An office compact enough to fit in a backyard is being hailed as Metro VancouverBԪַs BԪַultimate work from home solution.BԪַ
Dreamt up by New Westminster film and TV production designer, Rick Whitfield, the BԪַBox OfficeBԪַ is a prefabricated unit and a portable, private workspace.
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced many British Columbians to leave their office spaces to work remotely in their homes.
Whitfield, who has worked on Netflix, Marvel, and Disney productions, used his time off BԪַ due to recent shutdowns in the film industry BԪַ to bring the unique idea to life.
BԪַI was able to revisit an idea that had been percolating for years: a professionally designed workspace on your property, away from the distractions of home,BԪַ he said.
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Included in the eco-friendly unit is customizable cabinetry, lighting, ceiling panels, ventilation, electrical outlets and even a desk chair to sit on.
WhitfieldBԪַs wife, Angie, was the first to test out the product.
BԪַI find myself to be so much more productive in a dedicated workspace. It provides an escapeBԪַ with lots of windows providing natural light and well-placed cabinets. ItBԪַs so comfortable,BԪַ she told Black Press Media.
Whitfield says it takes 20 minutes to set the up. Each unit costs about $30,000.
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