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From Brief
to Installed.

Every pod follows the same four stages — all in-house, all in Melbourne. Here's exactly what happens between your first email and the day your pod goes in.

01 Step One

The Design
Brief.

Every pod starts with a conversation. For Classic Series orders this is usually a single call or a visit to our showroom. We ask about your floor plan, where the pod will sit, what it's being used for — calls, meetings, focus work — and whether you have any acoustic, electrical, or finish requirements beyond the standard spec.

For custom builds, we'll send you a brief template to fill out before we meet. This covers dimensions, capacity, cladding preferences, internal configuration, and any compliance requirements specific to your building or tenancy agreement.

What you provide

  • Approximate floor space available for the pod
  • Ceiling height and access dimensions (doorways, lifts)
  • Power point location or electrician contact
  • Preferred exterior colour and any branding requirements
POD 1200mm N Week 1
02 Step Two

Steel Frame
& Acoustic Build.

The pod frame is fabricated from mild steel RHS sections at our inner-west workshop. All cutting, welding, and grinding is done in-house — we don't use an external fabricator. Once the frame passes our dimensional check it moves to acoustic fit-out.

Acoustic insulation panels (rockwool slab, min. 75mm) are friction-fitted into the stud cavities, followed by a mass-loaded vinyl layer and internal plasterboard lining. The assembly is tested at this stage — we use a Class 1 sound level meter before any exterior cladding goes on.

Standard acoustic build

  • 75mm rockwool acoustic slab in all wall, roof, and floor cavities
  • Mass-loaded vinyl (2kg/m²) sandwiched between wall layers
  • Resilient channel decoupling on internal lining
  • Acoustic door seals and perimeter brush strip on sliding door
  • Pre-installation STC test — minimum Rw 38dB to pass
ACOUSTIC LAYER STEEL FRAME Weeks 2–4
03 Step Three

Fit-Out
& Finish.

Once the acoustic build passes its pre-lining test, the pod moves to fit-out. External cladding in your chosen colour goes on first — ribbed powder-coated panels are applied panel by panel and checked for alignment. The sliding glass door is hung, glazed, and adjusted before the frosted E-icon film is applied.

Inside, 18mm OSB boards are fixed and finished with two coats of clear hardwax oil. The LED ceiling bar is wired to the switchboard stub, GPOs are installed and circuit-tested. Amber hardware — door handles, towel hooks, and power cover plates — is fitted last.

The pod is cleaned, photographed, and signed off by our workshop manager before it moves to dispatch. We don't rush this stage. A pod with a misaligned door or a patch of cladding that hasn't been checked doesn't leave our floor.

Standard fit-out inclusions

  • Exterior ribbed cladding — powder-coated to chosen colour
  • Frosted sliding glass door with E-icon film manifestation
  • 18mm OSB interior with hardwax oil finish
  • LED ceiling light bar with switch
  • 2× double GPO + 1× USB-A/C outlet (Classic Duo)
  • Amber powder-coated hardware throughout
Weeks 4–6
04 Step Four

Delivery
& Install.

We don't use freight companies. Every pod is delivered by our own install team in a custom-fitted vehicle. Before delivery we'll confirm the site access route — door widths, lift dimensions, loading dock availability — so there are no surprises on the day.

Installation typically takes half a day for a single pod and a full day for three or more. We position the pod, level it, connect to the nearest power point, test all electrics, and do a final acoustic check in-situ. We don't leave until everything is working.

Weekend installs are available at no extra charge — many clients prefer this to avoid disruption to office hours.

What we need from you

  • Confirmed floor position (tape it out beforehand if unsure)
  • Access to the nearest double power outlet within 5m
  • Clear path from loading dock/entry to final position
  • Site contact on the day with building access
✓ LEVELLED ✓ POWERED ✓ TESTED Week 6–8
Lead Time

6–8 Weeks,
Start to Finish.

Classic Series pods ship in 6–8 weeks from confirmed order. Custom builds are 8–12 weeks depending on specification complexity.

Week 1
Week 2
Week 3
Week 4
Week 5
Week 6
Week 7
Week 8

Design Brief

Week 1 — brief finalised, order confirmed, materials ordered

Frame & Acoustic Build

Weeks 2–4 — steel fabrication, acoustic panels, pre-lining STC test

Fit-Out & Finish

Weeks 4–6 — cladding, glazing, electrics, hardware, final sign-off

Delivery & Install

Weeks 6–8 — site delivery, positioning, power connection, commissioning

Every Pod Includes

Standard Across
the Entire Range.

The following is included with every Classic Series pod. Nothing is an optional extra that should be standard.

Structure & Acoustic

  • Mild steel RHS frame, hot-dip primed
  • 75mm rockwool acoustic slab, all cavities
  • Mass-loaded vinyl layer (2kg/m²)
  • Resilient channel internal decoupling
  • Acoustic perimeter door seals
  • Pre-delivery Rw rating test certificate
  • 2-year structural warranty

Interior & Electrics

  • 18mm OSB interior lining, hardwax oil finish
  • LED ceiling light bar with switch
  • 2× double GPO power outlets
  • 1× USB-A / USB-C dual outlet
  • Frosted E-icon sliding glass door
  • Amber powder-coated hardware
  • Ventilation — passive stack with louvre

Delivery & Service

  • Melbourne delivery by our own team
  • On-site positioning and levelling
  • Power connection and electrical test
  • Post-install acoustic check in-situ
  • Handover kit (cleaning guide, warranty card)
  • 12-month service call-back included
  • Weekend install available at no extra cost
Common Questions

Things People
Usually Ask.

Do I need to prepare anything on-site before delivery? +
Not much. You need a confirmed floor position with a double power outlet within 5 metres. We'll ask for your building access details and confirm door/lift dimensions a week before delivery. If you're in a new tenancy or a heritage building with tight access, let us know early and we'll plan accordingly — we've moved pods up staircases and around tight corners before.
Can I change the exterior colour after ordering? +
Yes, but only within the first week after confirming your order — before cladding panels are powder-coated. After that point the colour is locked in. We'll always confirm your colour selection in writing before starting cladding.
What's the difference between Classic Series and a custom build? +
Classic Series pods are standard dimensions (Solo: 1200×1200mm, Duo: 2400×1200mm, Boardroom: 3600×2400mm) with a fixed internal layout and standard spec. Custom builds can be any dimension, with any internal configuration — different glazing ratios, branded cladding, integrated HVAC, different acoustic targets, or custom furniture. Custom builds start at 8–12 weeks lead time and require a design brief before pricing.
What does Rw 38dB actually mean in practice? +
Rw 38dB is a weighted sound reduction index — it means the pod reduces airborne sound by approximately 38 decibels across the tested frequency range. In practical terms: a normal conversation inside the pod (65dB) is reduced to approximately 27dB outside — quieter than a library. You'll hear that someone is in the pod but you won't be able to make out words clearly. Our Boardroom achieves Rw 42dB; custom high-spec builds can reach Rw 50dB.
Can the pods be relocated if we move offices? +
Yes. All Classic Series pods are designed for relocation. The base has forklift pockets and the pod can be disassembled into panels if required for a tight access move. We offer a relocation service — same team, same process — at a flat day rate. Just contact us at least 2 weeks before your move date.

By the Numbers

6–8 wks
Classic Series lead time
Rw 38dB
Standard acoustic rating
½ day
Typical install time (1 pod)
2 yr
Structural warranty

Still have questions? The quickest way to get an answer is to send us an email — we usually reply the same day.

hello@meetingpods.com.au
BRIEF
Start the Process

Ready to Send
Your Brief?

The first step is a conversation. Tell us your floor space, your use case, and your timeline — we'll take it from there. No commitment required at the brief stage.