Office Furniture Blog

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)

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)

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)

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)

Gone are the days when the bare, brownish, cork-made bulletin board checkered with holes from years of pinning was the item of choice used to remember important meetings, tack necessary documents, and make lists of "to-do's." And the replacement hasn't only been Pinterest. Now, no one is saying that bulletin boards or cork boards are dead, mind you, but they can be so standard and commonplace that no one will even glance at them (which is their whole function) or choose to utilize them. But no worries! The internet is brimming with creative bulletin board ideas to help make them more aesthetic, better organized, and functional, and to garner (Read More)

@media all and (max-width:750px){ .mobile_article { width: 90%; } } 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 piec (Read More)

A modern executive desk belongs in the big office with a contemporary design. This office furniture is specifically made with the management staff in mind for an executive office. They are constructed with premium materials or added detailing and are larger than a standard office desk. Whether it’s the size, finish, or decoration the appearance of a modern executive desk breathes class and style. Excellent describing words are opulent and splendor. Perhaps, the most eye catching office furniture for an executive office. It is important to keep in mind that these office desks best fit in a modern executive office. While they may fit well in other styles, discretio (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)

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)

        Introduction   Chances are if you are like most working age adults, you probably pout and groan when rolling out of bed for work. But why? It's true that maybe the best solution is to find something you love doing so that work seems like play, but it is also true that you can build elements into your routine and office space that bring, fun, interest and expectation to your working day.  Let's break you out of the monotony with these suggestions!   How to Make Your Office More Interesting   Add in some color: Use wallpaper, art and accessories for cool styling. Create special zo (Read More)

I recently took a look at Fresh Reception Desk Ideas for 2023 as an overall look at revitalizing your office space in the new year. While a reception desk is the centerpiece of a waiting room, it is not all the furniture that makes up the space. Another key office furniture need is waiting room seating. Since the waiting room is the first place that guests will see when entering your business, it is important to have attractive, comfortable, and durable office furniture seating for them when they visit. This first impression will go a long way in setting the tone for your office with guests. With all of this in mind, I am going to provide you with several pieces of waiti (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)

I’d like to continue our look into white office furniture. Our previous look was at white reception desk ideas which affects the front office the most. This time I want to look at white conference tables. From the front office to the inner circle of most office settings. According to Office.Furniture white is “a symbol of innocence, wholesomeness, and completion” and “conveys a lot of ideals about trustworthiness, honesty, and home.” In effect white is a go to color for an office that wants to project cleanliness, style, and substance. With this in mind, we will be looking at four white conference table ideas. But one does not simply selec (Read More)

We all have that little corner or empty space in our office that could use a little something. Sure, we have the prerequisite sofa and coffee table, but adding something with a little color, texture, or pop of pattern could add some visual contrast and help bring your whole office style together. You need accent furniture. --subscription-box-- What Are Office Accent Pieces? Similar to accent furniture for the living room, office accent furniture pieces can be any furniture or decor object that can complement or add contrast to the existing style or decor of an office. Accent pieces generally try to add visual interest to a uniformly decorated space by using (Read More)

It may not always be possible to mix work and play, but it's essential to combine work and rest. When working from home, you have the added benefit of not only commuting convenience but also of being able to perfectly design an office that takes into account your work style, including breaks. In this article, we'll give you 6 essential tips that will help you choose the right office couch for your space and ensure the pieces you choose during the buying process meet all of your needs. --subscription-box--   1. Understanding Your Needs To avoid opening 10 tabs on your computer screen or filling your favorites with every office couch you come across, it's imp (Read More)

An L shaped desk with hutch is one as combination just makes sense for many office workers. A large workstation that provides exceptional storage at the desk, is on the wish list of many offices across the country. The L shaped desk provides double the desktop space of a traditional office desk, and a hutch gives ample storage just above one of the desktops that are often covered by decorative doors. This marriage of workspace and storage streamlines the office furniture that needs to be placed in the office. They minimize or eliminate such items as credenzas, writing desks, and file cabinets. When an office requires a hefty workstation the L shaped desk with hutch is (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)

If you're like most people then a desk, office chair and computer is what you have for a home away from home (work) setup. The place where we spend the most time, see coworkers more than our own families and have most of our meals, is as basic as a 3-piece suit. But it doesn't have to be! There are items, large and small, that we can add to our workplaces in order to make them more comfortable, more attractive to look at and improve our productivity. In this full guide you will get tips and office accessories ideas, that can help to improve your overall space, whether you're in a cubicle or working from home. --subscription-box-- For (Read More)

Two person reception desks are perfect for a medium sized office. This reception area office furniture can establish the attitude of the office from the front door with that first impression upon the initial entry into your office space. A two person reception desk that matches the overall design of the office including the rest of the office furniture will set the tone for what to expect throughout the rest of the office. With this in mind, Madison Liquidators has compiled a list of some of the most popular two person reception desk options from our expansive inventory. This list will help you in your search for office furniture for the reception area. While this list (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)

Do you work in what can amount to little more than a mouse cage? No, maybe that’s too harsh. Are you trying to get your work done in a spaceless space? What I mean to say is if you are working from home and are trying to make the hybrid work thing possible, but you don’t have much square footage to dedicate to a complete home office, there are some workarounds. Ten to be exact. Here are ten space-saving small desk ideas that you can use to optimize the area you do have and remain productive. Let’s jump right in.   What is a Small Desk? Before going too far, defining what constitutes a small desk may be necessary. Small desks can incorpo (Read More)

Investing in an office furniture set offer several benefits that contribute to a more productive and comfortable work environment. Firstly, one of the key advantages is the cohesive and professional aesthetic that a matching furniture set provides. Consistent design elements across desks, chairs, cabinets, and other pieces create a visually appealing workspace that reflects organizational unity and attention to detail. This not only enhances the overall ambiance of the office but also communicates a sense of order and coherence to clients, employees, and visitors. Secondly, purchasing an office furniture set can lead to cost savings. Buying office furniture as a set ofte (Read More)

The challenge of utilizing office space has been a struggle for decades. Sometimes too much open space meant that space was mostly unusable. Until the open office concept came about where individual workstations are placed in these spaces, the only solution was cubicle workstations. Now that open office workstations are the norm in office spaces, cubicle walls panels are used in new ways to help combat the weaknesses that come with an open office layout. With that in mind, this list will provide notable examples of these solutions. Let us discover eight options for utilizing cubicle walls in the workplace to provide separation between workers and to reduce noise in the wo (Read More)

Post pandemic many jobs are homebased. It is an excellent alternative to the daily commute and the stress that comes with it. Let’s be honest, who doesn’t love working in their underwear without the worry of being reported to human resources? Moving on… I work from home, and have done so for two years now. I cannot put into words how much I truly enjoy it. Quality of life has improved. No more waking up two hours before work to get ready and drive. No more scraping frost off my windshield. But more than that, being a homebody… I just enjoy being in my own home! A lot of us have had to make this choice, some out of necessity from the pandemic. N (Read More)

Office chairs are one of the most critical purchases for every office. The chair provides comfort and support throughout the workday, every day, all year long; or at least it’s supposed to. It should be a safe assumption that everyone has had to endure a poor-quality chair in the past, or perhaps even now. I know that I can think back on a particular chair and my back aches in remembrance at just the thought of it. Some people look at the copy machine scene in the Office Space movie and relate, but for me I would have loved to take a baseball bat to this so-called office chair. Today, I thought I would highlight a selection of heavy duty office chairs to help pro (Read More)

Today, as I sit down to write this, I am inspired by one of our brand partners. I’ve been researching modern office design for several days, and I have come to the conclusion that if I were to have the opportunity to furnish a modern office, I would do it with Groupe Lacasse. I would like to lead you through the rabbit hole so to speak and look at all phases of a modern office design with this trustworthy brand. We can look at this through the perspective of furnishing a modern office together. Before we begin, here is some information about this brand partner. “Groupe Lacasse’s mission is to offer high-quality products and complete furniture solution (Read More)

Office Plant Inspiration for Plant Lovers   Houseplants have the ability to improve productivity up to 15% and only 15 minutes of interaction with houseplants reduces stress levels according to Garden Pals.   Whether or not you have a green thumb, there are numerable positives to bringing the outdoors indoors. One way that people increasingly do this is with office plants. You may already consider yourself a "plant parent" at home but the benefits you get from having houseplants can just as easily translate into your office work environment. The Benefits of Having Plants in the Office While the benefits of spending time outside ar (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)

Office couches are common in many businesses across the world. They can be found in reception areas, waiting rooms, breakrooms, and executive offices. They are staples anywhere guests need seating. Depending on the business type, perhaps cheaper stackable chairs for a waiting room but selecting a high quality office couch will bring a higher level of a professional look for the office space. Selecting a stylish office couch set in place of cheaper alternatives is a choice that shows customers that their comfort is a priority to you. Office couch, love seat, and club chair seating not only brings a level of comfort, and a stylish look but it can help guests and customers f (Read More)

When you begin gaming, you enter a fantasy realm where you have power, situations are life or death and you can even personalize the world you live in. IRL however, only some of those things hold true. Take for instance power. You have some, but probably not the building cities, conquering battlefields kind of power. How about the power to personalize the world you live in? We all have that power. If you've turned off a game and have been quickly snapped back into reality by your aching neck and back, floor pillow laptop configuration, or current lackluster gaming desk setup, there's something you can do about it. Let's take a look at nine gaming desk setup ide (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)

Executive offices require special office furniture, right? What’s the point of being in the big office if you can’t enjoy the benefits? If we take the 1980s yuppie phrase of “work hard, play harder” then we can assume that we should reward ourselves for making it to the top of the business. Okay, so that tongue in cheek spill was my attempt at humor, but the underlying message is true. Executive office furniture is built to higher standards than regular office furniture with the executive in mind. Let’s take executive office chairs for example. You will find larger office chairs with more comfort considerations built in, and more luxury ma (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. (Read More)

Our partner, Office Star Products, recently sent us their Napa Laminate series of office furniture with over two hundred office furniture selections in it. The Napa Laminate collection is an office furniture solution for every part of the business from the front office to the back executive office. Featuring strong thermofused laminate, which is the strongest bond of laminate available, you can expect the Napa Laminate series to last for many years to come. Office Star Products backs the entire Napa Laminate with a five-year warranty. The Napa Laminate series features uniform finish options across the board. These finishes are Cherry, Espresso, Mahogany, Slate Gray, Ur (Read More)

Navigating the world of commercial office furniture can seem daunting when you're looking to furnish your office. Whether you have a business, a work-from-home office setup, or want to improve your space at work, it shouldn't be a challenge to know which pieces will provide you with the best quality, longevity, and style. In this article, we will attempt to demystify the world of commercial office furniture by answering your most common questions. What is Commercial Office Furniture? Commercial office furniture is made for business use.  Manufacturers prioritize durability when designing their pieces. Unlike common retail furniture, the materials are (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)

What is an Office Credenza? The term "office credenza" refers to a low, wide cabinet used in offices. Office credenzas in particular, bring extra storage and sometimes desktop space to home offices and businesses. Credenza Desks A credenza desk is a type of office furniture that combines the functionality of a credenza with the work surface of a desk. It typically has a work surface that is the same height as the main desk. Credenza desks are often used in an executive office, where they provide a place to store files, paperwork, and other office supplies. They can also be used in home offices, where they can provide a functional and stylish workspace. Credenza d (Read More)

Trends come and go, whether for the home or everyday attire, to the restaurants we try, and the products we buy. It can be very easy nowadays, for this reason, to look negatively at trends as fleeting fads that masses of people have adopted due to social media, but trends are much more than that. Things become popular based on whether or not we find it serves us in some way, and office trends are no different. In the past few years, a multitude of trends in office furniture served individuals and employee preferences in ways that were genuinely beneficial to them. From traditional office furniture making a resurgence to the grand rise of modern office furniture, offic (Read More)

New inventory comes in just about everyday to the online marketplace of Madison Liquidators. It has been a while since I have done a rundown of the new inventory available, so I will do it now under the premise of furnishing a home office on a budget only from the newest items to come to Madison Liquidators. First thing I want to do is a traditional desk and chair setup. Since this is a home office on a budget, I will not worry with too many accessories. Working on a budget of around a thousand, and I realize that may seem like a lot of money and trust me it is… but I am looking for professional grade office furniture that is built to last. Not some cheap retail ve (Read More)

Sofas, loveseats, and club chairs are some of the most important pieces of office furniture that are used by both staff and guests daily. Commercial office furniture of this kind must be built to a higher standard due to the punishment that it must endure to the daily excessive use that they must endure. With this in mind, we are highlighting some of the best options of sofas, loveseats, and lounge chairs that are available today to help assist in the difficult search for quality furniture pieces such as these. Piazza Leather Love Seat Starting price- [price-10432] Sleek and elegant, the top grain leather upholstered with a chrome plated steel reinforced fram (Read More)

An L shaped desk with drawers is a very valuable commodity around the office. Not only does the office furniture provide double the desktop workspace of a traditional rectangular desk, but it also provides storage solutions for all the items needed to perform the daily work duties. They are workstations of organization and convenience. With that in mind, this blog is dedicated to highlighting the L shaped desk with drawers design. We have selected seven of the bestselling options for this type of office furniture. #1- Executive L Shaped Desk with Storage Cabinet Starting Price- [price-8875] An executive L shaped desk with drawers that also carries additional (Read More)

A white reception desk is an exceedingly popular selection for modern reception areas. There are many reasons why they have grown as prevalent as they have. Style is always at the forefront. Stylistically white is a neutral color that matches every color scheme. As a color it evokes purity and innocence but in an office setting white translates as openness and cleanliness. This color is a natural fit within an open office concept. An open office concept throws the most common staples of a business office out the window in favor of a modern twist. Gone are closed off spaces, especially the time honored cubicle system. In their place are conjoined workstations that place (Read More)

When it comes to the reception area, the office furniture placed within will be the first impression of the style of the office and will set the tone for all guests when they first enter. One of the most attractive and adaptive reception area office furniture designs is the curved reception desk. This office furniture utilizes the curve to draw in guests throughout the reception area. These desks bring a touch of class to the front office due to their inherent styling. They are excellent workstations for the receptionists that oversee the front office activities that keeps the area highly functional. With this in mind, the following is a great start into looking for a (Read More)

Introduction Do you remember when you were a kid and the worst punishment you could get was being grounded? You would be in your room, looking longingly out of the upstairs window while your friends rode bikes or played tackle football. If you were really lucky, it didn't last more than a day. But why was that the worst form of punishment? Maybe it's because humans need outdoors and fresh air just as much as we need food and shelter. The multitude of ways that science has uncovered (and is still uncovering) how the outdoors improves our mood and overall well-being cannot be overstated. For example, the American Psychological Association states that chi (Read More)

Chances are, if you follow interior design and décor 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 (Read More)

If you follow my writing then you know that I have been a little more than heavy-handed in highlighting modern office design lately. I absolutely love it and often find inspiration within that medium. However, today, I wanted to break the cycle and go completely against the grain and touch on a traditional office design. While several of our partners have some great traditional office design elements, I will be focusing in on just one brand partner and only one of their office furniture series. That partner we will be discussing is Office Star Products and their Townsend series of traditional office designed office furniture. Before we get into it, let’s look at (Read More)

What happens when a modern innovation meets the largest desk shape available? The joining of a multitasking workstation with a technological measure to bring activity to the office throughout the workday. First a U shaped desk is a large workstation with three separate desktops that seamlessly allows for separation of work duties with the main desk, the back credenza desk, and the bridge between them. The modern twist is turning the main desk into a sit stand desk. --product-display-box-- The benefits of both are plentiful, such as for the U shaped desk providing more than the previously stated built in multitasking capabilities. A U shaped desk is a natural organizatio (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)

Believe it or not, where your clients sit, how comfortable they are, refreshments, and even the activities they are provided with when they are sitting patiently waiting for your services have a huge impact on the impression of your business overall. And more than an impact, your office waiting room is THE first impression. That being said, no matter what industry or services you offer or how you've styled your office, one simple change that you can make to make your space feel more cozy and inviting is the office couch. Among other forms of office seating, the office couch (most likely due to its size) tends to be the focal point of the reception or waiting a (Read More)