Office Furniture Blog

Madison Liquidators is proud to announce the release of its new Corp Design Buyer’s Guide, a comprehensive resource created to simplify the process of designing a cohesive and functional office. Compiled entirely in-house, this modern office furniture buyer’s guide showcases the complete collection by Corp Design, one of the most popular contemporary office furniture collections available on the Madison Liquidators marketplace. The Corp Design Buyer’s Guide helps customers explore top-selling modern office furniture collections alongside compatible accessories and must-have essentials from other trusted brand partners. With detailed product highlights, (Read More)

I like drag racing. It’s an interesting sport because the vehicles are purposefully built for a cold start ¼ mile straight line sprint to a finish. For drag racing they are perfectly suited for the drag strip but if you put one in a stock car race and they become a little more than useless. That’s why a drag car must stay in its lane- that pun was totally intended. Turning to office furniture with this illustration in mind, the conference room chair is the drag racer, and the conference room is the track. You see, we have office chairs that are built for full time service of the office worker. Built with comfort and support at the forefront of the de (Read More)

When it comes to furnishing new conference room office furniture, the room is not complete without the conference room chairs. These key aspects of the puzzle are often overlooked or forgotten completely with on-hand used office chairs or uncomfortable folding chairs in rare circumstances. However, there are some tradeoffs that come with such a decision. First and foremost is the potential loss of a professional atmosphere. That is one area that can negatively impact the business. With the conference room being the lifeblood of a busy office, a professional atmosphere is beneficial on many levels. It provides an efficient and productive space to have meetings. More tha (Read More)

Is it just me or is a dedicated game room in the home on the same level as a kitchen, or bathroom? In other words, a required space in the home! If you are reading this and your home currently doesn’t have a dedicated family game room, take it from me; it’s not a fully functioning home. Since I am an authority on such matters, you can use my word as evidence to convince your significant other to turn that extra bedroom, or flex space into the ultimate game room. And if you’re single… Just do it! Let’s talk about game rooms, and how to set them up. First let’s talk about what to do when you select the space. Transforming an unused ro (Read More)

Regardless of the business field, whether it's healthcare facilities, corporate offices, or service-oriented establishments, guest seating serves as the initial point of contact between an organization and its clients or patients. While often overlooked, the design and choice of waiting room chairs play a pivotal role in shaping the overall experience of individuals awaiting their turn. Beyond mere guest seating, these waiting room chairs set the tone for the environment, influencing perceptions of professionalism, comfort, and care. We will delve into the world of waiting room chairs, exploring the diverse factors that contribute to their ideal selection, from ergonomic (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)

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)

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)

Are you looking to redefine your meeting space with a modern, professional touch? Whether you're upgrading a small meeting room or designing a large-scale boardroom, the right furniture can completely transform the energy and productivity of the space. Today’s workplaces demand more than just functionality—they call for style, durability, and an atmosphere that inspires collaboration and confidence. Madison Liquidators is proud to present a standout solution that delivers all that and more. Introducing the new white laminate and glass conference tables from Corp Design—a lustrous and sophisticated addition to any professional setting. These tables sea (Read More)

As we wind down the year, we can begin to reflect on it and see where it has taken us. For us at Madison Liquidators, we have begun to look at our office furniture sales to see what pieces sold well for us this year. 2022 has become a banner year for us as we have seen exceptional growth with many new customers. We have endeavored to build lasting relationships with our customers in hopes of serving them with quality, affordable office furniture for years to come. As we are on the cusp of the holiday season, we can officially reveal some of our bestselling office furniture for the year. Today we will be looking at the conference room. The place in the office that I refer (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)

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)

Innovative and cutting edge are great descriptions for the modern office design. This is the forefront of design style that is ever evolving with new office furniture offerings. When it comes to the heart of the office, the conference room, modern design has several surprising examples of the modern conference tables. With this in mind, here are five examples of modern conference tables for the modern conference room. These five modern conference tables make meetings productive and will leave a lasting impression. Boat Shaped Conference Table Starting Price- [price-10457] The boat shaped conference table design is inherently a modern office furniture design. (Read More)

Longtime Madison Liquidators brand partner, Corp Design has made a change to their office furniture warranty. This change provides the customer with a comprehensive protection to their investment. “Corp Design offers creative office solutions for the budget minded business. In this competitive environment, Corp Design creates and designs exclusive high quality office furniture at the right price. Corp design understands the needs and visions of the end user. With a complete sophisticated line of office furniture, Corp Design proposes functional and practical unique products.” --product-display-box-- It’s Corp Design’s commitment to the balance (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)

At Madison Liquidators, when it comes to furnishing conference room take it in six steps. We begin at the centerpiece, the conference table and work outwards. This process ensures that a cohesive style is maintained throughout the workspace. It also allows you to plan for every aspect while just focusing on each furniture piece at a time. It’s a simple process that yields great results for our clients. When most clients reach out to us about furnishing an entire conference room, they are overwhelmed with a million thoughts in their head. Some are concerned about matching office furniture; others are afraid they will forget a key item or end up with a bad set up. (Read More)

Today I get to pull the curtain back and show you the inner workings of Madison Liquidators. How? We recently renovated our conference room and I can show you the office furniture that we selected for the new space. This allows you to see that we do indeed stand behind the furniture on the online marketplace as we use them in our own office. We selected an eight foot Corp Design Potenza series conference table in Blanc De Gris as the centerpiece along with a matching credenza wall unit with open shelf storage. The boat shaped conference table is surrounded by Beniia Etano series conference room chairs. This new renovation is in its final stages and is a project tha (Read More)

About Conference Room Chairs When you're in a meeting you're probably thinking about the exciting words the presenter is conveying, the new ideas your team is collaborating on, or maybe even the kindly provided donuts and coffee on the table in front of you. Or maybe not. There is no need to boast if this is actually how you feel about meetings, but many people, are asking themselves if this meeting could have been an email. And while no one can do anything about whether or not you actually need to meet as often and for as long as you do, there is plenty to be done about how you and your team meet. Take for example your conference room table. Does the (Read More)

Putting in the effort to create a warm and inviting atmosphere for close friends and family who are guests in your home can be a challenge, especially when the guests are clients, potential clients, and others whom you may not know much about. How could you best create a waiting room atmosphere that conveys messages of comfort, professionalism, and high standards to anyone and everyone who walks through your doors? Let's start at the sofa. MarthaStewart.com states that "styling your couch can make... your entire space look that much better. Since a sofa is... the biggest piece of furniture... it commands the most visual attention." While in the case of the office wai (Read More)

I will make a bold statement: The amount of clutter directly affects one's physical, mental, and emotional organization. Now let's back it up: According to Brother UK, 54% of Americans feel overwhelmed by clutter. (Emotional) Meanwhile, the National Association of Professional Organizers says employees waste about four hours per week looking for papers. (Physical) And Crowdspring reports that since the brain responds to order, people have difficulty being productive when there is too much visual stimulation. (Mental) These startling statistics prove an important point: Our spaces profoundly affect us in some of the most critical areas of our lives. (Read More)

I’ve said it often when talking about conference room office furniture- the conference room is grand central station of the office, it’s where everything gets done, and the conference room is the lifeblood of the office. Offices from businesses to construction all meet within the conference room for everything from the staff meetings, to client meetings, to birthday celebrations. When something important needs to be relayed to the entire staff, you can bet it’s done around the conference table… or in a copy all email that is always fun to read… As the conference room has become more and more important, office furniture manufacturers h (Read More)

If you’re like me and have been in a lot of conference rooms you’ve noticed that it’s easy to see the same office furniture over and over. It’s almost like there is a copy and paste method to the conference room from certain office furniture retailers out there. It’s sad to me. We put so much time and effort into personalizing our entire office from wall art to plants and family photos. Then we enter the conference room and it’s sterile enough to perform surgery in it. It doesn’t have to be this way. Today, I am going to show off some unique conference tables that bring the personality to the meeting area. These will be eye cat (Read More)

Small businesses often see growing pains. With every fresh start up that sees success there is the inevitable limitations and struggles that accompanies that triumph. Sometimes these restrictions are expanding beyond the original clientele. With increased revenue and clients comes a need to present the office in a more professional manor. One of the most important spaces to upgrade as far as clients and vendors are concerned is the conference room. The conference room is where guests will spend the most time discussing the details of your successful business. The conference table is where all the business will be discussed, therefore this piece of office furniture shou (Read More)

When thinking of a modern office, specifically the conference room the conventional thought for the office furniture is a modern shaped conference table. Like the boat shaped conference table that flairs out on the long ends so that everyone in the meeting can see each other, or the racetrack conference table that has rounded ends for a touch of uniqueness in the office furniture of the conference room. These two shapes seem to have been created for the modern office, but manufacturers are making a concerted effort to broaden the office furniture available for the aesthetic by applying modern touches to traditional conference table shapes. With that in mind, I am going (Read More)

Today I get to share some information that is near and dear to my heart. We are going to talk about gaming office furniture. More specifically, we are going to talk gaming desks, and gaming chairs. This is an emerging market that is growing by huge numbers every year. The reason being is that gaming has finally grown up! When we were children, we gathered around televisions with our favorite consoles and played games with our friends for hours. Now, we can do the same thing, just our friends don’t have to be in the room with us, they can be any where in the world as long as there is an internet connection. It’s a strange new world where some of your best fr (Read More)

Boat shaped conference tables are designed to give off the appearance of being upscale. They flare out on the length side to break away from the traditional rectangular conference table shape. This bow on either side gives the profile of the conference table a shape of a dingy, which is a small rowboat. That profile is where this particular style of office furniture gets its name- boat shaped. The boat shaped conference table is one belongs in a professional setting. Often times they are found in executive board rooms, where they set the style for the entire conference room. They offer plenty of style and character with their bowed sides and finishes. Boat shaped confe (Read More)

Online gaming continues to grow in popularity with no signs of slowing down. We work hard and have learned how to play hard since childhood. Many of us began with consoles given to us as one of the best birthday or most memorable Christmas presents of our youth. Just thinking about it brings about a ton of nostalgic feelings for myself. It’s a great feeling to look back with wonder on those bygone days. Childhood introduced us to the strange new worlds of gaming. We grew up with side scrolling plumbers, speedy hedgehogs, knights, soldiers, ninjas, racecars, and the biggest sports stars of the day. We rescued princess, saved the world, and won the big game all fro (Read More)

As a gamer, I often get caught looking at the gaming side of our office furniture. I’ll get distracted from my task anytime a gaming desk or chair comes across my feed. For years my gaming set up was a retail store desk that was cheap in price and just as cheap in quality. Honestly, it needed replacing after six months but with some redneck engineering and a whole lot of duct tape, I made it last for years. Not that I was proud of it or anything. In fact, my gaming set up was somewhat of an embarrassment anytime someone came over. You see, we grew up with gaming but many of us didn’t allow gaming grow up with us. We still cling to subpar gaming setups fil (Read More)

So, you've decided to open a salon. You want to help people up their look with makeup, hair and nails. The location has been rented, the theme set, services and pricing settled, but now you're trying to find the best ways to bring your vision to life. For any new business owner, it can be tricky to get yourself going. For salon owners and stylists, being able to focus on the fun stuff and to start making money, is the point you want to get to ASAP. But how can you get your new business up and running and all on a budget? 3 Affordable Salon Design Tips While this is by no means an exhaustive list as there is plenty of tricks to the trade. If you& (Read More)

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)

“Wilderness is not a luxury but a necessity of the human spirit.” – Edward Abbey Are you thinking about creating for yourself an outdoor oasis where you can relax in nature, entertain, or just have a comfy reason to get outside more? If you agree with the quote above, then chances are you know and are ready to embrace the healing, restorative, and overall calming power of the outdoors. In this article, you're going to leave with plenty of inspiration and outdoor seating options to help you plan your patio space. Take note of what kind of seating you like and how your outdoor space can best be either an extension of your current indoor lifest (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)

I think you will find this is going to be somewhat different from most of my office furniture reviews. My formula usually consists of me starting off with an endearing story or relatable situation from my past but then it turns into an informative blog about whatever office furniture I want to write about that day, accompanied by many example photos to paint the entire picture on this canvas of mine. I guess you could say that this opening paragraph could be somewhat endearing… I suppose. I also can write about this wonderful office furniture piece that I want to highlight for you today, but since there are only two versions of it, with just a handful of sizes, I'm (Read More)