A Look Back At 2016's Hottest Office Furniture Collections

What an amazing year it's been in the office furniture world! Brands like Mayline, Global Total Office, and Cherryman rocked interiors with trend setting collections. As 2016 winds to a close, we thought it would be fun to take a look back at the 5 hottest lines of the year. From Medina to Mesa, these full service collections made it easier than ever to kick corporate appeal into overdrive.

1.) Medina

The Mayline Medina office furniture collection was 2016's big winner. With cutting edge finish options like Gray Steel and Textured Sea Salt, Medina quickly became a favorite of interior design teams and shoppers alike. Around August, new Mayline Medina desks and conference tables became so popular that customers across the country were forced to deal with lengthy back order times. Thankfully, Mayline has gotten things under control! Medina products are officially ready for shipment again.

2.) Zira

When average office furniture just won't cut it, turn to modular components from the Global Zira collection. This year, open desking was hot and no line boosted it's popularity more than Zira. The open concept office furniture solutions from Zira promote collaboration and team interactions in professional settings. In addition to open desk configurations, Zira as enhanced with the addition of power ready conference room tables, as well as out of this world guest welcoming stations. If you want to make a lasting impression on your office visitors, go with a custom reception desk from the Global Zira collection in 2017 and beyond!

3.) Sterling

We've already highlighted 1 Mayline office furniture collection, but leaving Sterling out of today's post just wouldn't be fair. This full service line of executive workstations, luxury boardroom tables, and contemporary reception stations was an absolute winner in 2016. With finish options like Textured Driftwood, Mayline Sterling office furniture set the coastal couture trend in motion. If you're going for a modern beachy vibe with your office remodel, Sterling is definitely worth a look. With opaque acrylic accents and unique storage components, this Mayline furniture collection is in a league of it's own.

4.) Amber

Shoppers are always looking for ways to save. That being said, nobody wants to sacrifice quality! That's where Cherryman Industries comes in. Their Amber office furniture collection offers unrivaled value. This line of professional office desks, multi user reception stations, and expandable boardroom table configurations continues to make it's way onto best seller lists year after year. Amber furnishings are available in 5 quick shipping finish options to help meet tight makeover deadlines. If funds are tight, Amber will keep your work environments up to date with the latest trend without breaking the bank.

5.) Mesa

Last but certainly not least, the retro-industrial look was hot in 2016. No line showcased these popular design traits more than the Mesa collection from OFM. With metal office desks, new standing height tables, and flip top training tables, Mesa continues to be an excellent option for professional interiors looking to go heavy duty. The all new standing desks and training tables from OFM and their best selling Mesa collection are of particular note. The standing desks promote continuous movement in the workplace while the flip top tables help maximize floor space. Mesa products are extremely well made, easy to use, and surprisingly affordable.

Industry Favorites: Aberdeen by Mayline

When it comes to professional office furniture, nobody does it better than Mayline. This respected manufacturer specializes in the provision of top rated collections like Aberdeen, a full service line geared towards helping shoppers maximize corporate appeal without breaking the budget. This year, the Aberdeen collection is enjoying a renewed vigor with an all new finish option known as Gray Steel. Design teams and industry pro's are abuzz. Aberdeen is a big time winner in 2016!

Crafting an elite executive interior isn't always easy. Thankfully, the pre-configured typicals from the Aberdeen collection are available to help shoppers avoid breaking the bank while simultaneously capitalizing on the hottest trends. With a variety of L shaped, bow front, and luxury configurations Available, Aberdeen has you covered. Layouts like the AT2 have a little something for everybody. With ample operating space and storage components, Mayline Aberdeen executive desk sets are what makes this collection a favorite of industry professionals!

A cool reception desk goes a long way towards making a lasting impression on office guests. With the right guest welcoming station, you'll be able to quickly wow your visitors and earn your reception are the positive compliments it deserves. In terms of reception area remodeling projects, the Aberdeen collection has been a favorite industry professionals for years. Aberdeen stations provide exceptional value and appeal with translucent transaction screens and high quality craftsmanship.

Get ready to rock your meeting area! The tables from the Aberdeen collection are a can't miss, budget friendly solution for your interior. With multiple sizes available, the boat shaped conference tables from the Aberdeen collection are perfect for small and large gathering areas. The most popular, ACTB8 model 8' conference table from the Aberdeen collection is a must consider for any boardroom remodel at just $639.99.

Storage and organizing components are often forgotten and seldom garner the appreciation they deserve. That's not the case with this industry favorite line! Aberdeen offers versatile desk pedestals that make it easy to keep important documents nice and neat throughout busy work days. In addition, Aberdeen offers executive style low wall cabinets that work great in high end private offices, as well as boardroom environments. With 5 quicks shipping finishes available, you won't have to settle for lack luster metal filing solutions that do little to help you impress important clientele.

Collection of The Year: Medina by Mayline

The Mayline Medina collection took the office furniture world by storm in 2015. This full service line of professional office desks, reception stations, conference tables, and storage solutions offers everything you need to transform your interiors into works of art. With trend setting new finish option, pre-configured executive furniture layouts, and an unmatched attention to detail, the Medina collection was no doubt the hottest furniture collection of the year.

Medina desks from Mayline are in a league of their own. Even at first glance you'll notice the perfect blend of modern and traditional design characteristics showcased by these amazing workplace solutions. Medina desks are available in both 63" and 72" wide variations that can be enhanced with returns and desk extensions for additional work surface space. Lots of great Medina executive desk packages are available to simplify your office remodeling project.

The receptionist stations for sale in the Medina collection will no doubt wow your valued office guests. These contemporary welcome desks are available in rectangular and L shaped variations. Medina reception desks feature a blend of laminate work surfaces, glass transaction counters, and silver metal trim. All models are available with or without storage to meet your specific organizing needs.

This year, it was all about powering up the conference room! Unfortunately, most of the powered conference tables available in 2015 came with hefty price tags that the average consumer couldn't realistically justify. Thankfully, Mayline gave us affordable, functional, and incredibly stylish powered conference tables from the Medina collection. These modern tables features straight sides, curved ends, and silver modesty panels. Popular sizes from 8' to 16' are available to meet your meeting area needs. All of the modern conference table models from the Medina collection can be enhanced with addition of basic power modules that include AC and data inputs for just over two hundred bucks each. When compared to other models in the industry, Medina tables offer unmatched value.


To be at your best, you'e got to be well organized! The Mayline Medina Furniture Line offers the desk pedestals, low wall cabinets, and filing solutions you'll need to get the job done right. Many of Medina's desk packages and reception station layouts include wall cabinets and pedestals to simplify your organizing needs. All of Medina's bookcases and storage products are also available individually.


What sets the Medina collection apart are it's amazing finish options. As consumers were searching for new and innovative ways to step outside the realm of traditional finish options like cherry and maple, Mayline gave us Medina at just the right time! Trend setting tones like Gray Steel, Textured Sea Salt, Brown Sugar, and Mocha made it easy to create amazing spaces. Medina showcases a commitment to quality craftsmanship and excellence that we've come to expect from Mayline. Look for this collection to continue it's dominance in 2016 and beyond.