"Over the years, DILBERT fans have e-mailed me on all sorts of topics. And after a while, I began to realize that a common theme among the majority of them was the fact that most people are highly frustrated with their cubicles. So I started to think, 'What would DILBERT want in a cubicle? And how could that in turn translate into a solution for every employee?' And I think the result is that we've figured out a possible way to do that."
-Scott Adams
Scott Adams has partnered with IDEO, the company that designed the Palm V, the first Apple computer mouse, the original laptop computer and Crest's Neat Squeeze stand-up toothpaste tube, to create the ultimate cubicle. The "kit of parts" allows employees to customize their workspaces according to their needs.
Along with practical solutions for common work necessities like storage, counter space, etc. the design includes a hammock, an aquarium, a floor cooler, rotating floor modules, a Wall Flower fold-down chair, a coat hanger and locker, and a motorized shoe polisher.
Other features include:
Boss Monitor
An icon that, when pressed, lets you see the boss's office door in order to keep tabs on his activities, moods, etc.
Pink Gerber Daisy
"Wilts" when cubicle is empty and springs up when
a person enters the space.
Trash can
Vibrates (as if tickled), and speaks and/or giggles when trash is placed in bin.
Self-timing Guest Seat
A micro-switch that, when triggered by the seat being unfolded, will set off a timing circuit, which will then dial the extension of the phone in the workspace. This provides the inhabitant with an excuse to get rid of the guest.
Sun Lights
Over the course of a day, the lights in the top modules glow or fade to simulate the movement of the sun.
Drink Temperature Control
A plate on the desk that acts as a cooling or heating unit.
Screen / computer monitor
A split screen. Right side is a view chosen by employee.
Left side is computer monitor. Left side's screen saver is the same view as on the right.
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