5 Office Remodeling Trends To Avoid In 2017

To craft elite office interiors, you have to stay up to date with the latest trends while simultaneously knowing which ones to avoid. That's where we come in! Today we'll showcase 5 remodeling fads that are rapidly fading due to market innovation. From overstuffed executive chairs to glass top conference tables, these trends where once the industry standard. Now there's better options for your business!

1.) Overstuffed Executive Chairs

The days of using overstuffed executive style office chairs are coming to an end. They're too bulky! In 2017, sleek European style executive chairs have become the preferred option of shoppers and interior design teams. They save space, look great, and don't lack in terms of support.

Overstuffed chairs have a lot of padding and a traditional vibe that was once in style. Unfortunately that no longer translates into the efficient comfort needed to operate at peak performance levels. There's no lumbar support, adjustable, arms or waterfall seat edge.

Hot new chair styles like the iOO from Eurotech Seating are changing the the way executives sit. They provide a refreshing look at where the industry is heading, and it's far from those classic overstuffed tufted chairs used in the late 90's.

2.) High Wall Cubicle Systems

Cubicles will always have their place. However, high wall furniture systems are being kicked to the curb as they limit team interaction. The industry has now turned to open concept benching systems that promote creativity and collaboration.

Today's top collaborative benching lines from Global and Mayline offer the modular benefits needed to outfit interiors of any size. Benching systems are cutting edge to stay the least. They boast innovative storage options and surface level power imports that will help streamline your daily tasks.

Traditional cubicle systems are great for privacy, but that's about all. Open concept benching will make your interiors feel far more larger and appealing.

In terms of price, you'll probably even save a bundle by making the switch to collaborative workstations. The upsides are hard to deny! If you're tired of your employees feeling closed off from one another and you're ready to get the creative juices flowing, consider modern cubicle alternatives in 2017 and beyond.

3.) Fixed Leg Training Tables

You'll probably still see this style of table used in classrooms for a few more years. That being said, traditional fixed leg training room tables have pretty much become giant paper weights. Businesses have learned the value of modularity in the workplace.

Cool new folding training room tables with wheels make it easy to maximize floor space. When not in use, they can be effectively nested along perimeter walls without the heavy lifting required by fixed leg variations.

Today's top brands are rapidly discontinuing fixed leg table collections. On the flip side, we're seeing innovative modular like those from the Bungee collection really hit their stride. With the ability to connect and form both conference and training layouts, the possibilities are truly endless. Don't allow your business to be sucked into the old school fixed leg way of thinking. Go modular. You'll be glad you did!

4.) Sit To Stand Keyboard Trays

You've seen the commercials. You've read the articles. Sit to stand desktop risers are rapidly becoming a staple in home and business work environments. As we sit for long periods of time, our muscles begin to stiffen up and blood flow is restricted. This causes productivity levels to drop and comes with long term health risks.

To solve the problem, manufacturers started crafting sit to stand workplace solutions. It started with keyboard trays and then moved to monitor arms. This year, the two products have combined with the modern desktop riser. Now, sit to stand keyboard trays and monitor arms are becoming obsolete.

Purchasing a sit to stand keyboard tray is great, except you won't be able to raise your monitors to eye level. Purchasing a sit to stand monitor arm is great, except you won't be able to type without hunching over the keyboard. Purchasing both is great, but it requires a big time investment. That's why sit to stand desktop attachments have become so popular. Units like the 5100 model from OFM are incredibly cost effective at just $275.99. They make sit to stand operating a breeze and far more affordable.

5.) Glass Conference Tables

Glass conference room tables are definitely cool. It's hard to deny it! Unfortunately they're not ready to meet the multi media demands of the modern work day. For the same price as a custom glass top table (and probably much less in all honesty), you can outfit your meeting area with an advanced conference table with a powered surface that helps streamline your important corporate strategizing sessions.

In the long run, performance and productivity are far more important than fashion appeal. Powered tables with USB, HDMI, and other awesome inputs will take your presentations to a whole new level.   As an added bonus, today's powered conference tables are also incredibly appealing. You won't give up much by passing on that classy glass top table. The benefits of powered furniture far outweigh the appeal of glass.

Boost Your Boardroom: Elite Seating Solutions From Top Brands

Boardroom comfort starts with the chairs! That's why it's absolutely essential to craft a professional meeting area using supportive seating that doesn't lack in terms of style. That's where we come in. Today on the OfficeAnythin.com blog we'll be showcasing 5 elite office chairs from brands like Global, Eurotech, and Modway that promote next level comfort and the design characteristics needed to earn your space the compliments it deserves.

First up, the Global Karizma series 2761-4. This luxurious high back office chair is available in both designer fabric and leather upholstery options. Even at first glance you'll be drawn into the Karizma's natural contours and polished chrome accents. When paired with Global's "True Response Support System" that allows the seat and back to gently flex to respond to changes in the user's position, this chair is the total package.

Eurotech specializes in the provision of next generation office seating solutions that are perfect for just about any applications imaginable. If you on a mission to boost your boardroom in 2017, we highly recommend their Frasso series. The black leather executive style boardroom chairs from this best selling collection pack a major ergonomic punch and the trend setting design characteristics to match. Frasso chairs are sleek, comfortable, and contemporary; Everything you need to make your meeting area pop!

Shopping for boardroom seating on a budget? No problem! Modway has you covered. Their Euro inspired office chairs are ultra stylish and cost effective. Take one look at their EEI-232 model Vibe chair and you'll see what we mean. This high back conference chair with diamond stitched back pattern is sure to impress even the harshest critics. If you're feeling the Vibe, it can be yours for just $235.99 in a choice of 4 quick shipping color options.

Now let's check out a little something for the big and tall boardroom guests. The OFM model 811-LX Avenger series office chair with cream leather upholstery is ready, willing, and able to accommodate meeting area guests up to 500 pounds. It's one of the most heavy duty conference rom chairs on the market. With durable and easy to clean upholstery, a 5" thick extra wide padded seat, and 1" thick armrests, the Avenger means business!

Last but certainly not least, allow us to introduce one of the hottest new mesh back boardroom chairs on the market, the Ovation from SitWell. Known for their commitment to comfort, SitWell's Ovation chair does not disappoint. The breathable mesh back will keep you and your guests feeling nice and light without sacrificing the key support needed to get through long group strategizing sessions. Additionally, the Ovation series high back mesh office chair from SitWell comes equipped with a classy chrome frame and base that will no doubt distinguish your boardroom from the competition.

Modular Solutions: Global Total Office SideBar Series

When it comes to modular office furniture, Global knows their stuff. This industry leader has made it their mission to craft elite modular systems designed to promote collaboration and creativity in the workplace. Today we'll take an in-depth look at their best selling SideBar benching collection and the unique features that have made it a premier option for office remodeling projects in 2017.

The SideBar benching collection was designed as an alternative to traditional cubicle systems that make office interiors feel closed off. With SideBar components, you can easily craft multi user work floors with an open concept vibe.

SideBar furniture is distinctively modern. With more than 20 unique finish options, putting your personal spin on the office is easier than ever. SideBar desks and modular office storage components can even be spec'd in two tone finish combinations that are a favorite of today's top design teams.

It's all about creativity in 2017! With an open concept office furniture configuration from the SideBar collection, the ideas will be steady flowing. The array of interchangeable modular components from SideBar can be used to create group cluster desks for interiors of any size. The options are truly limitless.

If you're ready to think outside the box with your office remodeling project, SideBar is the perfect option. From top to bottom, this collection is elite. The ability to craft upscale work environments that are up to date with today's hottest trends is incredibly appealing. As an added bonus, SideBar is one of the most cost effective open concept benching lines on the market today.

Global thought of everything with SideBar. It's what they do! The modular office benches boast connectable surfaces with integrated wire management ports. While traditional systems feature grommets that are never where you need them to be, the SideBar wire management trough provides a far more efficient alternative that helps streamline operations.

Tired of those old school metal file cabinets that serve as corporate eye sores? Global has you covered. The modular storage solutions from SideBar are a breath of fresh air. From mobile file pedestals with cushion tops that double as stools, to surface level organizers that come in handy when organizing documents, SideBar is ready, willing, and able to meet your storage demands in style.

We love that with SideBar you don't have to settle. If you're going for an average office interior, this collection isn't for you. SideBar is cutting edge and ready to work. You'll be hard pressed to find more versatile and functional furniture on the market today. With the open concept movement showing no signs of slowing down, SideBar is poised for success in 2017 and beyond. Check out SideBar's capabilities at a Global showroom near you and you'll never settle for anything less. This line is an absolute winner in the workplace.

Create Elite Office Interiors with Open Concept Benching

The open concept movement is in full swing. These days traditional privacy cubicles are being kicked to the curb in exchange for collaborative benching systems that encourage team interaction. Today on the OfficeAnything.com blog, we'll highlight the hottest benching collections on the market designed to create elite interiors that are up to date with today's corporate standards.

Nobody does open concept benching systems better than Global Total Office. Take one look at their SideBar collection and you'll see what we mean. This line of modular components can be used to create elite interiors of any size. With SideBar furniture, the possibilities are endless. This fashionable line boasts cutting edge power options, unique storage components, and elite finish options that are like nothing you've ever seen.

In addition to their SideBar collection, you'll also want to check out Global's Bridges II line. The modern components from Bridges II are easy to spec and integrate without a headache. With a blast of industrial flair, Bridges II is the perfect alternative to traditional cubicle systems in 2017 and beyond.

While the competition scrambles to keep up, the team at Mayline is hard at work crafting elite office furniture that sets industry changing trends in motion. Their e5 modular desking collection offers open concept benching solutions with high end appeal. With thousands of components available, you'll likely need the help of a pro to get your interior just the way you want it. That being said, it's well worth it. While e5 isn't a DIY remodeling line, it's one of the absolute best options for your business.

Mayline's industrially inspired TransAction collection is also worth serious consideration by any business looking to shift their work floor into elite status. New Mayline components from the TransAction collection are ultra durable and built to last. The power upgrades available with TransAction are second to none. They put the inputs you need, where you need them, when you need them. In terms of operational functionality and versatility, TransAction is in a league of its own.

Collaborative benching systems are rapidly becoming the industry standard as they promote team creativity and positive interaction. That being said, open concept systems are still pretty pricey. If you're looking to jump on board with this booming movement without breaking the bank, the Cherryman Amber collection is the way to go. It may not have all the power bells and whistles found on today's hottest benching lines, but it's still a fantastic option for any growing business. Amber components provide high end appeal and professional grade craftsmanship. With frosted glass modesty panels, you're space will have the same great look as the competition, except they made 4 times the investment. In terms of value, Amber is the best option on the market today.

Auto Responding Office Chairs Are All The Rage!

Do less and achieve more. Who doesn't like the sound of that? It's what today's auto responding office chairs are all about. Brands like Global Total Office, Mayline, and RFM Preferred Seating are paving the way for headache free comfort with elite "Smart Chairs" that take the guess work out of perfect posture. Today on the blog we'll showcase 2017's hottest auto responders and the attributes that have made them all the rage.

Nobody offers a larger selection of office chairs with auto responding ergonomic features than Global. Seating solutions like the Shadow promote healthy posture without the need to constantly pull levers and adjust tension knobs throughout the day. The 2710L model from the Shadow collection was one of the first smart chairs on the market. It remains one of the best options today for executives looking to get comfy while simultaneously promoting a luxurious and modern office vibe.

Global's newest smart chair is the Arti. It minimizes the ergonomic learning curve to ensure operator's are at their best throughout task filled days. This advanced task chair automatically responds to user movements and articulates like the human spine. Sit in it once and you'll never settle for anything less.

Mayline has jumped on board the smart chair train in a major way. Their Living chair is ultra cool and equally versatile. The passive seat slider mechanism, weigh activated seat, and flexible back work together to provide elite comfort. The Living chair is currently available for $420.99, making it one of the best auto responding office chair buys of 2017.

Nearly a decade in the making, the RFM Preferred Seating Verte series office chair is the result of countless hours spent by today's most respected engineers and ergonomists. Still considered one of the most high end executive seating solutions on the market, the Verte features 11 torsion spring loaded joints lining the chair back that allow it to automatically take an exact impression of its users vertebrae.

Last but certainly not least, no article on today's hottest office chairs would be complete without showcasing the iOO from Eurotech Seating. This auto responder provides an unravel sitting experience. The tilt tension control automatically adapts to the weight of the user to provide just the right amount of resistance when computing naturally. The waterfall style seat provides awesome padding and takes the pressure off the user's knees when working to improve blood flow. The iOO is the perfect option for the modern work day. It's multi functional arms, back, and frame work in harmony. It's like sitting on a cloud! The best part is, the iOO is super easy to master. As the office chair is only as good as it's owner, you don't want a complicated chair that requires a masters degree to understand and use properly. With the iOO you'll be at peak performance levels in no time. This chair is the real deal and then some.

Mayline Escalate Seating Promotes Appeal and Versatility

When it comes to furniture and seating, Mayline knows their stuff. This industry leader takes pride in crafting high end products for just about every professional interior imaginable. When you make a ton of great furniture like Mayline does, crafting chairs to match is a no-brainer. Mayline's popular Escalate collection has become a favorite of interior design teams looking to promote appeal and versatility. Today on the blog we'll showcase this trending line and it's unique benefits. Prepare to be impressed!

The Escalate collection offers a variety of bar height and dining height seating options. The chairs from this line feature heavy duty plastic seats and backs that are ultra durable and easy to clean. When paired with polished frame accents, Escalate keeps it simple with just the right amount of modern flair.

When you're remodeling large office common areas, you need a lot of chairs. Needless to say, it can get expensive. Have no fear, Mayline has your back. Their escalate series ESC2 model plastic guest chairs are sold in affordable 4 packs for just $399.99. The matching bar stool from this popular line is sold in 2 packs for $288.99. Now that's value!

Escalate chairs can be used effectively to promote appeal and versatility in a variety of professional settings. The ESC2 side chair is perfect for training room, private office, and guest reception area applications. Escalate series easy to clean plastic bar stools are ideal for bistro and cafe seating needs as they're built to last.

The ability to stack Escalate guest chairs on user friendly dolly's is also a nice feature that should not be overlooked. When it's time to clean and reconfigure your space, simply load up your chairs and move them out of the way. If you're hosting corporate events outdoors, you can roll out your dolly full of Escalate chairs, configure them as you wish, then bring them back in with far less trips.

The Escalate multi purpose guest seating collection is an absolute winner. In both traditional black and modern white finish options, these versatile chairs can really do it all. Escalate provides exceptional value and appeal that's sure to benefit your business for years. It's hard to give this well rounded and cost effective line anything other than a 4 out of 5 star rating.

We'd like to see a few more cool color options like red and gray, but that's our only real critique. If you need stackable guest chairs and durable bar stools, Escalate is the way to go. In a world where shoppers have to be weary of cheap knock offs and imitations, it's nice to know that some manufacturers take pride in crafting chairs that are built to last.

Optimizing The Office: Elite Conference Tables of 2017

In our new series Optimizing The Office we're showcasing next level office furniture that's ready, willing, and able to meet the demands of the modern work day while simultaneously promoting high end corporate appeal. That being said, if you want to take your conference room to the next level, the tables featured today are a must consider for your business.

It doesn't get better than the Global Total Office Zira series. This full service furniture line offers open concept workstations, designer reception stations, and of course, power ready conference room tables that outperform the competition. Global Zira conference room furniture will streamline collaborative efforts in no time. With advanced USB, HDMI, AC, and Ethernet inputs, Zira tables like the Z48144BE are in a league of their own.

Mayline is no slouch in the conference table department either. The tables from their TransAction collection offer heavy duty bases and scratch resistant laminate surfaces that are built to last. Popular TransAction series conference room tables like the TAC8TB are completely customizable. Business can choose from a wide range of inputs, surface finishes, and shapes to meet their specific meeting area needs.

Powered tables were once considered luxury items with hefty price tags. As the industry continues to evolve, manufacturers like Mayline have made this style of table the industry standard. The best part is, now your business can enjoy the benefits of powered furniture without breaking the bank. In 2017, the Medina conference room furniture collection has become the preferred choice of design teams, industry professionals, and shoppers on a budget. The MNC8 model Medina table features an 8' long hybrid boat shaped top available in 5 quick shipping finish options for just $520.99. Optional factory installed power modules are available for just $235.00. If you've shopped around, you'll know this is an absolute bargain!

In addition to powered conference tables, businesses are also promoting versatility and functionality with modular boardroom solutions. Take one look at the Cherryman Industries AM-410N table with an expandable top and you'll quickly see what we mean. This oval shaped table can meet the needs of just about any corporate gathering. As an added bonus, it's just $702.00.

Last but certainly not least, businesses looking to craft elite conferencing environments will definitely want to check out the 9012 model Endure table from OFM. With swivel out seats, you'll save a bundle on conference chairs. This large rectangular table boasts a standing height surface with integrated power modules for streamlined operating. The standing height surface is a big time plus as it prevents the need for extended sits that can be damaging to your valued employees health during corporate strategizing sessions. The 9012 Endure table offers a heavy duty industrial vibe that's sure to earn your interior an abundance of compliments. If you're ready to think outside the box with your boardroom makeover project, Endure tables are an awesome option for your business.