When a startup called Alcove wanted to provide a privacy solution for laptop users, they turned to industrial design consultancy Y Studios. The result is this Alcove Workstation:

Alcove Workstation® is the portable case for the modern workforce, instantly transforming your personal space into an enclosed workstation for maximum privacy and optimal productivity.

In today's on the go culture, Alcove Workstation® redefines the mobile workspace so you can stay focused and do your best work in any environment, on your own terms.

Unassuming from the outside, Alcove opens up to reveal a sleek, secluded personal desk––complete with padded interior, foldable side panels, and a built-in kickstand for your laptop, tablet, or phone.

It is easy to use – simply sit down and open Alcove for a private work-on-the-go experience. When you're ready to go, Alcove folds into a slim protective case with a secure magnetic clasp.

Design Considerations

With one easy motion, we designed the bi-folding side panels to create an ultra-discreet enclosure that empowers you to stay on task while shielding you from unnecessary distractions. The design of the folding panels also allows for necessary charging cable access.

The integrated laptop kickstand also allows for an ergonomically comfortable angle for optimal productivity, while ensuring adequate airflow with its cleverly designed ventilation outlets to keep your computer from running too hot.

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