Creating Calm and Comfort with Quiet Areas

To ease the hustle and bustle of travelling, areas of quiet and calm can provide travelers with moments of refuge and relaxation, where they can take a minute to breathe and recharge.

“Providing spaces for recovery and respite not only makes environments more comfortable but also increases access and inclusion for those who need safe, supportive and mind-friendly spaces to be able to participate,” says Brad McCannell, Vice President, Access & Inclusion, Rick Hansen Foundation.

Arconas has a wide range of soft seating options that can be used to create these pockets of calm throughout the terminal.

The PARCS Wing Series, Toguna and DOCKLANDS by our product partner, Bene, can help create separation and areas of personal space within a more open terminal environment, which can facilitate relaxation and help soothe the minds and bodies of weary travelers. The higher walls provide acoustic and visual separation from the outside environment without completely isolating the passenger. These semi-private areas are a great alternative to private rooms or closed off pods as they help reduce safety, security, and maintenance risks while also being cost-effective. These “pods” can be dimensioned to allow for full wheelchair and stroller access. Utilizing non-permeable materials such as contract grade vinyl make the units easy to clean and maintain while having only a small reduction in their acoustic properties.

The PARCS Causeway is a soft bench with a small wall that can provide the feeling of separation from the larger area. Informal seating like benches can create a feeling of relaxation and added comfort.

The Nevada Chair also provides comfortable individual seating that would fit in any sensory area or quiet contemplation areas, bringing warmth and relaxation to any space. With its clean lines, generous size and soft armrests, this chair is perfectly suited for nursing and children’s areas but also business travelers looking for a more personal space.