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Napmosphere - Office Productivity Suite?


George Costanza would not be able to fit this translucent cocoon-like shelter under his desk, but it is meant for power napping and it can be stowed in a sports bag. This is one of four prototypes developed by architecture students from the University of Stuttgart in support of research showing that short daytime naps improve concentration.
The individual who is apt to having midday-lows during the work day can dive into a relaxing atmosphere. After a 20 minutes regeneration period the individual arises motivated and fully re-energized. The multi-layered translucent and breathable capsule in combination with a 3-dimensional laying surface allows for the boundaries of the room to disappear.
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10:29 AM on Wed Feb 1 2006
By Noah R
558 views, 2 comments

Latest by markgm: If I fell asleep at work it would be for a little longer than 20 minutes...try a few hours! more »

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Art of the Nap

I always thought I had the nap down to a science, but this is ridiculous. Here, in all its glory, is the Napshell, a line of what the company (also called Napshell) is calling "slumber cocoons," built for the perfect napping environment. From eerie, modern-looking pods to inflatable beds that look like an extra-comfortable sunbed, some even come with Dolby Surround sound systems to help you relax. And strangely enough, they are designed for both inside and outside use, in case you want to take one camping with you and prove to all the world that you are a big, fat wuss. More »

2:50 PM on Thu Jan 19 2006
By tgrumet
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Latest by sallysings: The perfect nap shell would be a coffin. Padded velvet would reduce noise (outside or inside), the lid would provide adequate darkness. I really can't see how being open on both sides is relaxing. The napshell does look kinda spiffy though. more »