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For years, open working environments have been synonymous with exchange, transparency and collaboration. They promote interaction, accelerate communication and strengthen corporate culture. At the same time, however, it is becoming increasingly clear that openness alone is not enough. Concentrated work – the basis for quality, clarity and productivity – requires protection, quiet and control over the immediate environment.

In open-plan work environments, it is not only what is placed in a space that matters, but how it is perceived from different perspectives. Furniture becomes a spatial element: it structures areas, guides movement, shapes sightlines and subtly influences behaviour. This is exactly where the dual design of se:cove comes into play. 
The lounge chair has two clearly defined “faces”: an open, inviting front and a strong, structured back. This contrast is not incidental, but a deliberate design decision – and a valuable tool for spatial planning.

Open spaces need character - but not noise. In today’s modern work environments, work cafés, and hybrid zones, the goal is no longer simply to fill square metres, but to create atmosphere. With se:cove, Sedus enters a new era of soft seating: a lounge chair that makes a sculptural statement while offering exactly what open-plan spaces demand today - calm, retreat, and presence. 

Touch displays are now an integral part of our everyday lives – we swipe, tap and navigate intuitively through digital interfaces. It was precisely this user behaviour that prompted the development of the new touch display for se:cube and se:cube max. In this interview, Sedus product manager Nike Alberts provides insights into the development process, the idea behind them and the added value for modern working environments.

Sometimes it’s not the big gestures that make a space special, but the feeling that stays with you: welcoming, calm, open. That is exactly what the Sedus Hub Hamburg is. A place where you don’t just see furniture, but experience what modern workplaces feel like - authentic, connecting, and closely aligned with everyday working life.

Yes, the Hub is a showroom. But more importantly, it is an anchor point in the north: a place to come together, exchange ideas, learn and plan. You sense this immediately - because hospitality here isn’t an extra, it’s part of the concept.

As the modern workplace continues to evolve, spaces that are more than merely functional are growing in importance - spaces that inspire, connect and invite people to linger. Work cafés fulfil exactly this role: fostering interaction, offering retreats and encouraging creativity. Yet not every work café is identical. Depending on use and ambience, different spatial typologies - or archetypes - offer guidance for design.

In partnership with the agency Zukunftstil, Sedus has identified four such archetypes: Hub, Club, Library and Garden. Each embodies a distinct atmosphere and addresses specific needs. When combined with suitable furniture, colour palettes and flexible modules, a work café emerges that is not simply visually appealing, but feels like a second home.

Design that matters. Values that endure. In 2025, Sedus reaffirms its position as a forward-thinking leader in workspace solutions – with six new products that have received international acclaim for combining sustainability, functionality and exceptional design. Recognised by both the iF Design Award and the Red Dot Award, these solutions reflect a holistic design philosophy built on responsibility and relevance.

The new touch display for the se:cube and se:cube max room-in-room solutions is an extension that makes operating the lighting and ventilation much easier and more intuitive. The colour temperature lighting, adapted to the daylight curve, also contributes to greater well-being and productivity in the office.

The office is more than just a workplace - it is a space for creativity, productivity and well-being. With its new colours and materials, Sedus brings a breath of fresh air and functionality to modern working environments. With the latest updates, office furnishings can be designed to be both inspiring and conducive to productivity.

The quarterback 2 marks the start of a new era for a proven classic. As a further development of the quarterback, it offers even more flexibility and adaptability - for a perfect balance of ergonomics, design and functionality. Thanks to a well thought-out modular system, the chair can be ideally customised for different areas of use and individual requirements.

In the modern working world, quality, design and functionality are decisive factors for the design of management offices. se:vision desk combines all these aspects and offers a high-quality workstation with optional storage space, se:vision storage. The combination of the prestigious desk and the elegant storage element creates a harmonious unit that supports both classic and modern management concepts.

When people gather around a table, new ideas, inspiring conversations and creative solutions emerge. Communication flows - whether in meetings, brainstorming sessions or during lunch breaks. The se:assist table family was developed precisely for these moments. Now it is even more versatile and flexible than ever.

Offices and other working environments are increasingly becoming places of exchange, encounters and togetherness. It's where people, ideas and projects come together. The design of these spaces has a decisive influence on the way we interact. With the se:café bench, Sedus is launching a seating solution that combines the desire for a cosy atmosphere, flexible working and comfort.

In modern office environments, it is often a challenge to reconcile concentrated work with open working landscapes. se:hive was developed to resolve precisely this issue - the retreat option offers visual and acoustic screening without restricting the openness and flexibility of the space.

In a working world that is increasingly characterised by flexibility and collaboration, meeting places play an important role. The se:café bar is far more than just a "coffee station" - it becomes the centrepiece of the modern office, where good coffee, hospitality, and spontaneous exchange come together.

The corporate podcast, work now next by Sedus, regularly offers fascinating insights into the world of design. In the latest episode, designer Volker Eysing – the creative mind behind the new conference chair se:mission – discusses his inspiration, working methods, and future trends.

Working, meeting, exchanging - se:lab island is the ideal place to promote agile working methods in an inspiring environment. This versatile meeting island from Sedus combines a cosy design with functional flexibility and brings an outdoor feeling directly into the office. As a central meeting point, se:lab island becomes the centrepiece of every work café and supports modern working methods.

Today, the office as a working environment faces a decisive challenge: it has to keep up with the appeal and atmosphere of "third places" such as restaurants, cafés, libraries, gardens and squares. The solution for companies is to create spaces that are not only functional, but also invite people to linger and feel at ease. The se:café team table is such a place - a meeting point that brings the feeling of home into the office and at the same time optimally combines socialising and working.

Versatile and streamline? Comfortable and chic? Premium, for everyone? With se:mission, all of this is possible. With its high degree of customisability, the new conference swivel chair can cover a particularly wide range of tastes in the Sedus portfolio, while always offering a high level of comfort.

The Sedus Smart Café stands for a new type of working environment that combines functionality, atmosphere and hospitality. The new solid wood chair, se:café wooden chair & lounge chair, brings a grounding, inviting component to this concept with its natural aesthetics and warm materiality. With its clear design language and the use of wood, it creates a connection to nature that can be felt, seen and experienced emotionally.