Benching

Benching systems are often the most space efficient design for workstations and can offer integrated height adjustability. They can be as small as 36” wide for call stations or up to 72” for traders’ desks. For the proper applications, benching can be ideal. Recent studies have documented very real concerns about overusing these designs, though, as for most people they reduce the ability to concentrate and ironically lead to more isolation as people tune out their surroundings.

As we return from the COVID-19 epidemic, we all need to stay cognizant of providing both center and side barriers.