Office Furniture Blog

Chances are, if you follow interior design and decor trends, then you`ve seen a lot more dark, deep or moody offices and home office spaces. Whether or not you prefer a bright and sunny office or the jeweled tones of the dark academia office, the dark academia trend, overall, is here to stay. What is a Dark Academia Office? Dark academia takes its name, and inspiration, from traditional libraries and university halls. Imagine, the library with larger-than-life ceilings, chandeliers illuminating thick wooden and ornate rows of tables, tall bookshelves surrounding the space filled with old, well-worn books of different colors, seating areas that use chesterfi (Read More)

Express Office Furniture is a manufacturer of quality commercial office furniture which is stocked in their distribution centers and warehouses located in Kansas City Missouri and Dallas Texas. Previously known as Don Smith and Associates, Inc or DSA Office Furniture, Express Office Furniture has several lines of office furniture ranging from luxury to affordable case goods that will allow you to quickly and easily furnish office spaces big and small. The furniture manufactured by Express Office Furniture is covered by a manufacturer’s warranty that will provide you with confidence that you have purchased a high quality product that will last for many years to co (Read More)

Office collaboration is important. Increasingly offices are moving to a more open and inclusive office layout. Traditional cubicle layouts are being phased out in favor of opening up the workspace in favor of open spaces that feature increased natural lighting brought on by the elimination of huge light blocking partitioned walls. In place of cubicles, a wide variety of collaborative workstations have come to market to lead the way in this new and exciting office layout. With so many options out there, we are providing a sample of some of the top collaborative workstations available today. This list is a great place to begin a search for this type of office furniture. (Read More)

Training tables are so versatile for a growing office. For example- when a larger than normal conference meeting needs to be conducted, these tables make it happen. In a moment of growth, they can become temporary workstations while the office is being set up. They fit well in a cafeteria or breakroom when needed. Still, the design use is training employees. No matter the reason, these specialized office furniture fixtures come in handy in a variety of ways and serve well in each setting. There are two types of training tables to choose from- traditional fixed frame and nesting flip tops that allow for multiple tables to be placed together for valuable space saving pra (Read More)

    Minimalist Definition What are your first thoughts about minimalism? Having only a few items? Wearing only black t-shirts? Or is it more along the lines of being intentional about what you purchase? According to the well-known 'The Minimalists,' Minimalism is: "a tool to rid yourself of life's excess in favor of focusing on what's important - so you can find happiness, fulfillment, and freedom." For those that practice minimalism in their lives, they want to simplify their way of living, truly enjoy what they have and eliminate the stress that comes with owning and acquiring more and more. This may seem like a (Read More)

Corp Design is a leader in commercial office furniture today. Their desks are stylish and functional with a wide variety designs and styles. Corp design carries a cohesive design element throughout all their office furniture and that is minimalism. Their finishes are sleek and stylish which makes them the focal point of most of their office furniture. But that doesn’t mean boring. Corp Design has found a happy medium between simplistic and understated that makes for a refined and upscale look. Corp Design is committed to its five signature finishes which are Blanc De Gris, Espresso, Grigio, Miele, and Noce. Blanc De Gris is an almost white finish with a light gre (Read More)

Conference rooms are important, in fact in a lot of offices they are the heart of the entire operation. It’s where daily staff meetings take place, or the all-important big meetings with clients, or safety meetings. They are even where close offices have employee birthday parties and so much more. It’s hard to put a value that a conference room has on a business. Whether big or small, the conference room has extreme value to each office. While a large office has the freedom to select almost any conference table on the market and it will fit. A small office must be more strategic. With this in mind, this blog intends to be a strategic guide for a small offic (Read More)

When thinking about office furniture, decorations are often a low priority. With so many other more pressing matters such as desks, conference tables, chairs, break room furniture, and storage just to name a few; it’s easy to put decorations on the back burner. However, an office isn’t complete if it is a sterile work environment with no character. Interior design is an important aspect of the office work environment. Studies have been conducted by countless organizations and the consensus is that a well designed office promotes productivity, morale, builds client confidence, and enhances the branding of the business. In simpler terms, a well-designed offic (Read More)

You may be seeing black and white everywhere, as it seems to be a trending interior color palette, but black and white has made the rounds in interior design in many iterations throughout the past. No matter how you feel about it currently, the timeless elegance of black and white has always been a pillar for simple and classic interiors. This classic duo offers endless possibilities for creating a dedicated home office that is both sophisticated and functional. The strongest cases for the color black, white, or both in a home office space tend to come from principles of minimalist home office design. Yet, this stylish combo is meant to help emphasize color through (Read More)

In meetings with specialists at Madison Liquidators, I had time to compare notes on office cabinets. It’s always interesting to see what another set of eyes will catch and what you may have missed and vise versa. Storage cabinets are often overlooked when doing “big picture” office furniture furnishing but in the end, office cabinet storage always finds a way to the forefront of the minds of everyone in a business environment. So with this writing, we are going to highlight different kinds of storage cabinets that are found on the Madison Liquidators online marketplace. “Our extensive collection of personal storage cabinet options will allow you (Read More)

So, you’re in need of a big desk? Madison Liquidators can help. We have a fantastic selection of U shaped desks with hutches. These office furniture selections not only does the U shaped design provide three large desktop work areas, but the added hutch also provides a high level of storage space is a game changer for a highly productive office worker. One of the biggest considerations to make for a U shaped desk with hutch is that it takes up a large amount of square footage compared to other office furniture options. Another note is that the hutch needs to be set against an office wall for stability so placement in the office will need attention prior to purchase (Read More)

Modern offices are moving away from traditional cubicles more and more each year. The meteoric rise of open office workstations in the last decade has made manufacturers focus on desk pods. Over the last few years, they have brought fresh, and trendy designs to the market for their customers. These designs are extremely popular at Madison Liquidators. Today, I thought I would show several examples of four person workstations that are excellent alternatives to cubicle systems. The primary question is how do they differ from cubicles? Mainly, cubicles partition co-workers off from one another, while open office workstations place co-workers together in joined office furn (Read More)

A large office allows for a large desk. In most cases a large desk is a much needed tool to work with on a daily basis. U shaped desks are the largest desks in office furniture. They provide three sides of workspace around the user. At its most basic, this means that the user can multitask on a minimum of three projects each separated by the three individual desktops. However, the office furniture is not just limited in that respect. The U shaped desk opens the door for so much more! This configuration allows for the most storage of all desks in commercial office furniture. The versatility of the U shaped desk cannot be understated. Also, sometimes we just want a large (Read More)

The modern office design is increasingly popular in offices across North America these days. One of the main reasons is the design fits so well in the open office concept. From its minimalist layout to the sleek lines, and bold colors there’s just something about an office that is wide open, bathed in natural light that just naturally creates an inclusive and cooperative office. To borrow the words of Forest Gump- modern office design and open office concept “go together like peas and carrots.” When starting a modern office design, it is best to start with the centerpiece of the office, which is the desk. The most popular desk style today is the (Read More)

A larger office typically has a reception area to match. It just makes sense; a larger office has a higher potential for guests being in the office. A busy office will need ample reception space to maintain the flow of traffic into the office. To accomplish this, a reception area needs a reception desk to handle this traffic. With a larger space an opportunity presents itself. A large reception desk! The potential can be huge. This could be a large two-person receptionist desk or a single seat piece of office furniture. There are near endless possibilities. With that in mind, I have compiled a selection of unique office furniture options to fit in a large reception are (Read More)

At some point in our lives, we may all have the opportunity (for good or bad) to visit a law office. And if you're a new lawyer opening your own practice for the first time, it's important to give an impression that conveys professionalism and strength. That's why the design, layout, and even style of your office furniture can have a huge impact on how not only potential clients but also competitors see you. In this article, we're going to highlight a few pieces of commercial office furniture that we believe are some of the best options, even essential, for law offices and legal professionals. Law Office Design Styles and Furniture Pieces (Read More)

As I was researching my last blog, “A Guide to Finding the Right L-Shaped Desk for a Small Office” I kept coming back to the idea of my own L shaped desk in my home office. The more I studied and compiled data for the other blog, I also found myself setting aside inventory for ideas for corner desks and L shaped desks for a home office. It got to the point to where I had to decide to create a completely separate blog to highlight the idea of these pieces of office furniture for a home office. So, with that in mind we will look at Corner desks and L shaped desks for the home office. First, let’s look at the distinction between the two because they most (Read More)

Storage furniture is a particularly vital component of a fully functioning professional office. However, office storage furniture is often one of the most forgotten aspects of office furniture when furnishing an office. This is a truth that often puts an office in a bind once it is realized that the storage furniture on hand isn’t enough. This bind can negatively affect an office through lack of organization. With that in mind, we have decided to highlight a few commonly purchased storage furniture solutions for the office. These selections were carefully chosen for their storage ability, and knack for completing an office. Everything from bookcases to credenzas (Read More)

A small conference table for an executive office can be a valuable asset to have in place. They provide a small meeting area outside of the normal confines of the conference or board room. Usually, a small round or square conference table can be placed within the executive office without taking up too much space and ruining the design of the office space. They provide the executive with a small informal meeting area within their own office to greet guests, often those VIPs that really help make the business such a success. Since small square or round conference tables are becoming so popular for the executive office, I thought I would highlight a few from the Madison Liqu (Read More)

A growing office needs to have versatility. They need the ability to transition from one phase to the next swiftly. While there are a lot of variables that go into a transition such as this, one of the best ways to make it easier is to have office furniture that can change with each move. For larger desks such as the U shaped desks versatility means being reversible. For a U shaped desk, being reversible means that the bridge, which is the centerpiece connecting the front and back of the desk can be placed on either side as needed. A reversible U shaped desk will ensure that with each move, the office furniture will be able to fit within any office setting. Not only th (Read More)

Versatility with the office furniture can be a bonus for a growing office. Take the L shaped desk for example. If we purchase one for the space we are in now, wouldn’t it be great if it fit the next office space we put it in even if the configuration of the desk is required to be different? I know it’s a luxury to be able to think that far ahead but with most L shaped desks, you don’t have to worry they are naturally reversible. While some L shaped desks are designed for a very specific layout, most are designed to be reversible to fit any office space. Today, I want to draw your attention to the benefit of purchasing a reversible L shaped desk so tha (Read More)

Office furniture accessories are often overlooked when we first furnish an office. I get it, our attention is elsewhere like finding the perfect desk for each office or ensuring that all the desks from the receptionist to the executive hold a singular cohesive style throughout the office. Which are important tasks in their own right. However, a stylish office isn’t the only aspect of an office that needs to be addressed up front. The other side of that coin is functionality. An office that looks stylish but is disorganized is not a healthy work environment at all. Instead, a little time should be given to ensure that the office functions as well as it looks. A fu (Read More)

Keeping the office clean and organized can be a chore for if there is not adequate storage. When we talk about keeping the office clean and free of clutter, we often think of waste baskets, but clutter is more than waste. Clutter can be ink pens on the desktop or files stacked on top of a conference table or even books strown about haphazardly. These examples perfectly show the difference between a professional looking office and one that does not have adequate storage cabinet space. Storage cabinets are the unsung heroes of office organization. They provide a place for everything in the office. When things need a place that will not fit in a desk drawer a storage cabi (Read More)

The pedestal desk. It’s the oldest and most widely used desk shape in all of human history. There’s not much thought that needs to be put into it right? I mean a desk that has been used for centuries must be easy to pick because they are traditional pieces of office furniture that can’t be improved upon, or can it? That’s a great question, Madison Liquidators have excellent pedestal desks that are very traditional in their appearance such as this pedestal desk shell. Rectangular Desk Shell Starting Price- [Price-15985] Our partner Boss Office Products provides this pedestal desk shell as part of their Commerce Laminate series. Fro (Read More)

A great option for a small or growing business in lieu of a conference room is a bow front desk for the office. If you are meeting a small number of people, the bow front desk works as a de facto conference table. Designed specifically for the purpose of meeting guests in your own office, it allows you to function as a full-sized business in limited office space. Several years ago, I worked for a small but successful land surveying company. The boss had a bow front desk in his office, and it functioned exactly this way. If we had to have a party chief meeting, it was done across his bow front desk. If we met with clients, it was done there. Also, on those rain days whe (Read More)

New for 2024 from one of Madison Liquidators longest standing designer brand partners comes a new office furniture finish that is the future of office furniture design with a hue that inspires, uplifts, and breathes fresh life into any office environment. The Silver Birch finish has arrived and is available now for Harmony Collection office furniture through the online marketplace of Madison Liquidators! --product-display-box-- What is Silver Birch? According to Harmony Collection Silver Birch is a mesmerizing fusion of platinum and soft grays intertwined through rich wood grain patterns. Our newest premium laminate finish redefines workspace aesthetics. The commercial (Read More)

Are you AI image fatigued yet? We hope not. If you're an avid user of Facebook or any social media platform, then by now you may be quite tired of seeing everyone and their cousin generate AI images of themselves as anime characters or with their ideal body (you know you've done it too). But AI is a tool, and as such, it offers immense value for what its AI imagination (or human-taught AI imagination) can dream up about interior trends, namely: modern home offices. New and unique color combinations, furniture placements, cool gadgets, accessories, and even decor find inspiration in these surreal snapshots brought to you by careful, prompt engineering. Let's start th (Read More)

Storage is always a priority around the office. I like to say there are two types of office workers. 1- the person with a nice and neat desktop but has a mess in their desk drawers and 2- the person whose desktop is a mess but their drawers are in immaculate order. There is no in-between… or if someone is actually able to pull both off, they are very sketchy… a suspect even!!! However, additional storage can help alleviate some of these organizational issues. But what comes with a standalone storage unit is the need for privacy so that you can ensure that everything that you place in there stays in there. With that in mind, I thought I would look at some (Read More)

Office organization is extremely important to an office worker. An unorganized workspace is an office that is not efficient; not only that but most times this situation can lead to a less than professional appearance for the business. To keep a professional appearance, the office must be free of clutter while with everything in its place. As I say often to my children- a place for everything, everything in its place (thank you Ben Franklin.} That means that every office needs both trash bins and adequate storage. Today, I would like to focus on one form of storage to help organize an office- Lateral file cabinets. Lateral file cabinets are a newer take on the tradition (Read More)

The traditional style desk is usually made from natural wood and blends with the traditional office decor of wood furniture, plush carpeting and perhaps even dimmed lighting. You can still have a traditional office space featuring a warm, cherry desk and blend in more modern finishes such as tiled floors, large windows, and plenty of natural light. Oak is the more traditional look for the dark, natural wood desks in traditional office spaces. A cherry desk offers a warm, bright finish and enhances the office without detracting from the feel and design of the natural wood desk. A cherry desk projects charm and elegance and is a functional and beautiful addition to any tra (Read More)

Quick! Name an office staple that you use regularly but don't put much thought into buying. If you said pens, I'll accept it. But I was thinking more along the lines of something luminary. All pens aside, when you need to get work done late or need just a bit of extra light for a dark corner of the office, the desk lamp is the staple that everyone has, but only the creative and natural aesthete takes care in choosing. Let's change that now. Here are 5 (plus a bonus) desk lamps that are cool, unique, modern and other adjectives. I absolutely give you permission to 'add to cart' at the end of this blog post. --subscription-box-- &n (Read More)

Creating an environment where two people can work together at a T shaped desk for collaboration doesn’t have to be complicated and simply put, by placing two L shaped desks together, you can create a T shape. Desks like this are great for team members and partners who work side-by-side frequently on projects and day to day tasks. T shape desks can be installed into home offices or businesses and can include privacy panels to create a sense of personal space while still being in close proximity with your co-worker. Other accessories with your desk set can include drawers for storage, keyboard trays, hutch with task lights and tack boards, and other furniture pieces (Read More)

Want office furniture with timeless appeal? A mahogany desk will give you just that. The traditional, dark-red wood looks stunningly elegant in any office set up. Traditional uses of mahogany Mahogany refers to the red-brown wood of the tropical hardwood trees often found in South America. Mahogany has been used for generations because of its strength and durability. As well as being used to make furniture, mahogany has had many other important uses. Firstly, mahogany is a great material for building a boat since it is naturally resistant to rot and termites. Secondly, mahogany is used in the manufacturing of musical instruments because of the deep rich sounds it produc (Read More)

Finding the right office furniture for your office can be a chore on your own. Luckily, our customer service team at Madison Liquidators is here to help. We have compiled this guide to answer some of the most frequent questions about purchasing office furniture. This should be viewed as a first major step into the pool of finding office furniture. Careful though, the pool can get pretty deep. At any point during your search that you feel that you need to speed up the process and have your personal questions, our dedicated sales team is here to help. Our team has many years of dedicated customer focused support. Our team is standing by to answer all your questions and h (Read More)

Executive office chairs represent the pinnacle of comfort, sophistication, and functionality in professional workspaces. Designed with meticulous attention to detail, these chairs cater to the needs of executives, professionals, and individuals spending prolonged hours at their desks. They seamlessly blend ergonomic excellence with a perception of opulence, elevating the atmosphere of any executive office chair while ensuring optimal support and comfort for the user. Crafted from premium materials such as supple leather or high-quality fabric, executive office chairs exude a sense of luxury and refinement. Their design not only embodies elegance but also prioritizes fu (Read More)

When creating your office space, getting all of the furniture pieces you need to bring your vision to life and to make your workspace work for you can be a chore. It's hard to find everything you need at once, all in one shot. A remedy that would make its simpler and what a lot of people never think about are office furniture sets. You are able to get the most essential furniture pieces, that match, have the functionality and customized elements you need, in one go. Another benefit to a set is that if you like a particular manufacturer, you can get your whole office setup from them, and as is often the case with a bulk order, probably save money in the proc (Read More)

Recently, I shared information on the Office Star Product’s Townsend series of traditional office design desks. We have received a lot of positive feedback concerning this office furniture line. Not only that, there has been an overwhelmingly positive reaction to the traditional office design style. It seems that the Summer of 2023 is seeing a resurgence of the traditional office design; which had previously taken a backseat to more modern and contemporary design styles. In case you missed it, you can catch up with the original Townsend series traditional office design desks by reading the original story here. Traditional Office Design Desks are at Madison Li (Read More)

Madison Liquidators adds cubicle desks from Office Star Products. With international shipping delays, and other inventory shortages that have plagued the last couple years, Madison Liquidators has added a new office cubicle desk system to its fresh 2023 lineup from partner Office Star Products (OSP). Office furniture has been in short demand since the onset of the global pandemic. Supply chain issues have arisen over and over again, and no office furniture has felt the squeeze more than office cubicle desks. There have been times where office cubicle desk systems haven’t been available at all on the marketplace of Madison Liquidators, but OSP has answered the cal (Read More)

Heavy duty office chairs offer a robust solution for individuals requiring exceptional strength, stability, and comfort in their daily seating arrangements. Purposefully engineered with reinforced structures and resilient materials, these chairs are not merely furniture pieces but dependable allies that accommodate larger frames and provide sustained support during extended hours of work. Designed to bear heavier weights without compromising on ergonomic design, these chairs epitomize durability, functionality, and unwavering reliability in the active landscape of office furniture. --product-display-box-- Key Features of Heavy Duty Office Chairs Let's see what's in sto (Read More)

  Movies like office space got us all commenting, out loud, about how ridiculous work culture is and especially cubicle mazes. The great office layout savior, open offices, came around and were supposed to boost productivity and collaboration. Instead, it made us long for the days of privacy. Now, workplaces are undergoing design changes again with activity-based working.   Knowing which is the best way to work can be confusing, as pros and cons to all options are endless. Below are some stats that might challenge what you know (and feel) about the major office layouts and ultimately, help you make informed decisions when designing your office. What are (Read More)

Over 66% of households own a pet according to the American Pet Products Association, with Millennials taking the largest share of pet ownership at 33%. Compare that to Team Stage data which states that millennials make up 35% (or 1/3) of the current workforce, which means that a good portion of the workforce probably consider themselves to be pet parents. Since the pandemic, a lot of the benefits of home pet ownership have come to light, and for the workplace the same applies. A few different studies have explored what kind of effect having an office pet (or a few) has had on workers, with a multitude of positive results. Here are the 3 most surprising ins (Read More)

Who is Corp Design? If you're new to shopping for online office furniture, then you may be presented with plenty of manufacturers you likely haven't heard of before, especially when it comes to commercial office furniture. As trust is often built through relationships and transparency, allow us to introduce you to Corp Design, a manufacturer of high-quality, budget-friendly office furniture. What Corp Design does is design and manufacture a wide range of office furniture products, including desks, chairs, tables, storage units, and reception furniture. As their focus is on creating functional and practical pieces that are also stylish and durable, they al (Read More)

Madison Liquidators is thrilled to announce the kickoff of its Office Essentials Campaign, a curated selection of high-quality, functional, and stylish office furniture designed to meet the diverse needs of businesses and home offices alike. This campaign highlights Madison Liquidators' commitment to boosting workplace productivity and comfort by offering a wide range of desks, chairs, storage solutions, and accessories at discounted prices. Featuring high quality office furniture from top brand partners, the Office Essentials Campaign provides customers with the tools they need to create workspaces that inspire efficiency and creativity. --product-display-box-- The O (Read More)

As we were researching what people have searched for on our site, the term "office chair for heavy person" came up. I instantly called dibs on this because these are my people! I too am a heavy person who uses a heavy duty office chair. In fact, I wrote about the process of me choosing my own from a large selection of heavy duty office chairs found within our inventory a couple years ago. To see the original article, click this link- The Genie- My 9 to 5 Office Chair (In hope of helping anyone searching this particular term, I will use the phrase "office chair for heavy person" throughout this writing.) --product-display-box-- What is a Heavy Duty Office Chair? (Read More)

Stretching your legs, rearranging your seat, arching your back, or resting your arms on the table are all ways we try to conform our bodies to sit in one spot for eight hours a day, five (or more) days a week. But no matter what we do, our bodies continue to tell us that sitting for that long without the proper support is not going to cut it. While information on beneficial exercises and stretches to do on your break, suggestions on how often you should get up and take a walk, and the benefits of a standing desk are well-touted, office chairs remain among the most elementary and essential pieces of office furniture. This means we owe ourselves and our health to seek the (Read More)

If you're new to commercial office furniture and need to furnish your first private office, business floor, or office building but are not sure what you need beyond a desk and chairs, this blog has you covered. In this article, we will go over a list of every large category of office furniture pieces, explain what they are used for, and list the sub-categories that are available. We want to make sure that you confidently source the exact pieces needed for your office, but how can you make an informed decision if you don't know what's out there? What pieces do some of the largest businesses in the world use to create productive, organized, and comfortable spaces for (Read More)

One of the most common questions I get from people who know I work from home is how to furnish a home office on a budget, I get it a lot. Since I’ve been in this office furniture game for close to two and a half years now, I feel like I have gotten some insights into this question. I am by no means an interior designer, so please don’t look to me for any home remodeling advice unless you’re open to canary yellow walls throughout. I understand the desire to do a home office on a budget myself. I mean, I’m not the only person who notices that our hard earned dollars don’t go as far as they used to. It really is a different world than it (Read More)

Madison Liquidators has added a new brand partner in Floortex bringing a wide range of flooring for the office. These products are actively being added to the online marketplace and are available now! Floortex Desk Chair Mat Starting Price- [price-72841] Floortex - Since 2001, has been at the forefront of innovation in the manufacture and marketing of surface protection products for the office, industry and the home. In addition to the extensive range of surface protection mats for floors, desks and other work surfaces, Floortex now offers a unique range of active anti-fatigue mats, custom printed mats and a craft range. --product-display-box-- Floortex comes to Mad (Read More)

Finding the right office desk is more than just picking a surface to work on—it’s about enhancing productivity, comfort, and style while meeting storage and spatial needs. Whether you’re designing a home office or furnishing a corporate space, this guide will walk you through the main types of office desks and their variations, helping you make the best choice for your workspace. This is one of the questions I get asked the most, what type of desk should I get? That is a loaded question! Because there are many factors that go into selecting the perfect office desk for your needs, for example- If you handle multiple projects throughout the day and need (Read More)

Boss Office Products brings an intriguing and unexpected new desk chair for 2022. When I say unexpected for professional offices that are widely known primarily for their use of neutral colors, I mean they break the mold! Pink office chairs! Pink office chairs… I had to say it twice because it’s hard to believe. In a world of blacks, whites, and grays, Boss Office Products throws pink into the mix. Pink! A bold move to say the least. A move that I believe many will find appealing in pink office furniture. Pink office chairs at first glance can be a jarring look in an office setting, but in today’s more personable office setting can fit in the rig (Read More)