8 Corporate Remodeling Trends Sure To Be Trending This Spring

Spring is just around the corner! If you're ready to kick this cold weather to the curb, you're not alone.  Today on the OfficeAnything.com blog, we're taking a look ahead to help you keep your professional interiors up to date this season. Here we'll be showcasing 8 must know design trends that will take your work environments to the next level. From open concept deign strategies to modular lounge furniture, the Spring of 2017 is going to be very exciting in the corporate remodeling world.

1.) Open Concept Design

It's all about open concept design in 2017. The ability to make office interiors feel more open while simultaneously maximizing square footage is too much for the average business to pass up. If your work floor is still boxed in with traditional cubicle and panel furniture systems, it's time for an upgrade. Think outside the box with your corporate remodeling project this Spring and go with an open concept office design that promotes high end appeal and efficient work flow.

2.) Collaborative Benching

We mentioned above that traditional cubicles are are being kicked to the curb. Businesses are upgrading their interiors with collaborative benching systems that promote team interaction. It's as simple as this, when employees work together, good ideas start to flow. While cubicles encourage privacy, modern multi user office benching systems from brands like Global Total Office encourage positive collaboration and streamlined functionality.

3.) Ribbed Back Conference Chairs

Here's a trend that's been in full swing for a while. The ribbed back conference room seating movement is showing no signs of diminished popularity. As traditional executive style conference chairs take up too much space, European style ribbed back variations will help your business maximize the number of guests that can be accommodated around your boardroom table without sacrificing comfort and corporate appeal.

4.) White Office Furniture

If you're tired of traditional furniture finish options like cherry and maple. Step outside the box this spring with ultra cool white office furniture. The use of white office furniture will make your interior look clean and sophisticated. White office components are modern without being too over the top. Once incorporated into your project, be sure to make your space stand out with an accenting office chair in a trendy color like red, bright green, or even gray!

5.) Sit To Stand Workstations

Sit to stand operating is the latest craze. If you're looking to hop on board with this trend, there's two main ways to do it. The first is with an electronic table or desk that raises and lowers at the push of a button. Brands like Mayline and Global Total Office offer the best options on the market. The second way is a bit more cost effective. It involves purchasing a sit to stand desktop riser that mounts on your existing workstation. We recommend the 5100 model from OFM. It's priced at $275.99 and doesn't lack in terms of quality.

6.) Connectable Training Tables

Kick training room productivity and functionality into overdrive this season with connectable tables. The ability to create unique layouts to meet the needs of any task will have your training room ahead of the curve. Connectable training table collections like Bungee from Global Total Office and Mesa from OFM are a must consider.

7.) Powered Conference Tables

Here's a trend that's truly become the industry standard. Once thought of as high tech luxury items, powered conference tables are now being manufactured by nearly every reputable furniture brand on the planet. The popularity of conference room tables with powered surfaces has brought the price point way down. If you're still wheeling in that squeaky AV cart to host presentations, it's time to check out one of today's best selling powered conference tables. Rest assured, you'll be at no shortage of selection.

8.) Modular Lounge Furniture

Last but certainly not least, it's time to start thinking outside the realm of traditional sofa and lounge chair configurations. This season, businesses looking to maximize floor space and improve the guest visiting experience will be making the switch to modular lounge seating layouts. Popular collections like Wind Linear and River from Global Total Office will provide you business with unrivaled versatility during the design and remodeling process.

Fashion Forward Office Furniture Trending In 2017

Productivity, versatility, and efficiency are all important traits to incorporate into your office remodeling projects. That being said, most shoppers find that style reigns supreme. A well rounded workspace with ergonomic qualities is great, but you no doubt want it to look cool and impress you guests. That being said, you can have both in 2017! Today we'll highlight fashion forward office furniture solutions from the best brands in the biz.

It's all about coastal colors in 2017. If you want to create a beach vibe with your workspace, you need to focus on grays and whites. We recommend the Mayline Medina collection. This line of cutting edge modern office furniture offers the executive style workstations, reception desks, conference tables, and storage accessories needed to kick corporate appeal into over drive. With coastal finish options like Textured Gray Steel and Textured Sea Salt, your interior won't know what hit it.

Think outside the realm of cubicles in 2017. They're old school and out of style. This year, you can't go wrong with open concept workstations that promote collaboration and team interaction while looking great in the process. If you're ready to jump on board with the open concept movement, check out the incredibly fashion forward Princeton collection from Global. With a wide range of modular components, you'll be able to create single and multi user group desk configurations that blow away the competition in terms style and versatility.

Tackling a home office remodel in 2017? Go with a trending mid century modern writing desk like the EEI-293 Tinker from Modway. It'll no doubt earn your the design cred you deserve from your friends and family. Desks like the Tinker are ideal for laptop operating. When paired with a chair to match, you'll be well on your way to crafting the coolest home office on the block.

When you combine modern technology with retro design characteristics, you're bound to turn some heads. Allow us to introduce the heavy duty endure table collection from OFM. These group gathering stations feature swivel out seats, standing height operating surfaces, and powered tops that make device charging a breeze. OFM Endure tables are perfect for break room, bistro, and cafe design projects.

Last but not least, you'll love the fashion forward Verde executive office furniture collection from Cherryman Industries. Available in Latte and Espresso finish options that combine with white accents, Verde is the perfect option for the DIY designer looking for something different. If average office furniture just won't cut it, Verde has your back. Popular configurations are available for both home and business applications. Verde provides exceptional value and the pieces from this line are typically available for immediate shipment. A nice selling point for those up against tight project deadlines.

5 Interior Design Trends for Enhancing Office Appeal

No bones about it, the workplace is a competitive industry. These days, companies need every competitive edge they can get to stay on top, from smart, amiable employees, to quality products, to customer service, and yes, a great looking office. When a place looks good in person, it leaves an impression on those that walk in. If you need to redesign your workplace, here's some professional tips inspired by the trends at NeoCon to help you reel in the clientele!

The Euro Look

No, we haven't been invaded, but the design world certainly has! One of the biggest trends at last year's NeoCon (the birthplace of commercial style and innovation) was the European look, and it's not really a big surprise. With the success of popular office chairs by Eurotech and other European inspired names, it only makes sense that this style is the way to go, and it hasn't gone anyplace yet. Users still love the memorable look of European high backed chairs and desks. They're comfortable, functional, and tricked out with all sorts of ergonomic features to bring out the best in all office spaces, from the waiting area, to the desks.

Earth Tones

Earth tones were a popular trend at last year's convention for obvious reasons. One of the biggest is probably due to the "green" movement and the fact that most offices want to showcase their eco-friendliness. But another reason could have a lot to do with the prevalence of primary colors as an older trend. Bright blues, oranges, reds, and yellows were once a way to stand out in the workplace, but much of it has now become passé, particularly since "coloring book" is a hard look to pull off. Earth tones like greens, tans, whites, and warm grays are cozy and comfortable, especially covering affordable lounge furniture for waiting rooms at the office. Not only do they tend to match almost anything, but they're also familiar to guests and employees alike.

High Tech

It's probably safe to say that technology won't be going anywhere, especially in the workplace. Heck! Half the workplaces nowadays are likely run through e-commerce more than anything else. Trying to predict the future of the high tech world can be a little like, well, trying to predict the future. Most of us have no idea where it's going to go, but today's tech gives us a good starting point to guess from. With a little research on computer innovation, business owners can have a good sense of where the tech world is headed so they can buy furniture accordingly. It's best to have things like office desks with modern design that leave room for technological advances with devices such as power outlets. Choosing chairs with tablets allows users a place to set laptops should they have need of them in the office or lobby.

Great Upholsteries

Buyers can never go wrong with fabric or leather as long as they choose the right colors and patterns to represent their workspace. However, keeping up with what's new is a great way to stay on top. The secret has sort of gotten out that stylish mesh back chairs with ergonomic are comfortable as well as affordable, but that doesn't make them any less modern. These chairs are starting to be seen almost everywhere, which may lead most to believe the style is on it's way out, but mesh chairs are more than just a pretty upholstery. They're incredibly functional, offering both support and breathable fabric. Another trendy upholstery from last year's NeoCon is felt. This soft plushy fabric covered everything, floor to ceiling. It's appealing, easy to cut, and easy to cover with, making it a favorite DIY fans and business owners alike.

An Open Workspace

The success of large companies like Google, Facebook, and other multi-national web giants has actually led to a remarkable office innovation. Many of these companies swear their success is do to more than just web output and innovative ideas. It is also due to the spread of those ideas, which is part of why open desking is such a huge trend. When coworkers aren't blocked by cubicle walls, they're likely working together at modular workstations for business use. These inventions are basically big desks where employees can work side-by-side, with plenty of space. Open modular desking and training areas improve the spread of revolutionary ideas to build companies upon.