Lobby Design Ideas: Mid Century Sofas from Modway

We're loving Modway in 2018 and you will too. This reputable furniture manufacturer takes pride in crafting trend setting products designed to keep interiors up to date with the latest trends. That being said, this year the mid century movement is in full swing. Modway is paving the way with fashionable sofas that are perfect for that lobby makeover project you've been planning!

Let's kick things off with the EEI-1180 model Engage sofa. This swanky fabric seating solution boasts a spacious 90.5" long bench with thick padded cushions. The attractive wood legs are a nice touch that add to the mid century vibe. This designer sofa for a home living room and lobby is available in 12 color options.

Up next is the Panache. It's definitely one of our favorite. The box style arms and heavily tufted surfaces make for a unique mid century modern sofa that you're valued guests will compliment daily. Raised wood legs make for easy vacuuming while cool color options like Atomic Red and Wheatgrass will help you refine your space.

Creating a mid century modern lobby doesn't have to be a headache. With the sofas, lounge chairs, and love seats from the Modway Empress collection you'll be well on your way to a unique space that's looking great. The Empress upholstered fabric sofa is comfortable and available colors that pop, as well as those that blend in to remain practical.

Words like light, refreshing, and homey come to mind when we think of the Remark sofa from Modway. This 74" wide sofa with a tufted back is a great buy at $610.75. The Remark sofa is offered in 6 color options that compliment naturally finished legs.

Last but not least, check out the EEI-1788 Response sofa. In unique fabrics like Atomic Red, the Response sofa will make your lobby stand out. Alternative options like Beige can be used to blend in while still making a professional statement. This popular fabric sofa for a lobby and home living room is nothing short of unique. The seat and back stitching pattern is really beautiful. This sofa is an excellent statement piece that pairs well with the designer accent tables from this industry leading brand.

Bargain Hunter: Contemporary Sofas Under $699

The contemporary look is in! Unfortunately, this popular decor trend can come with a hefty price tag. Not to worry though! Our team at The Office Furniture Blog has taken the time to find 5 awesome sofas with contemporary style priced under $699. As an added bonus, all of these hot seating solutions include free shipping for added value. Whether it's a professional reception area or modern lobby you're looking to makeover, these sofas will get your project completed in style and under budget!

First up, the OFM 822 InterPlay series sofa with two tone upholstery. At first glance you'll notice the super versatile tablet arm design that allows your visitors to work while they wait. Available in two color combinations this unique sofa offers ample wow factor that's sure to earn  your waiting area a host of positive compliments. Priced at $683.99 this piece is an excellent value and can be easily paired with matching seating and tables from OFM's extensive furniture collections.

Second on our list of contemporary office sofas under $699 is the Flash Furniture ZB-REGAL-810-3-SOFA-WH-GG white leather reception sofa with metal frame accents. Rest assured, the only downside about this cool product is the lengthy model number! Priced at $618.99, it's easy to see the value this modern piece has to offer. If you haven't noticed, white leather and fabric upholstery is in! This Regal series sofa by Flash capitalizes on this style by helping design teams and consumers alike create upscale waiting environments. White makes for a neutral canvas that's easy to match accent furniture to while making any space appear larger. Matching lounge and love seat models are available to complete the look.

Global Total Office is one of the industries top office furniture manufactures who prides themselves on setting the bar for competitors each year. Often imitated and seldom duplicated, Global products offer style, quality, and versatility for any business area. Items like the Citi series 7876 sofa provide an excellent example of this key brands style and ingenuity. Available in a wide variety of leather options to match any corporate decor, the 7876 sofa boasts contemporary style that's truly a cut above the rest. A choice of black or tungsten finished legs is offered to compliment your leather of choice. A double stitched seam and unique cushion design blend retro and contemporary vibes that are hard to top for a price of $660.99.

Still hungry for more? We thought so! The Lesro G1551K4 Belmont love seat is the perfect way to cure you're seating appetite. This line of popular reception seating for sale features wood accents and a raised leg design. The G1551K4 is available for only $572.99 and offered in an extensive selection of upholstery options. Interior design teams and industry professionals alike love this collection from Lesro as it's easy to spec and utilize in makeover projects both large and small. The blend of wood and contemporary curves offers the perfect compliment of both modern and traditional style that appeal to nearly every visitor.

Last but certainly not least, we reach the S3801G7 Mystic Series Guest Reception Bench by Lesro Industries. With so many awesome products available it was just too hard to settle for just one from this awesome brand. The S3801G7 is far from what you'd expect from a traditional office sofa. The contemporary metal frame design and wood arm caps make for a totally unique way to decorate any professional waiting area. Priced at $603.99 this super cool solution comes in well under budget. As an added bonus, the Lesro Mystic Collection includes accent tables as well as professional boardroom tables that allow you to utilize this full service line in other popular office areas.

Popular Lobby Furniture Trends and Decorating Tips for You

The lobby makeover project is more popular than ever. Businesses understand that making a good first impression starts the minute a client walks in the door. That being said, we thought it would be beneficial to showcase the industries hottest lobby furniture trends while highlighting valuable decorating tips sure to help you take your space over the top!

Easy to Spec Reception Stations

Most lobby makeover projects start with the welcome desk. As this is the main focal area for your business visitors, it's important to make a quality impression while complimenting the decor theme of your space. In 2014, both large and small reception desks for sale from top brands like OFM are sure to improve your lobby configuration without the headache of requiring custom work. The out of the box reception desk approach is a great way to save an abundance of time and typically requires minimal install. Products like the OFM 55312 Marque Reception Station don't even require tools for assembly! This in stock line also ships quick for those in need of new furniture to meet a project deadline.

Modular Beam Seating

One popular trend sweeping the office furniture world is the use of modular beam seating for office reception, lobby, and waiting room applications. Beam chairs can be configured to accommodate up to 5 guests comfortably. Stylish side tables are typically offered to attach along the main beam to save space while adding versatility to this modern decor trend. Manufacturers like Global Total Office are enhancing their beam offering with products from the popular Duet collection while brands like OFM offered lines like the Net Series Beam Chair collection that was a big winner in 2013. This style of seating is great for decorating large areas as the modular design can be customized to meet your individual business needs.

Tablet Arm Chairs

In addition to the beam seating trend, you will definitely be seeing a huge influx in tablet chairs. This versatile look typically consists of a modern lounge chair with tablet arm that swivels easily, often with a mobilized base for easy movement when cleaning is needed. Products like the Sirena 3372LCMLTM Lounge Chair even include a lower storage shelf for sophisticated look that helps with lobby organizing. Decorating your guest waiting area with tablet seating is definitely a great choice in 2014! This helpful seating style is definitely appreciated by customers and clientele looking to get work done while waiting.

Designer Accent Furniture

When accenting your lobby area seating, there's no need to rush! It's best to take your time when shopping for important products like tables, wall art, plants, and lighting fixtures. Rest assured, the little details make the biggest aesthetic differences. That being said, contemporary lobby tables are trending in a major way! Hot products like the Illusion M106C Glass Coffee Table by Mayline are a great place to start your search. This oval shaped table priced at $444.99 offers a perfect blend of modern and traditional appeal. Needless to say, unit is poised to be a top seller in 2014!

White Leather Upholstery

As for upholstery, leather will always be in style! While black and brown tones offer a classic look, interior design teams and industry professionals are gravitating towards lighter colors to provide more neutral canvases. Cream, Almond, and white leather lounge furniture sets offer a sophisticated look that speaks volumes about your business design ingenuity. In the long run, white leather just looks classy! The modern appeal achieved from this look also opens up a space and provides the illusion of a larger area. Products like the Flash Furniture Lesley Series White Sofa with metal accents incorporate this style while adding metal accents for a euro industrial appeal. This affordable product is also great for those on a limited budget.

Sneak Preview: Office Design Trends of 2014

Looking to transform your office in 2014? You're in luck! The coming year is sure to be filled with incredible trends sure to improve your workplace efficiency, style, and overall productivity. Today' article provides a glimpse into the future of our industry and highlights top makeover projects, products, and workplace trends you don't want to miss.

The use of ergonomic furniture in the workplace is at an all time high. Top brands are challenging their teams on a daily basis to improve the way we work through the use of innovative products. Workstations like the new HE4824MSC sit to stand corner desk by Global are sure to be a hit in the coming year as the benefits are simply too great to ignore. While ergonomic desks for office applications have been gaining popularity in recent years, 2014 looks to bring this trend into the limelight. Designing your office with ergo qualities in mind is an absolute must. Look for electric height adjustable products like the HE4824MSC to be popping up in an office near you.

Office lobby makeover projects were a huge hit in 2013. That being said, manufacturers like OFM, Inc. are bolstering their product offering to cater to the needs of this popular area. From leather sofas with contemporary style to beam seating, business consumers will be sufficiently supplied with ways to add modern style to their guest waiting areas. A modern lobby furniture configuration shows sophistication in the workplace and design ingenuity that speak volumes about your business. Looking to capitalize on this popular movement? No problem! In addition to OFM, brands like Mayline, Global, and Eurotech Seating are all offering cutting edge products sure to enhance your space.

Look for the retro vibes to be increasingly present in office atmospheres in 2013. A recent increase in the tufted back products has breathed new life into a once dying trend. Retro modern products like the 3773 Queen Anne Sofa from Global offer design teams and consumers alike the ability to create luxury office environments with ample wow factor. In addition to sofas, the traditional and retro movement extends to the world of home office seating as luxury attributes are never out of style!

While the break room was once a common office area outfitted with a few plastic folding tables and a chairs, businesses have taken note that happy employees mean improved productivity. That being said, eating lunch in a dull and lifeless atmosphere does not spike creativity to say the least! For that reason, office break rooms are being re tooled to include simple, effective, and stylish furniture to accommodate employees more effectively. Break room makeover projects will be a huge design trend in 2014 through the use of bar height bistro table models and accent seating designed to create unique areas for social gatherings. You'll also notice a large number of break rooms being transformed into multi purpose areas that can host meetings and group events more professionally.

The use of modular office workstations and desks will be at an all time high in 2014. Businesses are just plain tired of replacing entire furniture configurations every time their personnel needs increase. Top lines like the Global Total Office Princeton series and Mayline e5 series offer a huge selection of interchangeable components that allow for increased versatility. Multi user workstations are an area where this popular craze will be most evident. More often than not, open desking layouts with modular design qualities are being purchased opposed to traditional cubicle configurations of the past. The overall style, openness, and high tech qualities have long term value that's sure to save money and valuable time next year and beyond!

When shopping for furniture for conference room use, business owners are becoming more and more concerned with multi media capabilities to improve presentations. That being said utilizing power modules in conference table surfaces is an absolute must when possible. This design trend is one that's sure to be the industry standard in years to come. Basic models like the ACTB10 Aberdeen Conference Table can be outfitted with factory installed power modules at a minimal charge while high tech products like the new Zira Boardroom Table models are available with a seemingly limitless selection of custom power options to meet the needs of any professional meeting areas. As this trend builds even more momentum in 2014, look for large and small boardroom tables to be more readily available with standard units already incorporated!

Discount Reception Sofas from Top Brands

Those looking to design a professional lounge, waiting room, or reception area for there business will be at no shortage of quality solutions to choose from in 2013. This year has brought with it the most innovative office sofas ever created from brands like Flash Furniture, Mayline, and OFM. The best part, all of them are incredibly affordable by industry standards! Today's article highlights the best discount reception sofas available from this years hottest brands. Enjoy!

When it comes to affordable furniture for the waiting room, Flash Furniture is the best manufacturer for the job! With over 10 collections available, Flash understands the needs of businesses in search of high quality modern furniture. In 2013, the white leather trend has also made it's presence firmly felt. That being said, the Flash Furniture Lesley series combines affordability and this latest trend to form a totally awesome line of products that will no doubt impress your valued clientele. While white is the hottest color on the market, those looking for a more traditional approach will also enjoy this popular series is black leather.

While Mayline Furniture is highly regarded amongst industry professionals and interior design teams across the country, their popular furniture for office lounge area use is often overlooked. Those who take the time to consider more than just Mayline executive desks and filing products will find themselves highly rewarded! The new Santa Cruz series sofa is available in both black and almond leather upholstery options along with a variety of matching products to outfit your entire lobby, lounge, or office reception space in style. The black leather and mahogany feet combination offers the perfect blend of modern and traditional style for only $983.99. Rest assured, you'll be hard pressed to find a better leather office sofa at even twice the price!

There's no secret that OFM furniture is highly modern and always on the cutting edge. This highly recognized manufacturer takes the cake in 2013 for providing the most innovative new furniture for office reception area use. Perhaps the most creative line to date is the all new Distinct series sofa line with anti microbial upholstery. Available in 3 cool color options and with a unique metal platform base, Distinct seating is truly one of a kind. Priced starting at $624.46 with free shipping, it's easy to see the value this line has to offer. Those in search of modern healthcare seating will especially love this collection for it's durability and easy to clean surfaces.

In addition to the OFM Distinct collection, consumers have also been raving about the OFM InterPlay Sofa with two tone upholstery. This modern sofa with tablet arms is also mobile. This makes for simplified reconfiguration capabilities and easy to clean guest waiting areas. Using the InterPlay line will provide ample wow factor while leaving a lasting impression on guests. Priced at 683.99, you'll be left with plenty of budget to add the matching leather lounge chairs for sale from this awesome line along with accenting reception tables to pull the whole look together.

Last but certainly not least, Global Total Office is not to be overlooked when it comes to discount reception sofas for sale in 2013. This worldwide brand is widely known for their comfortable ergonomic office chairs but is rapidly growing their already stellar collection of office reception seating with lines like Prairie and Wind. Another favorite anyone considering an office reception furniture makeover should consider is the Citi lounge furniture collection. This innovative line includes both fabric and leather office sofas with metal legs and totally unique style! The Global Citi Sofa 7876 accommodates two guest comfortably in a choice of seemingly limitless textile options. Those looking for a larger product will enjoy the 3 seat version as well as the popular reception style bench that also seats 3 visitors.

Professionally Designed Waiting Room Areas to Inspire Your Space

The waiting room or visitor area is the first place seen by most anyone visiting your place of business. First impressions are formed from this areas decor, style, and level of professionalism. Creating a stylish waiting room starts with an idea or inspiration. To provide that spark, this article will highlight several beautifully designed spaces sure to get your creative juices flowing!

Space 1: The Serpentine

Braden lounge furniture by Global Total Office highlights this space. The modular lounge seating set offers a serpentine shape that's sure to impress. Sets like the one highlighted here are perfect when space is at a premium. Braden's modular design and simplicity make it an easy to spec solution for almost any visitor area. The seemingly limitless array of Global upholstery solutions make interior designers dreams come true. This space is also accented with with a matching square coffee table and gorgeous tile floors. The marbled walls and blue fabric compliment each other nicely, while the whole area boasts a welcoming feel.

Space 2: Elegance On A Budget

The Mayline Santa Cruz collection of lounge furniture in leather is hard to beat. This affordable line includes a variety of sofas with leather upholstery, matching ottomans, and stylish seating sure to impress event he harshest of critics. In fact, all of the seating and items used in this room can be purchased as a set to ease the shopping process! Available in a choice of Almond or Black leather, Santa Cruz lounge furniture sets key on one of the hottest industry trends, light upholstery. Using white, cream, and almond colored materials show class and elegance without taking away from grandeur or the area it accompanies. Along with the seating, this unique visitors area includes full panel windows and contemporary wood wall paneling for an enhance modern appeal. The tile floors and retro side lamp pull this space together for an all around professional look.

Space 3: The Highrise

When it comes to waiting room furniture, OFM,Inc. offers one of the largest selections of quality products found industry wide. This fantastic modern office furniture manufacturer has built an excellent reputation based on customer service and awesome products that ship quickly. This space is a true testament to that fact. The highrise features a curved reception desk from the industry leading Marque reception station collection along with an abundance of sled based visitors chairs. As you can see, this area is all about the welcoming desk. The floors, natural lighting, tables, and seating are all geared towards bringing out the wow factor or the reception desk. The curved designed and plexi glass transaction panels truly make for an impressive space.