break area

Employee rest space

A break area is a designated space in a workplace where employees can rest, eat, or relax during breaks.

It typically contains seating, tables, and amenities like vending machines or a coffee maker: The break area on the third floor has a microwave and refrigerator.

Also called a break room when enclosed.

Related

vending · microwave · couch · chairs · snacks · water cooler · water cooler talk · office gossip · lunch · vending machine · pause · recharge · staff · employee · kitchenette · fridge · table · relax

Opposites
work vs. rest spaces

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Technical computing system

workspace · office · desk · production floor · cubicle

productivity zones

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Facility processing online orders

loading dock · shipping area

informal vs. formal spaces

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Corporate decision venue

conference room · meeting room · executive suite · waiting room · front office

Family

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G