Design Advice: Select Furniture That Inspires Creativity!

Corporate appeal is important, but when the time comes to remodel your office interiors, don't forget about creativity. Crafting work environments that inspire creativity will help you take your business to the next level. Lucky for you, today's top office furniture brands are hard at work designing the products needed to achieve both high end appeal and creativity like we've never seen before.

Traditional cubicle systems are rapidly becoming a thing of the past. Why you ask? Because they make employees feel closed off from one another. When this happens, creativity is limited. That's why this year, furniture brands like Mayline are striving to promote healthy collaboration with open concept benching systems. The modular components from furniture collections like e5 make it easier than ever to create group desk layouts that keep employees involved with one another. Don't settle for subpar panel furniture that lacks the ability to keep up with the demands of your modern business. Get the creative juices flowing with a collaborative benching system!

Mayline isn't the only manufacturer crafting collaborative office furniture systems designed for improved creativity. Not by a long shot! If you want to rock your remodel in 2017, check out the Bridges II collection from Global. This high tech line makes it easier than ever to think outside the box. If you're tired of traditional workstations and want to inspire your employees, Bridges II is the way to go.

Take your quest for improved creativity to the training room with connectable tables. We recommend those from the OFM Mesa series. They're cost effective, stylish, and down right versatile. These folding training room tables with wheels can be quickly configured for groups of any size. When not in use, Mesa tables can be housed horizontally along perimeter walls to maximize square footage.

Great ideas are always flowing in the conference room. Don't limit them with a non-powered table. If you're ready to streamline boardroom functionality, save time, and inspire your valued employees, go with a conference table that has a powered top to get the job the job done right.

While you're at it, why not help your guests get creative while they wait for appointments? Sure a traditional sofa and lounge chair configuration will get the job done, but there's definitely a better way to skin the cat. Powered lounge chairs with tablet arms and connectable guest seating is now the preferred choice for welcoming areas. The ability to improve the guest experience is simply too much for the average business to pass up. Powered chairs and tablet arm seating solutions allow visitors to work while the way, thus keeping them more entertained and of course, creative!

Last but not least, you'll want to select office chairs for your interiors that don't limit functionality and restrict creativity. Let's put it this way, if you're employees are constantly twisting chair tension knobs and pulling mechanism levers, they're far from focused. Why not select chairs that minimize the ergonomic learning curve and take the guess work out of getting comfortable. Today's self adjusting ergonomic task chairs are the way to go. Chairs like the Arti from Global Total Office and the Living chair from Mayline automatically respond to user movements to provide top notch support. Purchasing "smart chairs" is just plain smart. They'll cut down on the time spent adjusting for perfect posture and increase the time available for collaboration and creativity.

5 Rules To Follow When Remodeling Your Office Interiors

Taking on an office remodeling project? You're in the right place! Here at the OfficeAnything.com blog we take pride in helping our readers create incredible work environments that are up to date with the latest trends. Today, we'll take a look at the 5 rules you'll need to follow to do just that from start to finish. Enjoy!

1.) Measure First

Always measure before shopping! There's absolutely nothing worse than assuming furniture will fit properly in your workspace, only to find that it doesn't. To avoid this common office makeover problem, obtain correct dimensions of your interior. Don't rely on old blue prints. Bust out the tape measurer and then double check for accuracy.

Space Planning Tip: When measuring your office space, always be sure to take note of entry ways, power outlets, windows, and room obstructions that will affect the way your furniture fits.

2.) Get Inspired

A little inspiration goes a long way! Before you get to involved in the design and space planning process, visit a showroom in your area. You'll be rewarded with cool finish samples, literature, and product knowledge to apply to your project. If you don't have a showroom, have now fear. You can get inspired for your office makeover project by browsing the web. Check out social sharing sites like Pinterest and Instagram. You'll find awesome ideas that can be easily imitated.

3.) Prep Effectively

It's always important to prep your space before new office furniture arrives. Start by taking pictures of your current furniture configuration if you're planning to sell it maximize your budget. Next, remove any old furniture and give your space a thorough cleaning. Patch old thumb tack holes, bust out a magic eraser to remove scuffs, and vacuum the floors. If you're planning to slap on a fresh coat of paint (always a good idea), nows the time to do it!

4.) Know The Trends

All good designers know the latest trends! Researching and applying the hottest office design trends of the year to your project will help take your interior to the next level.

2016's Top Office Design Trends:

• Gray Wood Finishes
• Smart Chairs
• Mid Century Modern Desking
• Modular Reception Seating
• Powered Lounge Furniture
• Tablet Arm Chairs
• White Leather Office Chairs
• Dual Screen Monitor Mounts
• Industrial and Retro Furniture

5.) The Difference Is In The Details

In the long run, the difference is always in the details. Any professional designer will tell you, the right combination of office add-ons will help improve corporate appeal while skyrocketing productivity. Popular ergonomic computer accessories are the perfect place to start. In addition, you'll want to add aesthetic accents like potted plants, wall art, lamps, and cool area rugs.

Space Planning Tip: Think outside the box when accessorizing your interior. Go for a personalized look with one of a kind items from your local swap meet, antique store, thrift store, or flea market. You'll be able to save big on cool second hand items while creating a unique vibe that can't be duplicated!