Office Furniture Blog

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)

In life, first impressions are everything. In our relationships both personal and professional, it is more often than not the first impression that makes the biggest impact. These once in a lifetime moments carry extreme amounts of weight for us all. That’s why we spend so much time “primping” ourselves before big occasions such as a blind date or a job interview, we know that first impression is the biggest tool to get a positive response. This is truly a principle that most of us live by. In a professional office a first impression is a must. When we enter a typical office, we are greeted by a reception area. It is an area designed to allow a smooth (Read More)

A small office can be challenging to furnish. Multiple issues arise when you begin the process of doing so. The most obvious is limited space with the conventional wisdom calling for small office furniture. However, this is often flawed due to the type of work that we do in our offices. Small desks just don’t allow us to perform the work that we are required to do daily. So, what do we do? From my own personal experience in a small office in my home, I was able to find a fantastic desk that fit the requirements of my daily duties exceptionally well. How did I do this? When I arrived in Madison for my initial training, I sat down with the skilled co-workers who are (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)

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)

Switching from sitting at a desk all day to to a sit and stand workstation or a desk with a sit stand desk converter is one of the best choices you can make for your health and your ability to complete more in a normal work day. There are a number of different ways you can achieve this, some more convenient and expensive than others but all give you the same or similar results. So why would you switch from sitting all day to alternating sitting and standing frequently throughout the course of your work day? There are a number of obvious answers, ultimately you will be more comfortable, healthier and be able to accomplish more in the course of a normal work day. Th (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)

Whether you’re working from a home office or in a bustling corporate setting, your desk is the command center of your day; this is where all the action happens. The right setup transforms an ordinary desk into a productive, comfortable, and inspiring workspace. Desk accessories play a pivotal role in this transformation, adding organization, comfort, and efficiency to your daily routine. From cable management solutions that keep cords tidy to ergonomic solutions that ease strain, each piece contributes to a workspace that balances function and style. This thoughtful guide highlights 10 must-have desk accessories designed to enhance any office environment followed b (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)

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)

Setting up an office workspace often involves more than selecting a desk. Storage, layout, and overall design all need to work together, and sourcing each piece individually can quickly become a time-consuming process. What starts as a simple purchase often turns into a series of decisions that affect how the space functions day to day. Without a clear plan, it’s easy to end up with mismatched components or inefficient layouts. Desks, returns, and storage pieces may not align in size or finish, creating inconsistencies that affect both appearance and usability. Over time, these small issues can disrupt workflow and require adjustments that could have been avoid (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)

You don’t need to be an executive to enjoy executive-style furniture. And comfort shouldn’t be a luxury—it’s a necessity, especially if you spend most of your day sitting. Your chair should support you in every way, offering the perfect balance of style and functionality. After all, the right chair isn’t just about looks; it’s about how it makes you feel at the end of a long day. In today's fast-paced business world, long hours at a desk are inevitable. But what if you could make those hours more comfortable and productive? That’s where the perfect executive chair comes in. An executive chair is more than just office furniture& (Read More)

When it comes to the business world, the most highly sought after office furniture is an executive desk. There are many reasons to why this is true. We will be looking into the office furniture and find out why they are so popular and to see if an affordable executive desk is right for you. Before we can begin with the benefits of executive office desks, we first must define what this type of office furniture is, so let's look at what makes them stand apart from other office furniture. It begins by the executive desk's ability to create a perception but then it goes deeper than that. We will see just exactly how much substance there is to an office furniture piece that is (Read More)

Black Dog Office, a leader in office solutions and accessories provides an innovative office product in the high-quality anti-fatigue mats. Which is an often-overlooked ergonomic solution for people who work behind a desk. These anti-fatigue mats work in conjunction with a sit to stand desk as a solution to the strains of standing on a hard floor all day. The rise in popularity of the body transitioning sit stand desk that brought major changes in the way office workers use their workstations, the aches of standing on hardwood all day started affecting their users. A new problem had arisen with this workday transition and many different padding selections were flooded (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)

For many business and office workers there comes a time when the office desk doesn’t have enough workspace due to the clutter on top of it because there is not enough storage space. This situation can sneak up on you even though there are signs and hints that are often ignored that would have helped avoid the organizational disaster that lays before you. Luckily, there is a simple solution to many of these organization problems- adding a hutch to the desk. An office desk hutch provides storage space for all the things that tend to clutter the desktop when there isn’t enough storage. It’s a practical solution that pays immediate dividends for the effic (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)

I thought that we would look at one of the most overlooked desk options for a collaborative or growing office. It’s the T shaped desk for two people. I know that it isn’t the most obvious desk shape at first glance, but if you look a little closer, it makes a lot of sense and honestly should be used more often in today’s office setting. After all, a T shaped desk for two workers is just two L shaped desks stuck together. When we look at it like that, it does put a new perspective on the T shaped desk for two, doesn’t it? At least it does to me because the L shaped desk is the most sought-after desk design going today. Take two of them and smas (Read More)

This is my regular reminder that sit stand desks exist and improve the health of the office worker. I was talking with a friend who is an office worker from home the other day and she was complaining about how sitting down so much has made her seek out the aid of a chiropractor about once a quarter. This immediately got me championing sit stand desks as a healthy alternative that can give her much needed movement daily while still remaining just as productive. She said she had heard of them but thought they were more of a novelty than an actual fundamental change that I view them as. --subscription-box-- After a few minutes of me sending her links to great sit stand des (Read More)

Since joining Madison Liquidators in January of 2021, I have researched and written about just about every office furniture piece or setting you can think of. I have taken real life situations and relayed them into text for the benefit of an office furniture consumer. I do this in hope of giving someone some insight into their next office furniture purchase… that, and that’s what Madison Liquidators pays me to do. So today, I thought I would do more of the same. In a previous job, I worked for a national construction recruiting business. They have offices in most major cities, and when I started, they were reopening an office in Birmingham, Alabama. The 2008 (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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

Returning to my obsession with white office furniture for this year, I thought that I would take a look at white desks this time but with a twist. I’ll share that twist a little later but before I do, I want to set the tone by looking first at a fantastic example of everything great about a white desk. Before we begin, I want to highlight what to expect from these white desks. Openness, clean lines, and warmth are all ways I would describe a vibrant office with a white desk. According to office.furniture “A white finish can open up the office, especially when in conjuncture with natural lighting. The partnership of these two properties changes a space treme (Read More)

Modern office trends can be difficult to track—staying ahead of the curve is no easy task. But by examining how the landscape has shifted over just the past two years, we can begin to identify the patterns that will shape 2026 and beyond. The business world moves fast, and nowhere is that more evident than in the rapid evolution of workplace design from 2024 to today. With that in mind, this analysis will look back at the defining trends of 2024, explore how those trends transformed in 2025, and offer forward-looking predictions for what to expect in 2026. And there’s no better place to start than with the ongoing evolution of the hybrid work model. Hybrid W (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)

Architects, engineers, and even artists all have jobs that require long hours of sitting. But one secret they have about being hunched over a desk all day and reducing the impact that has on their bodies is drafting chairs and stools. --subscription-box-- What is a drafting chair? A drafting chair is designed for people who work on high surfaces, such as drafting tables, standing desks, or counters. They are taller than standard office chairs, with seat heights typically ranging from 26 to 34 inches, allowing users to comfortably sit or perch at elevated work surfaces. Whether you require a high surface to complete your work or not, they are made to be ergon (Read More)

A bow front desk is a type of desk that features a curved or bowed front edge. This design element gives the desk a more elegant and sophisticated appearance compared to traditional flat-front desks. The bow front features clean lines that can vary in its curvature, with some desks having a subtle curve while others have a more pronounced, almost semi-circular shape. A bow front desk is often used in office settings, executive suites, or home offices where style and aesthetics are important. The curved front not only adds visual appeal but also provides a bit more desk space in the direction of the central area, making it more comfortable for the user. It also allows f (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)

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)

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)

We will see it all over social media over the next couple weeks- “New year, new me.” The phrase is intended to be a beacon of hope for the coming new year. We go through this every year; the end of a hard year brings about a renewed hope for a fresh start with a new beginning. Gym memberships will be purchased, diet plans will be made, and a commitment to focusing on ourselves will begin. What if we take that thought and apply it to our business? New year, new work… I would start at the front of the office in the reception area, after all that is where people will notice the most. A new year, and new look at the front of the business seems like the per (Read More)

As we continue to close out the year, we are finding the top sales for each office furniture type. Today, I will show you the bestselling reception desk for 2022. There are many excellent reception desks available for purchase in the Madison Liquidators online marketplace and this one was selected more than any other. When thinking about selecting a reception desk for your front office it should be noted how important it is to find the right office furniture piece. It should be a reception desk that establishes the overall style of the inner office from the front door itself. You don’t want just any office furniture piece haphazardly selected for the reception ar (Read More)

Grouping co-workers together in collaborative workstations is one of the most effective office layouts utilized across the country today. To accomplish this office furniture is usually pushed together such as a series of desks or cubicle farms pop up around the office. However, there are better ways to promote inclusion and teamwork in the office. There are manufactured workstations that both are attractive and functional four person desks to promote teamwork. Four Person Desk with Privacy Panels Starting Price- [price-5580] Harmony Collection provides this striking four person desk with privacy panels as part of the Elements series. This four person workstat (Read More)

I feel like my two years with Madison Liquidators has given me an insight on what is popular and trendy in the office furniture scene. If you had asked me to pick out a desk that would be the bestselling desk for 2022 for both the home and business office, I would probably spout out one of four or five L shaped desks from our many partners in a gray finish… I would have been wrong; it was not an L shaped desk. This comes at a complete surprise to me; I have spent two years championing the L shaped desk as the best desk for office work and I do still feel that way, but the purchasing public has crowned a new champion this year. The bestselling desk for 2022 in both (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)

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)

Madison Liquidators is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its new store on South Stoughton Rd. in Madison, Wisconsin. This exciting expansion pairs the trusted office furniture brand that customers know and love with its new premium brand, Iconic Office Furniture (Iconic Office). Iconic Office will offer an elevated shopping experience for those seeking luxury office furniture solutions. This expansion isn't just about a new location; it's a coming together of excellence and a fresh vision for office interiors. This new space is designed to cater to various office needs in response to the growing demand for diverse and sophisticated office solutions. We recogniz (Read More)

Executive chairs just sit different. Pardon my slang, but it’s true. Executive chairs are considered to be high end office furniture that belongs in the big office. However, just because the name is executive chair doesn’t mean that they can only be found in an executive office. Any office can enjoy the upscale design of these desk chairs. So, anyone who needs a more comfortable or more ergonomically designed office chair should consider purchasing one. One of our partners- Boss Office Products a leader in office furniture, has quite a few exceptional executive chairs available on the Madison Liquidators online marketplace. I picked out six of my personal fav (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)

Madison Liquidators adds a new partner in Maverick Desk. This new partnership brings a unique set of office furniture solutions to the consumer in products that are made in the USA and that are shipped fully assembled. Utilizing strong blanket wraps to protect the office furniture during shipping to ensure a fantastic brand new desk shine in a quickly placed and put into service tool for the office. Instead of full assembly upon arrival, the fully assembled sections can be fitted together quickly in office. The advantage for the purchaser is that once the office furniture arrives, they won’t have to worry about time consuming assembly, just a quick placement in the (Read More)

“Smart Space, Sleek Solutions: Maximize Productivity with a Corner Desk with Storage” Whether you're working from home or outfitting a professional office, choosing the right desk can significantly impact your productivity. If you’re seeking a functional, space-saving solution, look no further than a corner desk with storage. These desks not only help you make the most of limited space but also keep your work area organized and efficient. One excellent example is the PL Laminate Series Corner Desk with Storage by Performance Furnishings. This modern and durable solution combines sleek design with practical functionality. It offers a professional appe (Read More)

Let’s begin with a quote “All great changes in America begins at the dinner table.” Anyone know who said that? Former President and founder of Reaganomics, Ronald Reagan. Before we get into a full blown discussion about the economy and trickling down, let’s apply that to business. “All great changes in business begins at the office conference table.” Reagan was right about needing a place to communicate clearly. His thoughts are from parent to child, we have flipped it from management to worker. This is absolutely true for this one simple fact; email effectiveness has its limits. A face to face meeting can be far more impactful than (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)

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)

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)