Looking for a change of scenery as you work from home? Maybe you’re already tired of your recently assembled home office or perhaps you’re going a bit stir crazy on your umpteenth video call of the day. We’ve all been there.

Let’s face it: As many of us unexpectedly shifted to working from home, we’ve learned that video conference calls can be a little awkward and can take some adjusting to. There’s definitely a learning curve for finding the spot with the best lighting, WiFi connection, and capability for hiding your growing laundry pile without forcing an awkward angle (no judgment — we’re all in the same boat!)

Luckily, Zoom and Webex, two popular video conferencing providers, have a built-in feature that solves this problem. The not-so-secret feature allows users to upload their own virtual backgrounds, giving their IRL setting a little extra something. And if, for you, the something you’re missing is the day-to-day familiarity of a workspace designed for productivity, then do we have some good news for you.

Introducing: Your Virtual Breather Office, which makes it look like you’re working from a office, no matter your physical surroundings. Download your favorite background below and give it a try. We’d love to see it! Tag us @Breather on social channels and show us some love.

Cozy and modern

450 Broadway, New York City: Exposed brick, modern furnishes, and an accent wall — somehow cooler than a modern apartment.

Sophisticated monochrome 

425 Adelaide, Toronto: Maybe your apartment doesn’t have room for a desk, but that’s certainly not the case here.

Open and airy

900 Broadway, New York City: A bright and airy feel, even if your workspace is lacking in the lighting department.

Click here to download them. For more background options and to learn more about private, flexible office, check out our office page.

How to add a virtual background to your call

Zoom

1. Right-click on a Virtual Breather Office image above and select “Save Image As” to download
2. When in a Zoom Meeting click the ^ next to the Start/Stop video icon
3. Click “Choose a Virtual Background”
4. Click + to upload the Virtual Breather Office Image from your files
5. Select the file
6. Return to your meeting with a snazzy new background For more detailed instructions please visit Zoom’s website.

Webex (iOS only)

1. Right-click on a Virtual Breather Office image above and select “Save Image As” to download
2. When in a Webex meeting, tap Video, and then tap Virtual Background
3. Blur your surroundings, but make sure you remain in focus
4. Upload your Virtual Breather Office Image from your files
5. Return to the meeting with your snazzy new background For more detailed instructions, please visit Webex’s website.

Here to help
In the spirit of togetherness, we’re opening up our private workspaces for free to those on the frontlines of COVID-19 in major cities in the US, Canada, and London. If you’re in government, healthcare, emergency response, nonprofit, or any other line of essential work, we’re here to help. Please reach out to COVID19-support@breather.com.