Creating an Inspiring Conference Room
The conference room at a company or organization is where many important decisions are made. If you are planning on designing a conference room at your office, there are several design elements to consider that will help create an inspiring and multifunctional space. A good way to begin planning your conference room design is by…
Read MoreNew Trends in Office Design
Crafting an inspiring workspace can help improve productivity and increase collaboration at the office. Creating a space that is stylish and welcoming for your employees and customers is possible with custom office furniture. Custom-made modular office furniture can be arranged in various layouts and can also be easily paired with other existing furniture in your…
Read MoreHow to Choose Big and Tall Office Chairs
Standard design chairs can accommodate people who are less than 6’ 2” tall and weigh less than 250lbs. However, big and tall desk chairs offer more comfortable and sturdy seating options for those that are taller or weigh more than this standard design range. Providing yourself or your employees adequate seating options can help improve…
Read More6 Tips for Furnishing a Small Office
Maybe you run a small startup where office space is at a premium, or maybe you’re trying to add a home office to an already-cramped apartment. You may be wondering how you’re ever going to set up a productive workstation when you’ve only got a closet-sized space to work with, but fear not—it’s entirely possible…
Read MoreHow to Create an Inspiring Reception Room
A reception room can communicate the values of a business or an organization to potential clients and guests. This is achieved by carefully crafting a multisensory experience that communicates the level of expertise and attention to detail the company provides in their services. Beyond the lighting, acoustics, signage and other marketing collateral in a reception area,…
Read MoreThe Christmas Gift of Office Furniture?!? Yes – it’s a thing!
When it comes to online Christmas shopping, the last online store you’d probably think to visit is a office furniture website. However, each year we talk to more and more shoppers looking for that perfect holiday gift for family members and friends. You’re probably thinking, “LOL! Because my teenage son really wants a conference table under the tree…
Read MoreThe Revival of Mid Century Modern Style Furniture
Unless you’ve been hiding under a rock, you’ve probably noticed the resurgence in mid-century modern style office furniture. It’s everywhere you turn now: offices, storefronts, on TV shows and commercials. It might be that white leather chair with the sleek, chrome armrests or that Eames-style sofa with the tufted buttons. Seemingly overnight, everyone’s office…
Read MoreBig & Tall Rated Office Chairs: Shopper’s Guide
Americans are getting taller and heavier as the years go by. According to the CDC, Americans are on average 25 lbs heavier and 1 inch taller than in 1960. This can create issues in the workplace when it comes to employee seating. What happens when a person is too large for their office chair? The…
Read MoreReclining Office Chair and Tilting Chair –What is the Difference?
Reclining office chairs are popular, but many customers are confused by the terminology of “recline” versus “tilt”. A tilting office chair is common and is considered to be a standard. The tilt refers to the action of the swivel/tilt mechanism on the bottom side of the seat. When you lean back in the chair the…
Read MoreNEOCON 2014 Summary
NEOCON 2014 The Modern Office staff once again attended the annual NEOCON design exposition and conference in Chicago from June 9th to June 11th, 2014. Our main interest was in office furniture, but everything from fabrics to flooring to interior building products and more were on display in over 1 million square feet of showroom…
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