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PODS

Modular spatial systems for interior and exterior projects

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What it is

Pods are modular, prefabricated spatial systems used to create enclosed rooms or small structures without traditional construction.

Carve Pods can be delivered as part of a larger development project or as a standalone project. Certain focus and meeting pods follow standardized dimensional and structural configurations, while layouts, finishes, and performance are customized based on program, site, and operational requirements.

Pods on Carve Materials are supplied as B2B project solutions.

For off-the-shelf, personal-use pod products, please visit our sister brand carvecreation.com

System approach

At Carve Materials, pods are custom-built per project within this systemized framework.

Rather than reselling off-the-shelf pod products, we develop pod solutions based on program, site, and performance requirements—while maintaining a controlled construction logic that supports predictable quality, coordination, and delivery.

Designed as an asset, not a disposable fit-out

Unlike traditional construction or fixed interior partitions, pods are designed as reusable assets rather than single-use build-outs.

Because pods are modular, relocatable, and reconfigurable, they can be:

  • moved between projects or sites

  • resized or repurposed as needs change

  • retained, redeployed, or resold over time

This reduces demolition waste, protects capital investment, and supports long-term space planning.

POD Scope

Pods are deployed for commercial, institutional, and project-based applications.

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    • Focus & phone pods
      Private calls, focused work, video meetings

    • Meeting & collaboration pods
      Interviews, small meetings, workshops, training

    • Streaming & recording rooms
      Livestreaming, podcasting, broadcast and media use

    • Game, simulation & training rooms
      Esports, VR, simulation, skills training

    • Creative & production studios
      Music, rehearsal, art, content creation

    • Wellness & recovery rooms (dry use)
      Yoga, meditation, stretching, recovery, staff wellness

    • Bathroom & restroom pods
      Single-user or multi-stall restrooms, ADA-compliant layouts, office and commercial use

    • Office bar & wet-room pods
      Coffee bars, pantry bars, refreshment stations, hospitality support

    • Outdoor studios & sheds
      Storage, production support, auxiliary program space

    • Detached workspaces
      Site offices, campus extensions, temporary facilities

    • Fitness & wellness pods (project-based)
      Training rooms, recovery spaces, institutional wellness

    • High-acoustic performance rooms

    • Technology- or equipment-intensive pods

    • Wet or mechanically serviced pods
      (e.g. bars, specialty wellness pods, evaluated per project)

    • Habitable or ADU-type structures
      (subject to permitting, delivered under appropriate project scope)

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Customization

Pod customization is system- and performance-driven, not finish-driven like furniture. Customization is delivered within a standardized modular construction framework to ensure build-ability, coordination, and predictable outcomes. Rather than selecting individual products, pods are configured by defining spatial, environmental, and technical requirements, then configuring the appropriate modular components.

Customization typically includes:

  • Spatial configuration
    Footprint, height, layout, and module combination

  • Envelope & performance level
    Interior-grade or exterior-grade construction, acoustic performance, insulation, and weather resistance

  • Openings & transparency
    Door types, glazing options, privacy level, and visual connection

  • Environmental systems
    Ventilation, cooling, heating (if required), and airflow strategy

  • Electrical & wet services
    Power, lighting, data, AV, and wet services for bar or specialty pods
    (evaluated per project and subject to site conditions)

  • Program-specific fit-out
    Furniture, equipment, acoustic treatment, and integrated components based on use

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Certification & Compliance (Project-based)

Pods can be configured to meet project-specific certification, compliance, and performance requirements, as defined by the client or authority having jurisdiction.

Depending on scope and application, this may include commonly requested standards such as:

  • Indoor air quality & emissions

    UL GREENGUARD / GREENGUARD Gold

  • Fire & safety performance

    UL 723 / ASTM E84 — Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials
    UL 926 — High-Impact Polymeric Materials (where applicable)

  • Acoustic & environmental performance

    NRC / STC targets, low-VOC materials, and project-specific acoustic criteria

  • Sustainability & institutional requirements

    Alignment with LEED, WELL, ESG, or client-specific sustainability standards
    (where certification is required at the project level)

Certification scope is coordinated during design development and aligned with project documentation, authority requirements, and supplier capabilities.

Why PODs

  • Faster than traditional construction

  • Reduced site disruption

  • Suitable for interior, exterior, or standalone delivery

  • Supports both standard and highly customized programs

  • Adaptable and reusable over time

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How we Work

Single point of coordination from design through delivery.

1. Project Brief

We define intended use, location (indoor or outdoor), performance requirements, and confirm whether a standard pod or custom configuration is required.

2. Design Development

Based on the approved brief, we develop pod layouts, system configurations, and technical details, and issue drawings and specifications suitable for coordination, pricing, and fabrication.

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3. Production

Pods are produced using standardized components with controlled customization, ensuring build quality, consistency, and predictable timelines.

4. Delivery

Pods are delivered as part of a larger project or as a standalone scope, with coordination for installation and system integration as required.

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