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Hospitality in headquarters: from executive lounge to sky terrace
Bringing hospitality into headquarters through executive lounges, private spaces and high-rise terraces, with Brunner, AXIOM and TUUCI.
2026-10-30
Brunner ray lounge: at ease, with presence
Explore the poised comfort of Brunner ray lounge, with its jehs+laub design, materials, options and specifications for all nine chair and ottoman configurations.
2026-10-29
How many phone booths does an office of this size need?
There is no industry standard for the count. Published ratios run from one booth per 10 people to one per 25, where 1:10 comes from booth manufacturers and 1:25 from public agency design standards. Size against the headcount present on a peak day rather than total headcount, because over 40% of staff never use one regularly. And the only study with real data shows placement matters more than the number.
1 cabin cho 10 đến 25 người, tuỳ nguồn 2026-10-28
How many dB of sound reduction does a phonebooth need in an open office?
The number to ask for is speech level reduction Ds,A, measured to ISO 23351-1. Not NRC, and not Rw. Class A starts at 30 dB, class B runs from 25 to 30 dB. For everyday calls in an open office, class B is enough. For HR, legal or finance conversations, specify class A. A dB figure without a named standard and a test report number cannot be compared with any other brand figure.
30 dB là ngưỡng lớp A của Ds,A theo ISO 23351-1 2026-10-28
How much wind can your parasol actually take?
The real wind limit of a parasol, taken from the official TUUCI warranty: 25 MPH is 40 km/h. A table by product line, the effect of anchoring, and what the warranty does not cover.
25 MPH = 40 km/h 2026-10-20
Choosing surface materials for hospitality spaces
A surface that looks right on the moodboard may not survive a hotel lobby running 24/7. Start from performance, not from the picture.
2026-07-10
How does a west-facing pool deck need different shade from an east-facing one?
A west-facing pool deck needs a very different answer from an east-facing one. Read the sun and the wind first.
2026-07-04
Grand Opening & Material Evenings at 37 Dong Khoi
A space where architects, designers and developers come to see, touch and talk through material solutions.
2026-06-20