Modern Window Seat Idea – Add a suspended wood surround to standard windows to create an activated space

September 6, 2016
Modern Window Seat Idea - Add a suspended wood surround to standard windows to create an activated space. #ModernWindowSeat #WoodLinedWindowSeat #WorkplaceDesign #OfficeDesign

We don’t often see window seats added to a window as an addition, but that’s exactly what Muxin Design did when they designed this office in Shanghai, China.

They designed a wood window surround to use the space against the wall for seating. They also incorporated storage in the design at the same time.

Modern Window Seat Idea - Add a suspended wood surround to standard windows to create an activated space.#ModernWindowSeat #WoodLinedWindowSeat #WorkplaceDesign #OfficeDesign

The design of the window seat is such that the wood ‘boxes’ appear to float in front of the windows, providing a space for sitting and relaxing. There’s also enough space to easily walk past without having to squeeze through the opening to the room.

Modern Window Seat Idea - Add a suspended wood surround to standard windows to create an activated space. #ModernWindowSeat #WoodLinedWindowSeat #WorkplaceDesign #OfficeDesign

The window seats are strong and wide enough to enable two people to sit and take a break while looking outside.

Modern Window Seat Idea - Add a suspended wood surround to standard windows to create an activated space. #ModernWindowSeat #WoodLinedWindowSeat #WorkplaceDesign #OfficeDesign

Here, you can see how the window seats and storage ‘float’ above the ground.

Modern Window Seat Idea - Add a suspended wood surround to standard windows to create an activated space. #ModernWindowSeat #WoodLinedWindowSeat #WorkplaceDesign #OfficeDesign
Photography by Zhang Daqi