In 2026, half of all meetings take place online. Open-space standards no longer cope with noise, and meeting rooms are always in short supply. Zoom-Rooms (or video booths) have become a mandatory element of the modern lobby. These are compact acoustic 'islands' near the reception where guests or employees can conduct confidential calls with perfect sound and light. We examine how to integrate Zoom-Rooms into entry group interiors, acoustic requirements, and why silence is the new luxury in office design.
Acoustic Vacuum: Designing Silence
The primary task of a Zoom-Room is total isolation from lobby noise. We design booths using multi-layer argon-filled glass and recycled felt panels. In 2026, active noise cancellation (ANC) integrated into booth walls became the standard. This allows those inside to hear interlocutors as if they were sitting next to them, even during loud lobby events. Externally, the booth can be finished in the reception's style — metal, wood, or bio-resin.
Light for the Frame: A Studio Inside the Lobby
Flawless Image
In a Zoom-Room, light is more important than furniture. We install circular LED Ring Lights that eliminate facial shadows and keep eyes looking vibrant. The internal backdrop is designed as a 'physical chroma key' — a neutral yet textured surface that looks great through a webcam lens. In 2026, booths with Smart Glass that fogs upon entry are popular, ensuring video broadcast privacy.