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.

Use Your Office Furniture To Improve Work Flow

Work flow is the stream of daily activities that result in increased productivity. A poor layout and inefficient furniture will restrict work flow while simultaneously restricting collaborative efforts amongst employees. Today on the blog we'll teach you how to improve work flow in the most common office areas by using today's top furniture and seating solutions.

Waiting Room

You should always be on the lookout for new ways to improve the guest experience. After all, the waiting room is where first impressions are formed. To improve work flow in the waiting room, you need to avoid constricting your welcoming area with too many chairs and aesthetic accents. Strive for an open concept feel to further improve flow. Integrating tablet arms chairs and powered seating is also a great idea. Making it easy for guests to work while they wait an use their devices will give your reception area the edge. You also need to streamline the check in process. Have a system in place for guests that's quick, concise, and simplified. Needless to say, a well training receptionist equipped with a professional guest welcoming station is near priceless. Your receptionist needs to have important organizational tools at hand. A single file cabinet, just won't cut it. Consider integrating desk pedestals, a wall cabinet, and other innovative new products to boost storage.

Break Room

Sadly, the break room is often left out of the office remodeling budget. That being said, businesses that do invest in modern break room furniture are rewarded with improved work flow. This year, brands like OFM are paving the way in break room settings with innovative new tables like those from their Endure collection. An Endure series standing height table with powered surface and swivel out seats like the 9012 model will make it easy for employees to gather comfortably and strategize during down times. Often, the break room is where ideas are born! Don't let work flow suffer in this essential common area.

Private Office Interiors

In your private office interiors, strive to maximize square footage to improve work flow. An overly furnished workspace will result in highly restricted work flow. Think about your current layout. Is it effective? How can it be improved? Any professional designer will tell you just how important it is to create an open feel with good flow. Depending on the size of your space, you'll want to be able to accommodate up to 3 visitors at a time. Any more than that, and it's time to take your meeting to the conference room. Using open concept office furniture from a collection like e5 by Mayline will help you generate good flow while simultaneously boosting corporate appeal. You'll need to analyze your interior to determine if a traditional executive style U shaped desk configuration, along the wall layout, or corner desk will be best for your personal needs.

Work Floor

The work floor is where the majority of day to day activities are handled. It's also where work flow is made or broken. Interiors with restricted flow are typically outfitted with traditional cubicle and panel furniture systems. Those with efficient flow are likely utilizing open concept benching and multi user workstations built for collaboration. Benching systems and open desking configurations from industry leading brands like Global Total Office encourage team interaction, streamline daily activities, and will help your employees kick productivity levels into overdrive.

Boardroom

Make the switch to modular boardroom furniture in 2017 to improve work flow. With powered modular tables your corporate gathering area will be on the cutting edge. Modular tables that connect can be used in limitless ways. When it comes to configuring your boardroom, you'll be at no shortage of innovative options. The ability to quickly change your layout to meet the needs of any task will greatly improve work flow. We highly recommend the flip top mobilized tables from the Global Bungee collection and Mayline Sync collection.

Bargain Buys: Reliable Office Chairs Under $200.00

You don't have to break the bank to sit in comfort! Today on Bargain Buys we'll be highlighting 5 of our favorite office chairs priced under $200.00. These reliable seating solutions provide exceptional style and the ergonomic features needed to help user's tackle the toughest tasks the modern work day can throw at them. Prepare to be impressed!

We can't say enough good things about the team at Offices To Go. This industry leader specializes in the provision of high quality tasking chairs for the average consumer. If you're looking to avoid busting the budget on a new ergo chair, check out the OTG 11516B. This high back mesh swivel chair comes standard with adjustable arms, a multi functional mechanism, and much more for just $179.99.

The all new chairs from the OFM Essentials Seating collection have taken the office remodeling world by storm. This popular line has become an instant favorite for conference room, executive office, and home makeover projects. We highlight recommend the ESS-6030 model Essentials executive chair priced at $120.99. Available in a choice of black and brown upholstery options, this cost effective office chair works perfect in both modern and traditionally inspired areas.

Pump up the comfort with the EEI-2216 model Pump chair from Modway. This ergonomic mesh back task chair simplifies the sitting experience. While most of today's fancy chairs come with an intensive learning curve, the Pump works to provide it's operator with exceptional support and limited adjusting. The EEI-2216 features a contoured back that avoids restricting upper body movement. The arms, thick padded seat, and mechanism work together to form a supremely reliable chair priced respectably at $179.99.

Going for a modern executive vibe with your office remodeling project? No problem! Our next Bargain Buy has you covered. The B9331 model leather office chair from Boss is an absolute steal at just $186.99. This comfortable chair is packed with lovable features including thick pillow top cushions that'll make you feel like you're sitting on a cloud.

Last but not least, allow us to introduce one of our favorite chairs from Flash Furniture. The BT-9826H-WH-GG model white leather conference chair with ribbed back design and polished chrome features falls squarely inline with today's hottest seating trends. This high back chair is sleek, stylish, and surprisingly comfortable. With such a slim design, you might be thinking this popular office chair lacks comfort. We're here to tell you it's simply not the case. The BT-9826H-WH-GG chair will keep your meeting area guests sitting perfectly supported during extended strategizing sessions. Knowing your new chairs only cost $185.99 can be your little secret! If white isn't your thing, you'll be happy to know that this stylish and cost effective office chair is also available in traditional color options like black and brown.

Trend Spotting: White Office Furniture and Chairs Are In!

Here at the OfficeAnything.com blog we love to keep our readers up to date with the hottest office design trends. If you're planning to tackle a professional makeover project this month, you're in the right place! Today we'll be showcasing ultra cool white office furniture and seating solutions from reputable brands like Mayline and Modway that will keep your work environments on the cutting edge of corporate fashion.

Have you had a chance to check out the textured sea salt office furniture from the Mayline Medina collection? Talk about wow factor! This full service line offers swanky modern desks, power ready, conference room tables, and reception stations that will earn your interiors the compliments they deserve. The Mayline Medina collection has become a favorite of professional design teams and shoppers alike. With it's budget friendly price point and wide range of components, Medina is a must consider in 2017!

The team at Modway is fully on board with the white office furniture and seating movement. Cool Modway desks like the Warp are absolutely perfect for home remodeling projects. This designer desk with mid century modern style is a real conversation starter. The EEI-1188 Warp desk is currently available for $708.99. This white desk even features 3 drawers for file and stationary storage.

White office chairs from Woodstock Marketing are perfect for conference room and executive office remodeling projects. We absolutely love their Joplin series chair as it features a trendy ribbed back look that will help you maximize the number of guests that can be comfortably accommodated around your meeting table. The Joplin is a far cry from the traditional over stuffed executive style conference chairs commonly used in years passed. This chair best exemplifies how the seating world is changing in 2017.

Maximize reception area appeal with a custom white welcoming station from the Global Adaptabilities collection. This upscale office furniture line offers modular capabilities that put it in a league of its own. Adaptabilities collection reception desks can be configured for single and multi user applications. You can even go with a two tone finish combination to showcase your design ingenuity.

If you really want to modernize your interiors, check out the white accented office furniture from the Cherryman Verde line. Popular executive desk configurations like the VL-707N provide exceptional storage and operating space. If you're tired of the same old furniture styles and finish options, you'll no doubt find the components from the Verde collection incredibly refreshing.

Last but not least, we wanted to end today's Trend Spotting post with a bang! Allow us to introduce the Eurotech Nuvem series white leather executive recliner. This wood accented lounger provides unrivaled comfort and support. The integrated head rest and tablet arm work together to help users make it through those tough days at the office. It's easy to image this chair and ottoman combo serving as a cutting edge fantasy football command center in the living room. The Nuvem is truly cutting edge and luxurious. It's unlike anything on the market today. If you're ready to think outside the box with your office interior, give the Nuvem your full attention. You'll be glad you did!

Furniture Fashion: 2017's Coolest Conference Tables

Are you ready to impress your valued conference room guests while simultaneously improving productivity? You're in the right place! Today on Furniture Fashion we'll be showcasing 2017's coolest conference room tables. These meeting area solutions from reputable brands like Global Total Office, Cherryman Industries, and Mayline are the best in the business. Prepare to be impressed!

Nobody does professional furniture for the conference room better than the team at Global Total Office. This industry leader takes pride in crafting the absolute best collections on the market with everything needed to fully furnish your space. This year, the tables from Global's Bungee collection have been the preferred choice of interior design teams and businesses alike. They offer the modular versatility needed to promote an open concept vibe while simultaneously improving collaboration.

Don't think for a second that Global is the only brand doing big things in the boardroom. Take one look at Cherryman's expandable conference room tables from the Amber collection and you'll quickly see what we mean. Popular models like the AM-410N can be used to host corporate gatherings of any size. At its largest, the AM-410N reaches 168" in length. At just $702.00, it's one of the largest and most versatile conference room tables at this price point.

We can't say enough good things about Mayline in 2017. Their Medina collection has cemented itself as the premier option for businesses looking to enhance conference, executive office, and reception areas without breaking the bank and sacrificing style. Popular Mayline Medina series boardroom tables like the MNC14 can be outfitted with up to 3 power modules to help streamline meetings and group strategizing sessions. At $965.99, this designer conference room table with optional power modules priced at $235.99 each can be yours in 5 quick shipping finishes.

Going for a more traditional vibe? No problem! You can't go wrong with the wood veneer conference furniture from Offices To Go and their popular Margate collection. This line of upscale executive style furnishings provides an exceptional blend of quality, style, and value. Margate tables are available in 2 luxurious finish options that offer classic good looks that never go out of style.

Last but certainly not least, no article on fashionable conference room tables would be complete without highlighting at least one table from the team at OFM. This year, OFM is tearing up the furniture world with popular products for just about every interior imaginable. That being said, it simply doesn't get cooler than their Endure collection. This line of standing height office tables with powered surfaces and swivel out seats offers a heavy duty industrial vibe that's sure to earn any gathering area the compliments it deserves. If you're ready to step outside the realm of traditional conference furniture and into the new age, give a popular Endure table like the 9008 a look. They're available in 3 surface and base finish combinations that blend modern and traditional elements. Endure tables are truly in a league of their own. While others try their best to imitate the latest trends, OFM is hard at work setting new ones in motion.

5 Ergo Minded Office Remodeling Tips for 2017

Are you on the hunt for ways to make your office interior more ergonomically correct in 2017? You're in the right place! Today on The Office Anything Blog we'll provide you with 5 helpful tips to keep in mind when remodeling your workspace. Working smart and working healthy go hand in hand. These insightful pointers will have you at your best in no time.

1.) The Chair Is Only As Good As Its Owner

You don't need to rush out and purchase the most expensive ergonomic office chair for your remodeling project. Sure it probably has some great features. That being said, you need to select a chair based on your personal needs and body type. When selecting a new office chair for your workspace, take the time to consult with the professionals about your current areas of discomfort. They'll help you choose a chair outfitted with the features needed to solve your problems. In the long run, the office chair is only as good as its owner. You have to take the time to master your chair and its adjustments to get the most out of it. Spending a fortune on a chair won't do much for your operational comfort if you don't take the time to understand its benefits and put them to use. In truth, you can find a highly comfortable ergonomic office chair that will help reduce back pain and improve posture from a brand like Global Total Office, Eurotech, or Offices To Go for under $350.00.

2.) Not All Computer Accessories Are Created Equal

All too often, consumers try to incorporate too many ergonomic computer accessories into their remodeling projects. This typically results in very few of them being put to use properly. It's best to integrate ergonomic add-ons one at a time.

We recommend starting with an articulating keyboard tray. It will help you compute at correct and healthy angles while simultaneously increasing the amount of usable desk space present at your workstation. From there, you can move on to a dual monitor system that will help keep your screens at eye level while reducing the time spent flipping through tabs. If you want to take things a step further, consider integrating an under mount CPU holder that will attach below your desk surface. This will provide you with lots of extra knee space while protecting your important digital information from water damage and theft.

We highly recommend selecting ergonomic products from a brand you can trust. This year you can't go wrong with the computer accessories from brands like Mayline, Systematix, ESI Ergonomic Solutions, and Symmetry Office.

3.) Sit To Stay Operating Is The Way of The Future

When remodeling your office interiors, you need to keep the benefits of sit to stand operating in mind. As sitting for extended periods of time can actually shorten your life span, integrating a sit to stand work surface into your space is just plain smart. With a sit to stand office desk you'll be able to reduce fatigue and improve blood flow by promoting continuous movement.

You can't go wrong with high quality sit to stand products from reputable brands like Mayline and Global Total Office. If you're looking to retrofit your current space, consider adding a sit to stand desktop riser from a brand like OFM or Systematix.

4.) Focus On Productivity

In the long run, it's all about productivity. Before purchasing a product for your ergo minded office interior, ask yourself "will it make me more productive"? If the answer is no, you can probably save the money. Today's top ergonomic products improve productivity by promoting healthy posture, versatility, blood flow, and functionality. We've provided a few of our favorites below.

• OFM 5100 Desktop Riser
• ESI Ergorise Station
• Symmetry Office Harmony CPU Holder
• Mayline EZKC2 Dual Screen Monitor Arm
• Systematix Volante Station

5.) Continue To Evolve

Last but not least, you have to be ready to evolve as your personal needs change. Don't think that you can take a set it and forget it approach to long term comfort. Those with this mindset often find themselves suffering from common office epidemics that result in diminished productivity levels. You have to keep yourself up to date with new and innovative ways to promote good posture and blood flow while reducing fatigue and strain. While your interior is likely on the cutting edge today, it might not be in the coming years. Don't be afraid to evolve and educate yourself in order to stay ahead of the ergonomic learning curve. This year for example, advanced task chairs that automatically respond to user movements have become the latest craze. Seating solutions like the Living Chair from Mayline really take the guess work out of getting comfortable while minimizing the need to remember long lists of posture tips.

Shop Smart: March Reception Desk Deals

The month is just getting started and it's a great time to save big. Today on Shop Smart we're highlighting budget friendly guest reception desks from brands like Mayline, Offices To Go, and Cherryman Industries. These stylish stations offer the perfect combination of value and appeal. Prepare to be impressed!

We can't say enough good things about the Mayline Aberdeen collection. This long time favorite line of interior design teams and industry professionals is now available in a stunning gray steel laminate finish option that's a must consider for any business looking to keep their welcoming area up to date with 2017's hottest trends. Popular Mayline Aberdeen guest reception stations are now available starting at $659.99. Talk about value!

Okay value shoppers, you don't want to miss this end of February reception desk deal. The Offices To Go SL-O model dark mahogany reception desk is currently available for $619.99. With it's L shaped design, this spacious reception station provides it's user with plenty of operating area. The integrated Box Box File style filing pedestal is perfect for important stationary and regularly used documents. Additional finish options are available.

Cherryman Industries specializes in the provision of high quality office furniture for just about every interior imaginable. Their Verde line has been the preferred choice of top office remodeling teams for years. The modern reception desks from Verde will make a lasting impression on your valued guests. Popular models like the VL-816 are on sale this month for just $831.00 and even include free shipping. If you're on the hunt for a cool reception desk with modern appeal that won't break the bank, give the VL-816 from the Verde collection a look.

The Zira collection from Global Total Office now includes attractive reception desks with modular capabilities unlike any other line on the market today. Popular Zira series reception stations like the Z2460RDB can be enhanced as your business needs increase with the addition of returns, versatile storage components, and much more. The basic 65.4" wide Zira reception desk will run you $934.99. It's an excellent investment in the future growth of your welcoming area.

Last but not least, not Shop Smart article on stylish reception desks would be complete without highlighting at least one station from the team at OFM. We personally love their 55310 model Marque collection curved front reception desk with silver accent trim. With it's plexi transaction screen, this modern station offers a luxurious vibe and ample wow factor. The 55310 Marque station is available this week for $1132.99 in popular finish options like white, cherry, maple, and walnut. Additional sizes and modular ADA add on sections are also available.