbolic €1 per order, return it, or start a new contract.
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Buying guide: how to choose a two-person pod
Which criteria to prioritise
To choose a two-person acoustic pod that fits your situation, focus on a few key points:
- Acoustic performance
- Certification to the ISO 23351-1 standard;
- speech reduction of at least 25 dB to guarantee real privacy.
- Comfort & ergonomics
- continuous, quiet ventilation;
- comfortable seating, a well-sized table;
- automatic LED lighting.
Budget: investing in a two-person pod
The budget for a two-person acoustic pod depends on the model, the options you choose and how you finance it.
- Fitting into your office
- floor footprint (around 2 m² for the Island Duo);
- enough ceiling height (219 cm for the pod);
- a visible spot to encourage use.
For the Island Duo, budget around €7,990 excl. VAT for the pod, plus delivery, assembly and any options (Video Conference Pack, screen, customisation, and so on).
To preserve cash flow, many companies choose leasing:
- Equipment & connectivity
- 220V and USB sockets;
- video call options if you have a lot of remote meetings.
- monthly payments from €135/month excl. VAT for an Island Duo;
- a flexible contract length;
- at the end of the contract, the option to buy the pod for a symbolic €1 per order, return it, or start a new contract with new equipment.
This model lets you benefit right away from better acoustics and an extra meeting room, while spreading the cost over time.
- Budget & financing
- outright purchase or rental financing (leasing);
- the option of buying for a symbolic €1 at the end of the contract, as offered by Work With Island.
“Genuine extra rooms, the Work With Island phone boxes are soundproof bubbles that bring comfort and privacy right into the heart of our shared areas. They blend into our decor while adding a design-led touch. Everyone uses them for a call, a video meeting or a moment of focus.”
Julie Texier
Chief Operating Officer at Imagin'office
Installation, logistics and how it evolves over time
One of the big advantages of Work With Island pods is how simple they are to roll out:
- Ordering & support
- a conversation with our sales team to define the right model (Solo, Desk, Duo, and so on) and the number of units;
- the option to try one out at a showroom or through a remote presentation.
- Manufacturing & lead time
- Our acoustic pods are 100% made in France
- delivery is fast across Europe
- Delivery & assembly
- delivered as a kit;
- on-site installation by specialist technicians, in under an hour for an Island Duo.
- Room to grow
- can be dismantled and reassembled if you move;
- you can add new pods as your company grows.
This modularity lets your office evolve without heavy building work or tying up space for weeks at a time.
Manufacturing, environmental commitment and B Corp
Choosing a Work With Island pod also means backing a responsible approach:
- French / European manufacturing with local partners;
- Eco-friendly materials (wood from sustainably managed forests, recycled textile insulation, and so on);
- products designed to last and to be dismantled and reassembled with no loss of performance;
- B Corp certification, which recognises environmental impact as well as the company's social and governance commitments.
These elements make it easier to fit our pods into a structured CSR strategy and into labelling or non-financial reporting.
Current trends: hybrid working and acoustic pods
The rise of hybrid working has increased the need for spaces dedicated to video calls, without disrupting the open plan office.
- they make it easy to connect a remote colleague;
- they suit flex office setups where teams rotate through the space;
- they support a calmer environment, closer to the comfort of working from home.
Across the market, we're also seeing:
- modular, reconfigurable solutions (adding or removing modules);
- occupancy indicators and booking systems;
- pods combined with wall panels for a more complete approach to acoustics.
Two-person pods fit perfectly into this logic:
- Room to grow
- can be dismantled and reassembled if you move;
- you can add new pods as your company grows.
- Delivery & assembly
- delivered as a kit;
- on-site installation by specialist technicians, in under an hour for an Island Duo.
- Manufacturing & lead time
- Our acoustic pods are 100% made in France
- Delivery is guaranteed within 8 weeks across Europe
The Island Duo fits easily into this kind of strategy, as a building block for a flexible layout centred on acoustic comfort.
FAQ on two-person acoustic pods
How much floor space do I need for a two-person acoustic pod?
A two-person pod like the Island Duo needs around 2 m² of floor space, including room for the door to open. Just make sure you have a clear, easily accessible and visible spot to encourage people to use it.
Do acoustic pods need special installation work?
No. That's exactly one of the advantages of Work With Island pods: there's no structural work to plan for. The pod is delivered as a kit, assembled by specialist technicians in under an hour, and runs off a standard 220V socket.
How do I maintain an acoustic pod?
Maintenance is minimal: a simple vacuum does the job. The materials were chosen for how well they last and how easy they are to clean. If you have any questions or need help, our Work With Island team is here for you.
Can an acoustic pod be moved after installation?
Yes. The pods are designed to be dismantled and reassembled easily. If you reorganise or relocate, you can move them with the help of a trained team, with no heavy work or damage to the space.
What's the average lifespan of an acoustic pod?
Work With Island pods are built to last for years under heavy use, thanks to sturdy materials and a ventilation system designed to keep working over time. In practice, you can expect a lifespan of 10 to 15 years for a well-maintained pod. All our pods come with a 5-year warranty.
Can the exterior of the pod be customised?
Yes. Work With Island offers different finishes, including a Dark Edition and a Light Edition.
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