Design, ergonomics, and technology integrated to transform offices, collaborative spaces, and contract projects.
The configuration of the workstation has become a strategic factor for productivity, well-being, and the identity of contemporary office projects. In response to this need, Forma 5 Group presents its new generation of height-adjustable office desks: Skala Next.
Designed to adapt to the demands of today’s workspaces—from traditional offices to collaborative environments, coworking areas, or large contract projects—Skala Next introduces a completely renewed design compared to its predecessors, Skala and Skala Ready, while also incorporating major technical innovations and a sustainability-driven approach from the earliest stages of product development.
Keep reading to explore all the available finishes, configurations, and accessories, as well as the customization options that allow Skala Next to adapt to every project and spatial style. You can also discover the tools and resources that Forma 5 Group provides to help you plan, visualize, and present your proposals with complete confidence.
Technological innovation for every type of project
At Forma 5, we are committed to continuous innovation, striving to transform furniture from a passive element into an active tool that enhances the workspace experience. Skala Next draws on Forma 5’s expertise in furniture engineering and evolves it into a next-generation desk. Its three-stage structure offers a wider and more precise height range than its predecessors, spanning from 620 mm to 1275 mm. This versatility allows every user to find their ideal height and enables the desk to adapt to all types of activities, from individual workstations to collaborative spaces with specific technical requirements.
The technological choice of a three-stage design is no coincidence. Compared to two-stage structures, it offers clear advantages:
- Greater stability at higher elevations, thanks to a smoother travel path and optimized load distribution.
- Expanded height range, making it easier to integrate into projects that require solutions for different users or complementary furniture, such as high tables for brainstorming or adjustable reception stations.
- Precise and quiet movement, as the three-section adjustment reduces vibrations and enhances the overall sense of quality.
Added to this is an extendable structure designed to maximize compatibility across formats and reduce the need for specific parts for each size. The practical result is twofold: distributors manage fewer items in stock, and contract projects can incorporate custom variants without logistical complications.
Safety is also a key feature of Skala Next, which integrates a state-of-the-art anti-collision system. Built-in sensors detect obstacles during movement and stop or reverse the desk’s ascent or descent, protecting both the investment and the users, even in high-traffic environments such as coworking spaces, multifunction rooms, educational settings, or corporate facilities. For specifiers, this system represents a distinctive advantage in technical specifications and product certifications.
On top of this, access to this technology is fully ensured thanks to Skala Next, which offers models and dimensions adaptable to projects of any size, complexity, or market segment. All of this is achieved without compromising its core values of quality, functionality, and design.
Skala Next, a commitment to ergonomics
Ergonomics is not a trend; it is a functional requirement that directly affects both the efficiency and the human and economic costs of an organization. Skala Next places ergonomics at the heart of the design, enabling each user to find their optimal posture with ease and safety. Offering an adjustable height range from 620 mm to 1275 mm ensures coverage for the majority of body sizes and uses, from traditional seated work to standing or semi-upright positions required for creative or collaborative tasks.
But beyond the height range, Skala Next’s ergonomics are implemented across several key aspects of the series:
- Smooth and controlled movement. Height adjustment should be a quick and silent action that does not disrupt workflow. Skala Next’s mechanisms maintain a balanced speed and precise control, preventing jolts or abrupt movements.
- Structural stability. The base, featuring stylized and highly stable feet, ensures that the table remains free of unwanted vibrations or any sense of instability in any position. For workstations with large monitors or technical equipment, this stability is essential.
- Adaptability. In offices that rely on hot-desking or rotating workstations, adjustable desks allow each user to configure their space upon arrival, reducing the need to create fixed stations with multiple adjustments.
- Suitable for supporting corporate wellness policies. More and more companies are prioritizing health and wellness programs for their teams. Including Skala Next in your project is a tangible measure with a communicable impact for the end client.
- Technical or health-related arguments. Its height range, speed, stability, and safety system specifications make Skala Next suitable for inclusion in projects that require compliance with ergonomic standards or recommendations.
Health in the workplace
The connection between workstation design and occupational health is clear and increasingly supported by studies. Shifting from a fully sedentary workday to consciously alternating between sitting and standing has a positive impact on well-being: it helps reduce fatigue and protects muscles and joints. Leading research shows that this simple change can reduce physical discomfort associated with office work by up to 32%, which in a corporate environment translates into fewer sick days, greater comfort, and more efficient cognitive performance.
Skala Next is here to support and encourage this habit. Its adjustment system is agile and easy to use multiple times a day: smooth, quiet height changes with built-in safety features. The desk stops being a logistical obstacle and becomes an ally for movement and well-being.
But the benefits go beyond reducing physical discomfort. Skala Next offers additional advantages in terms of health and productivity that distributors, specifiers, and project managers can highlight when selling or specifying the desk:
- Improved circulation and metabolism. Alternating postures helps reduce stiffness and promotes micro-movements that benefit circulation.
- Increased focus and reduced mental fatigue. Postural changes and variations in bodily stimuli can help maintain higher levels of attention.
- Greater user satisfaction. The ability to adjust the workstation according to individual needs enhances the sense of control over the work environment, leading to higher engagement.
- Long-term prevention. Proper ergonomics helps reduce the incidence of conditions associated with sedentary work, positively impacting social security costs and absenteeism.
A wellness ally
Skala Next is not just a desk but a solution that adapts to each user and every project. Its design combines ergonomics, technology, and versatility, providing a comfortable, efficient, and flexible work environment where every adjustment enhances the user experience.
To learn about all the conditions and options available for Skala Next, contact us at info@forma5.com, specifying your city or region, and our team will guide you to find the perfect solution for your project.
