Fifth Generation CEO Rises to Leadership at Office Furniture Source
Leadership of Office Furniture Source, Cincinnati’s premier office furniture specialist, passes to a fifth generation with the recent appointment of Peter Ellington as CEO. Ellington has been a key player in the longtime family business which he succeeds from father-in-law, founder and owner John M. Perin. Father and son-in-law have been working alongside one another since 2013, exceeding tri-state customer expectations in service and quality in the office furniture business. Perin is excited to see where the next branch of his entrepreneurial family tree takes the business. He announces this shift in leadership with confidence and pride. “Office Furniture Source …
The Biggest Office Design Mistakes to Avoid
Designing a new office layout is an exciting task. You want to make choices that combine the “look” you’re going for with the practical elements that will work for your whole team. However, sometimes important office design elements can be missed or ignored, leading to a less-than-perfect workspace. Here are some of the biggest office design mistakes to avoid. Low Lighting The lighting in your space is one of the most important parts of your office design. Harsh lighting can trigger headaches and dim lighting can cause eye strain, neither of which are optimal for a productive team. We recommend …
Modular Furniture Systems from Office Furniture Source
Modular furniture systems can be a great choice for a variety of office spaces and businesses. This style of furniture comes in sets that can easily be maneuvered and rearranged in an office space to create the perfect layout. You can disassemble and reassemble these systems as your business moves and grows. The Top Three Benefits of Modular Furniture Systems Customizable The primary benefit of modular furniture systems is the customizable aspect. Depending on the needs of your business and your office space, you can easily create new configurations. Modular furniture is designed to be taken apart and …
The Dos and Don’ts of Reception Furniture
Your reception furniture and waiting room layout can literally make or break your business. While this may seem extreme, remember that the most important impression you make on a customer is the first one. Do you want people coming into a dark, cluttered, poorly laid out space? No! Learn the dos and don’ts of reception furniture from the experts at Office Furniture Source below. Reception Furniture Layout Don’t: Block Entrances/Exits When planning the layout of your reception area, consider where your guests will be entering and exiting. Do they have to stop at a reception desk first? Is …
The Benefits of Ergonomic Office Chairs
You may have heard that ergonomic office chairs are essential for a healthy workplace. But just how essential are they? What benefits do they provide over regular office chairs? Learn more from the experts at Office Furniture Source below. How do ergonomic office chairs contribute to a healthier working environment? Posture Support If you work in an office, you likely spend hours at a time sitting at your desk. If you don’t have a good, comfortable posture, you may start to experience consistent back pain that could cause damage. Ergonomic office chairs will help keep your posture aligned, so you …
Choosing the Right Conference Chairs
If you’re searching for the right conference chairs for your office, there are several things you should consider. No matter how large or small your work space is, choosing the right conference chairs is essential. Learn more from the experts at Office Furniture Source below. What to Consider When Choosing Conference Chairs How many employees do you need to seat? One of the first things you should consider when choosing the right conference chairs is the number of employees you need to fit around your conference tables. If you have a relatively few number of employees or host small meetings, …
Why You Need an Executive Office Chair
If you’re a high-ranking employee of your company such as CEO, CFO, or President, you likely spend a lot of time in your office doing important work for your business. Why not invest in a large, comfortable seat for you to do your work in? If you’re searching for the perfect executive office chair, Office Furniture Source has plenty of options for you to choose from. What to look for in an executive office chair Comfort Executive office chairs are often large and comfortable. This is because business owners and other important members of a company often spend long …
Transforming Space
Watch how we work with clients to transform their office space. From the board room to the break room, our design team is experienced in optimizing workspace. …
Working from Home
Making it Work for Managers & Their Teams To call the atmosphere we’re all working in ‘chaotic’ feels a bit understated at this point. With an underlying concern about our own and our communities’ health, we’re also moving, literally overnight, into a place where working together is being discouraged and working from home is being considered the ‘new norm’. All this uncertainty and change can be really difficult to manage at get through successfully. So we hope these tips and best practices will help alleviate some of the stress and make it all a bit more manageable. 1. Adopting Mobility …
Office Design Trends 2020
We’re only two months into 2020, and we’re already seeing new office design trends emerge. From bright colors to sustainability, Office Furniture Source has analyzed four office design trends to see where modern office spaces can be expected to go. Natural Light Human beings are naturally drawn to daylight. While optimizing natural light isn’t necessarily a new trend (who doesn’t want an office with big windows?), there is now research claiming that natural light is not just a luxury, it’s a necessity. A 2018 K2 Space research article explains just how necessary it really is. Not only does natural light …
