Kat Given

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Kat Given

Woman inside desk space of Personal Space Bar with bench component inverted for a lounging area, woman works with laptop inside while above at desk space on top of compartment two students stand talking to each other with a laptop out
Woman with bench component outside compartment, seated with laptop on bench next to her. Square compartment component behind her.
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Personal Space Bar

Human-to-Tools/Face-to-Face

The Personal Space Bar allows the user to sit in a variety of comfortable positions and choose between open and private environments. The object consists of two components which creates two spaces: a desk just above bar height for an open environment for face-to-face meetings, and a cushioned interior space which allows a user to relax and retreat to a more private and isolated environment. The cushion is mobile, allowing for meetings with others outside of the desk space. It also functions a it also functions as a seat which fits into the interior space and allows the user to situp or recline comfortably while underneath the desk space. By giving a user a variety of ways to work within their space, the Personal Space Bar provides them with a few of the comforts of home, and allows them to change positions throughout the day so they do not become stiff and stagnant.