Step away from your desk and into the sun. That’s the call on office workers and visitors at the V&A Waterfront. They’re being encouraged to step away from their desks and back into the sun, as Corona Cero launches a new public-space activation aimed at tackling workplace stress and burnout.

A simple reminder of the value of stepping outside – and slowing down – during the working day.

 

Step away from your desk and into the sun

Corona Cero, the non-alcoholic beer brand, has introduced ‘Sun Tags’, a temporary urban installation that transforms overlooked outdoor spaces into relaxed, sun-filled lunchtime zones. The initiative is designed to help professionals reclaim increasingly compressed lunch breaks and reconnect with outdoor downtime during the working day.

A daytime oasis to help workers reclaim lunch breaks

Visit Cape Town’s daytime oasis

The Cape Town activation follows earlier rollouts in Argentina and Japan and forms part of Corona Cero’s wider focus on promoting balance and mindful breaks. Locally, the campaign responds to mounting pressure in South African workplaces, where studies show that 36% of employees experience excessive daily stress, while more than 70% report being disengaged at work.

More than 70% of employees report being disengaged at work.

Waterfront turned into a daytime oasis to help workers reclaim lunch breaks

Installed directly onto existing Waterfront infrastructure, the Sun Tags consist of modular, non-permanent furniture that creates instant social and rest spaces without altering the environment. The system includes railing-mounted tables, stair tables, and pole-attached counters that allow workers to pause, eat, or enjoy time outdoors during the day.

It also encourages a sense of calm.

Studies show 36% of employees experience excessive daily stress

Each installation incorporates biophilic design elements. This includes natural wood finishes and integrated planters, aimed at softening the urban landscape. It also encourages a sense of calm. Visitors are invited to enjoy a 0.0% alcohol Corona Cero while taking a deliberate break from screens and schedules.

Studies show more than 70% of employees report being disengaged at work

The furniture was produced locally using sustainably sourced materials and 3D-printed tooling. It highlights a commitment to tactical urbanism and South African craftsmanship. The Sun Tags “Daytime Oasis” experience is open to the public at the V&A Waterfront until 8 April 2026. It offers Capetonians and visitors a simple reminder of the value of stepping outside – and slowing down – during the working day.