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flexCELL, a flexible work cell system, provides an adaptable, efficient way to work that responds to the challenge of Metropolis Magazine's "Workplace of the Future Design Competition". flexCELL is a sustainable and inclusive work environment that caters to workers in the year 2020 who would like to work when they want, where they want, and how they want. FlexCELL by: Jennifer Fell and Kibwe Daisy
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flexCELLA NEW WAYTO WORK
flexCELLFLEXIBLE WORK ENVIRONMENTS FOR 2020IN RESPONSE TO METROPOLS MAGAZINE’S WORKPLACE OF THE FUTURE DESIGN COMPETITION 2013
the PROBLEM: Create a sustainable and inclusive work environment that caters to the workers of the future who would like the flexibility to work when they want, where they want, and how they want.
our SOLUTION: The flexCELL, or flexible work cell system provides an adaptable and efficient way to work that responds to the worker of the future. It is a self-supporting independent workspace that synthesizes emerging alternative energy and building technology.
ONETWO THREEFOUR
JOIN OUR NETWORKLOCATE YOUR CELLSELECT TYPE OF CELL(S)ACCESS CELL
IN A FEW STEPS...
DISPLAY SCREEN
LIGHT BEAMS
PHOTOVOLTAIC MEMBRANE
ACCESS FLOOR
Current Technology High-performance Electrochromic display glass with surface quality to support vibrant color and clarity needed in organic light-emitting diode (OLED) and next generation liquid crystal displays (LCD)
Future TechnologyThin, light weight touch-sensitive, and damage-resistant glass materials enable complex electronic circuits and nano functionality
Manufacturer: Corning Lotus™ Glass – Current Technology
A continuation of the light source provided by the light column on the exterior. The light beams provide ambient light on the interior of the cells
PLUG AND PLAY
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WORK SURFACE
TASK CHAIR
Folds away when not in use. flexCELL offers variousmaterials for the work surface.
A Modern designer chair is provided in the StandardflexCell
PLUG AND PLAY
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natural oak shown withwalnut shelves
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FINISHES
High Pressure Laminatein our signature cell patterns
Globus Cork Flooringin a variety of colors and textures
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Long Work Surface 60” x 24” counter folds downwhen not in use and has a recessed designed to tuck away your chair
Low Profile Office Chair Featuring designs by select modern designers
StorageStore and lock your valuables and documents in this shelving unit
C Table Work Surface26” x 16” table on casters offers flexibility for alternate comfortable work positions
Work BenchLoungey 18” x 60” bench with weighted back cushion designed to be arranged in a variety of ways
StorageCabinets can be added for additional storage
FC01 THE STANDARD FC02 THE UNCONVENTIONAL
DC smart grid system by Armstrong adapted for access floor. Floor panels are available in a variety of colors and finishes including cellular pattern shown
FLOOR SYSTEM
HOW IT WORKS
Frosted glass clad channel behind storage unit funneled light powered by the photovoltaic cell fabric
Location of the storage module depends on cell configuration required
Sliding glass door defines entry to cell. Door remains locked when not in use.
Access permited only to users with reservation
LIGHT COLUMN / STORAGE MODULE
ENTRY DOOR
Each FlexCELL functions as an inclusive work environment that is self-supporting. While the user works, flexCELL is busy working to create a sustainable solution to our energy needs. This diagram explains the emerging building technology that helps to make this happen.
Constructed using molded FRP or glass-fiber reinforced balsa wood coated with photovoltaic film or PV film. This method was developed by Michele Puzzolante.
Incorporates aluminum framing with a Power Distribution Platform that channels DC power in micro grids for walls, floor, ceilings Precedent: Armstrong DC FlexZone System
PHOTOVOLTAIC MEMBRANE
ROOF & FRAMING STRUCTURE
The PV film, composed of third-generation dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSC) is a technology created by Michael Gratzel that generates electricity in a process mimicing photosynthesis. DSSCs provide direct / indirect light with 20% more electricity than silicon by collecting more visible light, the indoor dominant light source. Manufacturer: Solar PrintImplications DSS molecular nanoparticles are cheaper, lighter, and more environmentally sound.
HOW IT WORKS
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Laminated Glass with two layers of safety glass
Low E- Coating (as required) creates effective barrier in cold climates which lowers the U-value by reducing radiant heat flowing through the glass
Heated Glass Low E- Coating possesses passes electric charge through the glass which generates heat
GLASS PANELS
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DIAGRAMMATIC SECTION
WEST ELEVATION EAST ELEVATION
Operable windowsallow air in and outof the cell
LaminatedGlass with double layer ofsafety glassprovidesinsulation forcolder climates
Access floorheated for colder climates
Cooling engineconcealed inStorage Module
PICK YOUR CELL TYPE
1 CELL 2 CELLS
Plans provided in cell phone app when selecting work cell.
2 CELLS 3 + CELLS
MULTIPLE CONFIGURATIONS TO CHOOSE FROM
Plans provided in cell phone app when selecting work cell.
PARK AND WORK
ONE SPACE, INFINITE POSSIBILITIES
FlexCELLs provide the convenience of working anywhere, even a parking lot. And with the ability to harness energy, FlexCELLs in these environments become solar farms. The environments for these modular workplaces are endless.
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ROOF DECK
SOLAR FARMSTOREFRONT
PUBLIC SQUARE
HOME
ONE SPACE, INFINITE POSSIBILITIES
IMAGINE FLEXCELLSIN THESE ENVIRONMENTS
location:
project size:
client:
Boardwalk Coney Island, NYBrooklyn Boardwalk
5 cells, 200 sf
City of New York Parks & Recreation
ON THE BOARDWALK
ONE SPACE, INFINITE POSSIBILITIES
FlexCELLs are ganged to provide a collobarative environment when needed.The small footprint of work cells enables them to be placedvirtually anywhere people gather.
Linear Configuration
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FlexCELL enables you to do a bit a work while not interrupting your vacation or leisure time.
Work on the beach
THE SKY IS THE LIMIT
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location:
project size:
client:
Highline ProjectNew YorkBrooklyn Boardwalk
4 cells, 200 sf1 bath cell (available as needed)
City of New York Parks & Recreation
THE SKY IS THE LIMIT
ONE SPACE, INFINITE POSSIBILITIES
Door Maneuvering Clearance
Clear space at watercloset
Clear space at lavatory
FLOOR PLAN
FlexCELL provides an accessible bathroom cell when needed which will be installed by our expert installers. The bath cell also incorporates opaque glass for privacy.
The BATH Cell
Who are we? What’s our focus? Flexcell business environments integrate the space, products and/or services your enterprise requires. We focus on supporting you, so you can focus on whatever you do whenever and wherever you need.
Who are 2020s Workers?
The modern work force is multi-generational. Boomers, Gen X, and Millennials work side-by-side, as Gen Z stands on the cusp of adult work life. The gender pay gap closed since women dominate the modern force. But workers aren’t just human. Artificial Intelligence supports and even surpassed human efforts. “Data will be our colleagues and our employees.” (Gallegos)
How do we work?
Faster. Remotely. Globally. In yoga pants.21st C. technology investment amplified business overhead savings. The high-speed techno-evolution eliminated time, distance, and language barriers. Techo-baby Millennials want workplace/ time choice. We meet globally in real time. But live human interaction is still necessary. The coffee house isn’t always conducive to phone calls. Critical meetings can’t be Facetimed. Artificial Intelligence workers ignore noise and distractions, but humans don’t. When human work requires quiet, designated work space is key. Workers need instant "plug and play" offices whenever and wherever they are. Human Needs and the Bottom Line
Human workers need space and services. HR Management, facility energy /maintenance = overhead. Weighty overhead kills small business, slows global enterprise. Our objective is to slash overhead AND design healthy, sustainable workplaces. Healthy environments = happy workers= productivity. flexCELL helps you do this by offering when you want, how you want, where ever you want.
flexCELL’s Future Vision
The flexCELL vision is simple. We are the invisible stage for workers of the future. flexCELL currently offers workspace and facility maintenance. flexCELL envisions future growth of our background system. Future flexCELL company growth includes platforms for an a-la-carte buy in HR service/benefit for workers and data storage through the flexCLOUD. At flexCELL, we continue to design solutions that fit your needs.
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