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Boobook Screening System – A Sound Approach to Agile Workspaces

The Boobook Screening System is a modular, reconfigurable solution designed to transform open-plan office spaces into focused, collaborative zones. Developed in response to the post-pandemic workplace shift, Boobook empowers organisations to create dynamic environments where teams can connect in person without disturbing others.

This highly adaptable system features a series of screen panels and solid pine posts that can be arranged in over 30 pre-defined configurations, making it easy to customise work zones, meeting pods, or retreat spaces within open offices. Compact yet impactful, Boobook is ideal for organisations transitioning their offices into collaboration hubs.

Named after the Australian Boobook owl, known for its silent flight, this product takes inspiration from nature’s clever acoustic design. Like its namesake, Boobook’s panels absorb and dampen noise, enabling quiet focus or spirited discussion without distraction.

Launched in 2021, Boobook was developed by Koskela in response to the evolving role of the office—as a place to gather, exchange ideas, and build culture. The design uses materials diverted from landfill, reducing environmental impact while supporting sustainable manufacturing.

Fun fact: a group of owls is called a parliament—Boobook makes room for yours.

Key features: 

  • Australian Made – Designed and manufactured locally to support Australian industry and ensure high-quality craftsmanship

  • Fast lead time - 8 weeks

  • Woolpack lining: a biodegradable byproduct of the sheep’s wool industry, used to line the thick quilted doona panels for sound absorption

  • Replas core: a vibrantly coloured recycled plastic sheet made from post-consumer bottles and caps; acts as a sound reflector

  • 30 pre-defined configurations, making it easy to customise work zones

  • Durable Steel Base – Sturdy powder-coated frame with re-coatable legs for a refreshed look over time

  • Removable Covers –  that can be spot cleaned, dry cleaned, or replaced to extend product life

  • Built for Repair – Components can be repaired or swapped out, reducing environmental impact and long-term costs

  • Optional tech package - including TV, soundbar, GPU, and power kicker
  • Measured Insertion Loss of 5.1 dBA, indicating clearly noticeable sound reduction

  • Designed for modern spaces– Ideal for collaborative zones, breakout areas, and reception spaces in modern offices and universities

  • Carbon offset materials and freight
  • 7-Year Warranty – Includes access to Koskela’s aftercare maintenance program

The Boobook Screening System is not just a product—it’s a new way to think about collaboration in modern workplaces. With sustainable materials, flexible configurations, and intuitive functionality, Boobook helps your teams connect, create, and concentrate.

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Boobook - Work
Lead Time

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Product Features

Woolly Walls

Koskela started the design of Boobook with a material: woolpack. It's a biproduct of the sheep’s wool industry; microscopic fibres that escape processing are compounded to produce a biodegradable lining, commonly used for packaging.

We figured this sustainable material could be used for furniture applications, too. Koskela’s industrial designers developed a doona, lined with woolpack, that is the soft and sound-absorbing part of the Boobook screen. Thick padded walls are a cosy backdrop for team members to get in the zone.

Easy to remove, the doona can be regularly dry-cleaned and after several years replaced, to keep the product looking like new.

Giving Bottle Tops A New Meaning

Cosied underneath the doona is a vibrantly coloured sheet made from a mix of plastic bottles and caps, collected through kerbside recycling.

This material is called Replas, and it acts as a sound reflector. So not only does Boobook block out visual distractions, but it also stops noise escaping so team’s can get animated without interrupting the office.

Purpose-designed for collaboration, Koskela is proud to offer this workplace solution made using materials that don't cost the earth.

Quiet

The Boobook screen has a 5.1 Measured Insertion Loss (dBA), which means there is a clearly noticeable reduction in noise transmission.

The noise reduction is achieved by a dual barrier, that reflects and absorbs sound waves. To reflect sound, we needed an expansive and hard surface. Rather than using a manufactured building material like particleboard, we utilised a 100 percent recycled plastic material called Replas. To absorb sound, we needed a soft and textured solution. Koskela’s industrial designers developed a doona lined with woolpack, a material that utilises microscopic wool fibres otherwise wasted by the sheep’s wool industry.

As well as reducing noise, the Boobook screen blocks out visual stimuli. The doona is available in a range of fabrics that provide a soft and tactile backdrop to soothe the senses.

Smart

Essential to the success of the post-pandemic hybrid workplace is bridging the digital divide. While physical spaces can be reconfigured for collaboration, there remains a need to engage with people who are working remotely. When cleverly integrated, technology can seamlessly connect the physical and digital.

Boobook can be specified with power, data and AV that enables people to plug-in and play. Concealed cabling is wired to the source. Outlets can offer a range of connections. Koskela is also working with a specialist AV partner to offer a package catered to small meeting spaces with a UHD screen and camera, plus a full range speaker. As part of Koskela’s aftercare program, hardware can be updated when technology advances.

Wired up and optimised for virtual meetings, Boobook is a smart screening system that enormously enhances the experience of collaborating with people near and far. For any companies grappling with a disjointed hybrid workplace, this solution can bridge the gap.

Product information

Materials

  • Base is steel, powder coated in your choice of the standard colours
  • Dowels are finger-jointed pine, whitewashed
  • Substrate is Replas (recycled plastic)
  • Doona is Woolpack (recycled wool) and your choice of fabric

Customisations

  • Commercial grade fabric
  • Power and USB integration
  • AV package add on

Contact sales@koskela.com.au to talk about customising this piece.

  • Workplace
  • Open plan spaces                             
  • Collaborative spaces                           
  • Spaces with small footprint 
  • Designed for disassembly - Replace or upgrade components instead of replacing the entire unit.
  • Repair & Renew Program - Ability to repair, reupholster and renew all our products
  • Warranty - 7 year warranty on all our products
  • Rehome Program - Trade in products you don't need to gain Koskela credit for products you do
  • Koskela + Subscription - Using Koskela + subscription, you can get high quality, egonomic furniture delivered, installed and maintained for a tax deductible low monthly fee.
  • Australian designed and manufactured
  • GECA certified

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In the eastern states and territories of Australia (NSW, ACT, VIC & QLD) the lead time in 8-10 weeks. For all other states and territories, the lead time is 10-12 weeks. This lead time is for standard products only. 

Koskela has a faster lead time than average because our products are made in Australia. If you need products in a hurry, just give us a call and we can see what can be done. Or check out the ready-to-ship range, which is available now.  

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  • Size
  • Table top finish
  • Power and USB integration
  • Planter box

Koskela furniture can be delivered anywhere in the world and shipping will be calculated when you place an order.  

Koskela has an in-house Project & Product team who will manage your delivery; providing Estimated time of Departure (ETD) updates and working with an organisation’s facilities manager or equivalent to ensure the process is as smooth as possible. 

For delivery and installation, Koskela uses reusable packaging, which we remove from site to keep using. 

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Made in Australia

All Koskela products are proudly made in Australia. By supporting us you also support our manufacturing partners who employ highly skilled workers that can execute custom and bespoke furniture designs.

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AfterCare™

Koskela products can be serviced to keep them looking like new and extend their life. Components are repairable or replaceable, so you can swap out a part rather than having to repurchase the whole. In most cases, this maintenance can happen onsite, reducing disruption and delays.

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Continuously improving

Koskela has ISO 9001: 2015 Quality Assurance and ISO 14001: 2015 Environmental Management certification. This certification provides independent verification to our stakeholders and customers that Koskela is committed to quality and improving environmental performance.

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Carbon Reduction

Koskela invests in the latest technology and innovative practices to reduce this product’s carbon footprint. Our organisation is committed to absolute zero, with no carbon offsets, by 2030. To keep us accountable we annually measure our carbon emissions and set goals for reduction.

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Better for you

This product has features that are beneficial to your wellbeing. Whether it integrates plants, reduces noise pollution, or showcases natural materials, it possesses subtle qualities that help to lower adrenaline and boost serotonin.

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Recycled Content

This product incorporates recycled materials. Diverting materials from landfill reduces the demand for raw materials and utilising waste as a resource contributes towards the circular economy.

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