Office interior 2022: TOP-80 modern design ideas

Nowadays, people spend most of their lives at work. To significantly improve this pastime, you need to create a comfortable environment in the workplace. This will not only put your employees in a great mood, but will also increase their productivity.

The choice of modern furniture in the office will largely determine the impression of the company as a whole - after all, this is the first thing that catches our eye when we come to the organization.

Kinds

Whatever type of activity office employees are engaged in, furniture for the workroom requires the presence of the following items:

• tables - needed for staff, reception and director;
• chairs, armchairs, sofas - must take into account the characteristics of the room where they are located. Will be needed both for staff and directors, and for clients;
• cabinets, racks, cabinets - necessary for storing archives, documentation, spare elements of office equipment.

All types of office furniture should be combined with each other and with the surrounding environment, helping employees organize their work process.

For staff

The workspace in which office employees are located should be simple, concise, but cozy. So that people feel comfortable there, but at the same time think only about work. This means that it is better not to experiment with office furniture for staff.

Furniture that is too “homey”, deep soft chairs or too bold creations by designers will distract and unnecessarily relax workers. But to prevent the office from turning into a barracks, it is permissible to have details that add coziness, such as indoor plants, figurines, framed photos, neutral images on the walls.

An uncomfortable chair will disrupt a person’s posture, cause tension in the muscles, and his performance will suffer as a result. Therefore, the workplace must be equipped taking into account anatomical features. Cabinets and shelving should be located so that it is convenient for any employee to use them. The height of the shelves depends on the height of the folders stored there.

For guidance

If you buy designer furniture for an office, then for the director’s office. This is a place where important visitors are received, serious negotiations are held, and fateful decisions are made. The furniture in the boss's office should emphasize his status and position. The integral elements of the room are a table and a chair.

The chair should be comfortable, with a high back, armrests, and adjustable height. The table is moderately massive. It would be better if it was made of valuable wood, but not every organization can afford such a luxury. The best and, at the same time, budget option is a table made of ordinary materials, trimmed on the outside with natural wood.

Another point to consider when choosing a desk for your boss’s office. This piece of furniture should look solid, but should not inspire fear in the person on the other side, be it a client or an employee. During negotiations, he should unite the people sitting behind him, and not divide

It is important not to overdo it with massiveness

It is necessary to take into account the external characteristics of the director. Thus, a short person sitting in a giant chair at a massive table will look ridiculous, which is unlikely to inspire respect.

For visitors

People who come to the office and wait in the reception area are in most cases worried. Especially if it's a job seeker. While in the main part of the office the furniture should set the mood for work, in the reception area it should relax and create a pleasant impression.

First of all, you need to make sure that the visitor is comfortable to sit. Soft sofas or armchairs are appropriate here, but hard office chairs are not. A small table with magazines and company brochures placed on it will help pass the visitor’s time.

The guest should have a good impression of the company right from the door. Therefore, there should be no shabby tables, wobbly chairs or cabinets with doors hanging on one hinge. It is appropriate to place photographs on the walls telling about the history of the organization, its successes, and achievements.

Furnishings

Convenience and efficiency of work directly depend on the quality of the furniture used. That is why, when creating an office design project, it is necessary to allocate enough space to organize a certain set of furniture, which we will talk about below.

Computers and office equipment

Equipment is often purchased in the office on the basis of “saw from a partner/competitor” or “recommended to me.” The selection of equipment should be carried out by a specialist who will help you make the right choice. Consequently, for departments with undemanding tasks on computer equipment, for example, ordinary managers, inexpensive machines, for example, all-in-one PCs of the lower model range, can be installed on the integrated video core.

But saving on machines for the programming department is a thankless task. Here you need to act according to the principle “The more powerful the hardware, the more efficient the work.”

You definitely shouldn't skimp on monitors. Most of the employees' work involves computers, and workers are almost always looking at a monitor. If we are talking about low-quality TFT monitors of the last decade, then long-term work for a person can have consequences in the form of deterioration of vision, the appearance of weakness and a decrease in the level of performance.

Of course, you shouldn’t go to extremes and buy 27-inch Apple monitors. For comfortable work, an IPS matrix with a diagonal of 21 inches or more will be sufficient.

Tables

As we said above, the best desk option is a model with an adjustable tabletop. The tabletop area itself should be large enough to accommodate a monitor or laptop, various office supplies and other accessories. As a rule, office equipment is not placed on tables, but is located separately, since today it is possible to set up remote control, so there is no need to clutter the workplace.

If the specifics of work force you to constantly use some kind of office equipment, it is installed next to the shelves or on an adjacent table, and not on the countertop. It is also important to pay attention to the fact that there are channels on the table for cable routing, as this is practical and the appearance of the workplace will be much more pleasant.

Chairs or armchairs

Since office workers spend most of their time sitting, it is important to choose quality chairs or stools. The ideal option is good chairs with adjustable elements so that everyone can adjust the seat to suit themselves. If this is an ordinary chair, then you will definitely need a high back, armrests and a headrest. It is even better if the armchair or stool is movable, since the mobility of such furniture can sometimes be very useful.

Storage systems

The scheme is simple: one workplace - one file system. It can also be a regular cabinet for storing office supplies, documents or personal belongings. Attached models of bedside tables on wheels are the best option, which will also allow you to quickly rearrange yourself in the office if necessary.

It also wouldn't hurt to install free-standing cabinets to store office supplies and other common items. In addition, open shelves with through shelves and other types of shelves for storing documents and small items will be relevant. By the way, with the help of shelving you can conveniently zone open space, which is practiced everywhere today.

The presence of storage systems also provides for the installation of changing rooms or at least hangers. Open cabinets create a feeling of untidiness in the room, so it is better to choose closed models. In addition, if it is customary in the office to change shoes during the cold season, it is necessary to provide special shelves for storing shoes.

Figurines

It is customary to decorate the corners of the room and the office sitting area with large sculptural compositions and figurines. Small decorations will fit perfectly on a windowsill, mantelpiece, bookshelf, or large computer desk.

It is allowed to have several decorative components that will soften the atmosphere and help you relax in your free time.

Photo wallpaper

There are a lot of options for decorating an office with photo wallpaper. The most popular way is to cover only one free wall. The remaining walls will become a neutral, plain background.

In open wall-type cabinets you can store books and folders with documents.

Popular photo wallpaper wardrobe items:

• seascapes;
• soft floral arrangements;
• images of ancient cities;
• wild nature;
• starry sky;
• undersea world;
• autumn Park;
• rock painting.

People should feel comfortable without being distracted by foreign objects.

Decoration

Anyone who has already done an office design project knows that basically everything is tied to a strict style, so there is practically no furniture when its place is taken by corporate identity or symbols. However, there are cases when, for example, a company works with some kind of creative direction, so as a result its employees become creative individuals. In this case, more decorations are allowed to create a more casual atmosphere. In other words, the number of decorations is determined by the company's goals.

However, there are some decorative elements that will be relevant in any office:

• look;
• certificates and awards;
• posters with different motivations;
• bulletin boards;
• books on company business topics;
• live plants;
• various panel formats.

Advantages and disadvantages

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The main advantage of cabinet furniture is that it is possible to select only the necessary pieces of furniture, combining them with each other. They will allow you to create a harmonious interior even when moving or changing decoration. In addition, we can highlight the following advantages of modern cabinet furniture for the living room:

• the existing variety of facade design options. For example, the same wall sample for a living room can be made in the form of a model with glossy doors, which will allow it to organically fit into a modern or high-tech interior; or may contain decor made of rattan, bamboo, or other natural materials suitable for eco style. Thus, a large selection of modern designs will allow you to successfully select furniture for any interior;
• the ability to create your own set of cabinet furniture, based on the type, size and style of the room;
• a wide range of furniture items by color and material;
• the price category of a set of cabinet furniture depends on the buyer’s choice depending on the number of items, fittings, decorative elements and materials from which they are made. In most cases, the cost of furniture is low, since it is often made of chipboard;
• each item from a set of cabinet furniture can be used as an independent interior detail, and at the same time it will not create the impression that it has been torn out of a completely different design;
• space saving.

However, there are some disadvantages of this type of furniture. Firstly, too low a price corresponds to a boring design and short service life, so it is recommended not to skimp on materials for making furniture. Secondly, without a detailed plan of the living room, it can be difficult to choose a suitable set so as not to make a mistake with the size and configuration. Thirdly, too many pieces of cabinet furniture can clutter up the living room space, especially if it is small. Cabinet furniture should create an organic style of the room, and not come to the fore. However, with the right approach to choosing a set of furniture, all disadvantages are leveled out.

What is included in the office furniture set?

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The minimum set of items that includes modern office furniture:

• tables: computer and desk, additional sections for them;
• armchairs (chairs): simple and swivel;
• wardrobes;
• side cabinets for equipment;
• racks, cabinets and add-ons for documentation: with open or glazed shelves.

Office desks

Modern models of office desks delight the eye with a variety of design solutions:

1. Linear
   . Rectangular, proven by centuries of classics, fits perfectly into rooms of any size. It is convenient to place such office furniture close to the wall and thereby save space. Disadvantages: presence of sharp corners and modest design.
2. Angular
   . They help to use the corners of the room, but are not suitable for placement in other parts of the room.
3. Figured
   (round, oval). A minimally traumatic modification that looks impressive and brings employees together. Disadvantages: requires a lot of free space.

The minimum height of any computer or office model is 75 cm. Some of them also provide the ability to adjust the height (lifting mechanism options - gas lift and electric drive), but they are less reliable and more expensive. The conference room table is distinguished by an elongated tabletop (can reach 3 meters) and the presence of special holes for connecting computer equipment. Unlike desks made of durable and safe materials (plastic, MDF, chipboard), conference models have an impressive design: tabletops made of glass, precious wood, and so on.

Office chairs

If the executive chair is not only a piece of furniture, but also a status item, illustrating the rank and level of well-being of its owner, then an orthopedic office chair is one of the tools of production. Labor productivity depends on how comfortable it is for an ordinary employee to sit on it. You should choose this piece of office furniture based on two parameters: ergonomics and reliability.

It doesn’t matter whether it’s a swivel model on wheels or a regular classic chair with legs, it should provide lumbar support and be stable

Upholstered office furniture

To create the most pleasant impression of the office for visitors, to brighten up the time they have to wait for an appointment with the boss or manager and thereby add advantages to the company’s reputation - these tasks can be easily handled by properly selected upholstered office furniture: sofas and armchairs

When choosing a model, pay attention to:

1. Convenience
   . The sofa should not be too soft so that a person of any build and age does not “sink” while sitting on it and does not have difficulty getting up. At the same time, sitting on it should be comfortable, which is provided by armrests, a high back, and a headrest.
2. Upholstery material
   . Taking into account the fact that upholstered office furniture will have to bear increased load, it should be easy to clean and not attract small debris and dust. The ideal option is leather (artificial or natural).

Office furniture - shelving

In the course of its activities, any office very quickly “overgrows” with a pile of papers: orders, instructions, regulations and project documentation fill it with cosmic speed. Cabinet office furniture: cabinets and shelving helps to clear desks of paper heaps and at the same time keep everything at hand. The most convenient are hybrid models (rack cabinets), in which some of the shelves are open, and some are closed with doors. The optimal width of the shelves is 35 cm. The material of the racks can be different (wood, metal, plastic, chipboard), the choice depends on the planned load on it.

Office space layout

Office spaces can come in different sizes and configurations. The area of ​​the smallest offices in Russian shopping centers is 17-25 square meters. This is a place where 3-4 people can work. Offices with an area of ​​28-35 square meters are the most popular - they can be creatively landscaped in your own way, effectively using every meter.

If you have two or three adjacent offices, you can organize an open space by simply removing excess walls, or just one of them is of a mixed type. According to statistics, about 15% of office space in Russia is not used rationally due to an initially unsuccessful layout. In Western countries, almost all offices are designed according to the Open Space principle, only management has offices.

Reception area

The reception desk is the first thing a customer sees when entering the office. This is the first impression of the company, both for clients and partners, and for new employees who come in search of work. Therefore, it should evoke exclusively positive emotions.

When developing an office design project, the reception area must necessarily reflect the corporate style. As a rule, it is equipped with an administrator desk, which should be convenient for both him and office guests. This is the central object of the area, which is best made to order, so that the style matches the philosophy of the company and takes into account all sorts of details.

a special recreation area is also being built, which should be as comfortable as possible. It is better not to use ordinary partitions here if you need to somehow delimit the space. Instead, it will be more effective to use live plants in aquariums.

Conference hall

This space must be able to accommodate a large number of people. The center of the interior composition should be the negotiation table.

Chief's office

If you are making a competent office design project, there should be a point in it to highlight the interior of the boss’s office. It is important to have moderation here, since glitter in the choir has long gone out of fashion, but nevertheless, the condition of the clothes must be shown. It is necessary to maintain a certain balance between the work areas of subordinates and the boss’s office. If workers work on cheap chipboard furniture, then the boss’s expensive leather sofas and luxury furniture are a clear excess and a sign of disrespect for subordinates.

As for the design, it must be strict, which will be relevant for performing various business processes. In addition, the office should be equipped with an area for receiving guests, which is better to be slightly separated from the main area with a screen, furniture or a movable partition.

What is also appropriate in this space is a separate corner where you can display various awards to demonstrate your professionalism. It also wouldn’t hurt to equip your office with a small seating area. Here you can make the design a little freer if you visually or even technically separate the area from the total area. More decorations and interior elements are also allowed, which are better hidden from business partners or subordinates.

Rooms for leisure and recreation

As practice shows, very often the working staff rests in the kitchen, so when creating an office design project, it is necessary to take this point into account and not make it purely a place for a snack. What should be inside? The minimum set of elements looks like this:

• warehouses;
• household appliances: refrigerator, microwave oven, kettle and coffee maker;
• dining tables with chairs/armchairs;
• soft sofa;
• sink and fast food preparation area.

If the company is large, a kitchen will not be enough to change the environment for employees. They already need full-fledged recreation areas. An excellent solution would be to make these zones match the style of the entire office while maintaining business principles. Here the main focus is on human comfort, so literally everything that is in ethical standards is allowed, so that workers can really quickly relax or just get distracted. This should be facilitated by furniture, lighting, sound and even room decoration.

It’s even better if a gym is included in the office design project. Of course, this requires space and the expense of purchasing sports equipment, but today's office workers value an infrastructure that helps them improve their productivity and stay fit at the same time. Typically, such a gym is equipped with exercise equipment for working with light and medium weights, as well as an area for fitness or yoga. It goes without saying that if you have such a hall, you should provide for a shower and a changing room.

Work areas

Correct ergonomics of space is important here. When developing an office design project, in which one of the important places is the work area for employees, it is necessary to take into account four basic principles of office ergonomics, which should be guided by:

1. Safety.
2. Healthcare.
3. Functionality.
4. Aesthetic appearance.

Today it is fashionable to create offices in open space format, which is very practical, but here we must not forget that each employee should have a small personal space. This is easy to do in a large open space where employees' personal space is demarcated by movable walls.

An alternative option, when people need to work in groups, is to delimit a large room into microzones, into 4-5 workstations. At the same time, it is important to allocate enough space to the person so that he does not feel like there is not enough space around him.

Order is another important part of the workplace. Everything is organized so that everything looks in order, using different organizers and file systems. It is also important to consider the correct location of office and computer equipment so that it is convenient to work with it personally.

Today, the furniture market is ready to offer excellent office models of compact sizes, but with fairly extensive functionality. For example, one of the best options for office work are desks with adjustable tops. It allows you to work from behind, standing or sitting, which suits many employees who spend entire shifts at one workstation.

Workplace

To save space, work stations can be arranged linearly. You can delimit tables with partitions, screens, blinds, and sliding panels.

Office with minimal space zoning

Workplace ideas

Everything on your desktop, with the exception of business accessories and documents, should be intended not only for beauty and interior decoration, but also to perform other, no less useful functions:

• Relieve stress: use balls of soft colors, oriental hourglasses for this.
• Relaxation - objects that can distract from the work process and evoke pleasant memories. The best option would be family photos, souvenirs, funny inscriptions.
• Motivation is the goal of lifting your spirits and continuing your work. Something that can make you work even harder.
• Inspiration is creativity and nothing more. An elegant diary for notes and fleeting sketches.

As an example of fashionable design solutions for decorating an office desktop, we invite you to look at photo examples:

Fresh flowers stimulate increased performance Source comfortoria.ru

Artistic figurines on the office table Source hochu.ua

Desktop design option Source softwaresolus.com

The maximum that could be done has already been achieved. Source jchansdesign.cylne.com

It’s nice when there is such free space in the workplace Source pinimg.com

Feng Shui advises against using such shelves and drawers. Source part.yapapka.com

An elegant desktop design option. Source pinimg.com

An original solution for office furnishings Source freegameinfo.ru

Desktop source code

Window - useful space for a work area

As many have been forced to work from home for over a year, even the most unprepared spaces have been converted into mobile offices during this time. The niches in the bedroom and living room immediately became useful spaces. After all, unlike the kitchen, the bedroom is an ideal place for privacy. Here nothing will distract from work, except sometimes: the desire to take a horizontal position. To do this, place the table so that there is no temptation.

The most popular way to create a workspace is in front of a window where you can place a desk. The more daring ones decide to use the window sill, expanding it and turning it into a work surface. Plus a couple of touches in the form of a table lamp and hanging shelves - and you can enjoy your work.

Design: Anna Ignatieva

Types of partitions

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To make a rational choice of this type of furniture, you need to take into account the existing “geography” of the room, the required number of workstations and their ergonomics. The general functional zoning of office space and the need for visual/audio isolation of workers and clients mean a lot.

What is the priority of the design component, is there a need to support the corporate identity of the organization? If you are thinking about the need to use office partitions, you should start with the above points.

And yet, what kind of partitions are there and what are their differences:

How to choose office furniture?

– maximum efficient use of office space;

– tones and materials in creating an interior;

– execution design;

– fittings, reliability and long service life;

- company - performer.

Making a choice right away is not so easy. The best solution here would be to first renovate the room, and then, based on the tones of the walls, floor, and ceiling, choose furniture. Another factor to consider is what type of activity will take place at the location.

If this is one-on-one work with clients, it makes sense to make separate offices, but if there are managers or operators here, you can get by with small partitions between workstations. In addition, it is important to study the pricing policy offered by the contractors - now there are many opportunities to purchase high-quality and inexpensive office furniture.

Accessories for shelving

When choosing a regular office shelving unit, you should take care of its aesthetic appearance, as well as the convenience of storing things or papers in it.

In addition, sorting is necessary so that the office always has order with papers, so that each of them is in its place. During working hours, some papers are constantly required and to reduce the time spent searching for them, accessories are simply necessary.

Plastic containers will make the rack not only convenient, but also beautiful and modern. Shelf partitions make it possible to quickly swap documents or move them from shelf to shelf. The cost of such accessories is not high enough, so you should still take care of purchasing them.

When choosing a rack, you need to remember that, first of all, it must be of high quality and reliable.

Guided by these two criteria, you will undoubtedly select this piece of furniture that will serve for a long time.

Check out the photo of the office shelving. We present to your attention a variety of designs and shelving made from different materials. A clear example will become an indispensable assistant in choosing such a design.

Lighting

The office design project should focus as much as possible on the quality of light. Natural lighting is considered the most comfortable for human perception, so the location of work areas should be thought out in such a way that during the day they are well illuminated by sunlight. Of course, this requires a sufficient number of windows, but it doesn’t hurt to think about the proper placement of additional light sources.

General rules for creating lighting for workers:

• people are not meant to sit with their backs to the window;
• the light should never be dim;
• lamps with a white or neutral glow are installed;
• Compact lamps are installed on work tables;
• It is better to use directional light;
• preference is given to spot lighting over general lighting;
• relaxation areas are equipped with adjustable lamps.

In general, the principle here is: there should be a lot of light, it should be of high quality, and even better if it is natural.

Design and color

To decorate the workspace, they choose office furniture in the styles of modern, loft and minimalism; they are considered the most relevant. Not inferior to them in popularity is the classic, which always remains in fashion, but it is typical for the executive zone. Each direction uses its own colors and shapes:

1. Modern. This style is characterized by the presence of smooth forms, free space and non-standard design solutions. It is chosen by modern companies that want to emphasize uniqueness. There is always a lot of light in interiors, so light products and models in pastel shades are most often chosen. In the photo, office furniture in the Art Nouveau style always looks beautiful and sophisticated. It is made from natural materials and may have floral patterns on the facades.
2. Loft. This direction looks very unusual and modern. A somewhat brutal style has recently begun to be used in commercial premises. It combines old things with innovative new items, so loft-style furniture is often artificially aged. Sofas and armchairs with a metal frame, upholstered in natural or eco-leather, are also suitable. In a loft, the zoning method is always used, so you can choose mobile cabinets, shelving, U-shaped tables and sofas for it. In this case, almost any color scheme is used. You can choose bright products, using them to create accents, or stick to designs in classic white and black tones.
3. Minimalism. It is characterized by practicality, so the furniture is simple and functional. When creating it, no decor is used; it always has clear shapes and straight lines, only slight bends are acceptable. The interiors are decorated in one color scheme - gray, white, black. Natural materials are used in production.

Modern Loft

Minimalism

Office furniture for arranging the work area

Let's start with the main corporate furnishings - tables and chairs. Without them, it is impossible to imagine a properly planned workspace. Let's take a closer look at the basic characteristics of furniture.

Criteria for choosing a functional office desk

A desktop should combine versatility and practicality. In just 2-3 years, it can change several owners, and everyone should be comfortable working with it. We'll tell you what to look for when purchasing.

Office desk material

The most budget options are made from chipboard or chipboard. These are sawdust compressed and bonded with resins. Chipboard itself is porous, so it is not very durable. To improve its performance properties, the surface is covered with PVC film, resulting in laminated chipboard or laminated chipboard.

More expensive and wear-resistant raw materials are MDF. These are also compressed sawdust, but their density is much higher. Therefore, the material is reliable and wear-resistant. It is also covered with plastic, and in expensive models with veneer. But the second option is purchased for the arrangement of management offices. Veneer is more expensive, looks more aesthetically pleasing, but scratches more easily and requires careful handling.

Office desk design options

Furniture design is varied and there is no point in describing the entire range. Let's look at the general parameters:

• Classic rectangular desks are now rarely used in offices: they are not functional. They are often placed in the waiting area for visitors.
• If the employee’s professional responsibilities do not include maintaining documentation, choose a simple computer desk with a pull-out shelf for the keyboard.
• For employees who work with both a computer and documents, various models of computer desks with built-in cabinets and drawers are suitable.
• If you need a place to store professional literature or you are setting up a work office in an apartment, we recommend purchasing an option with a built-in shelving unit.

To increase the functionality of a regular desk, buy mobile cabinets with drawers. To save your equipment, place a stand for the system unit under each desktop.

Choosing comfortable office chairs and chairs

A separate article on our blog is devoted to the criteria for purchasing a work chair and chairs for visitors. In this publication we list only the key characteristics of the furniture:

• The back of the product should have an anatomical shape with a curve under the lower back.
• The chair should have armrests. They relieve stress from the cervico-brachial region.
• The height of the seat, armrests and backrest should be adjusted in accordance with the individual characteristics of the seated person.
• Choose products made from breathable material to ensure a hygienic workplace.

For employees who spend little time at their desks, choose classic office chairs. But if an employee sits at a computer for several hours in a row, be sure to purchase a chair.

General tips for organizing an office

The experience of large corporations suggests that for employees to work comfortably, it is necessary not only to have a comfortable workplace, but also to have a rest room, a room for eating, as well as a room for meetings and negotiations.

Of course, not all companies have the opportunity to provide employees with all of the above.

Therefore, even in a small office it is important to choose practical office furniture that meets all requirements and functional tasks.

When thinking about the practicality and functionality of the interior, do not forget about aesthetics. The material from which the furniture is made determines both the overall impression of the interior, as well as its service life and comfort. It can be metal, natural wood or chipboard, as well as wear-resistant plastic.

Durability is also affected by the quality of fittings, furniture accessories, facades, mechanisms, and, of course, proper care. Good office furniture should have a reliable design.

Furniture for the reception area and the director's office is the face of the company; visitors judge the company by it. Therefore, the furnishings in these rooms should not only be functional, but also stylish, beautiful, and representative.

Upholstered furniture for the office is acceptable in the conference room, reception area, and also in the recreation room. The meeting room will also require a table; the best option would be a round or oval table; it is believed that this shape contributes to effective negotiations and fruitful meetings. Shelving is useful in accounting; they will help organize work with documents and their storage.

Employees should be provided with everything necessary for work, depending on their duties. For a manager, a computer desk with shelves for a keyboard and processor, and a drawer or cabinet for storing work documents will be enough. But the engineer will have to provide a drafting table and a desk lamp.

Features of choice and basic requirements

How to choose office furniture taking into account all the nuances? First of all, office furniture should take into account the specifics of the organization. It is good for lawyers, lawyers, and psychologists to arrange separate rooms for communicating with clients. The atmosphere in such a room should be inviting.

For convenience, office workers such as managers, journalists, copywriters should be located in a common large office. Everyone needs to set up a comfortable workplace, including a table and chair. This place should create a certain privacy, but at the same time allow communication with colleagues.

Before choosing office furniture, you need to consider the features of the room. The office and furniture should match in color. It is better to choose neutral shades that set you in a working mood.

Select materials that are durable. Firstly, because it is irrational to change work furniture too often. Secondly, not all office employees will treat it as carefully as at home. Thirdly, it is used more often and more intensively. As for cabinet furniture, it can be made of fiberboard or MDF. Upholstered furniture should be impervious to dirt and easy to clean. The best option is leatherette upholstery in dark colors.

If the organization moves frequently, then you need to purchase furniture that can be easily disassembled and assembled. That's basically all you need to consider when choosing office furniture. Taking these nuances into account, the items will last a long time and create an efficient work environment.

Furniture for employees

When designing the space in which office employees are located, it is better to avoid experiments and stick to traditional solutions.

At the same time, the interior should not be completely devoid of comfort. Some decorative details will help him create it, for example: small figurines, photographs, framed paintings, living plants. In general, the decor should remain simple and concise.

Particular attention must be paid to the arrangement of the workplace. Chairs and armchairs should be comfortable, and cabinets and shelves with working documentation should be located in such a way that it is convenient for each employee to use them

The main differences between an office sofa and a home sofa

The upholstered furniture that we choose for our home is radically different from office models. For office sofas, more rigid frames are created. Such furniture should not promote relaxation.

Sofas with a strict classic design are considered the best option. Simplicity is encouraged in structure and color. Pieces of furniture of fancy shapes and eye-catching colors would be appropriate only in creative workshops, but not in the office of the head of a serious organization.

Since the cost of rent for good office space is quite high, rational use of space is an important point. Therefore, new sofas designed for placement in offices are quite compact.

A small sofa for three people, or a neat corner sofa will fit perfectly into a simple interior, while significantly saving room space.

The style and color of a piece of upholstered furniture is determined in accordance with the overall interior of the room. In the details of room design, designers often try to place some emphasis on the activities of the organization.

When choosing furniture, you must also read the dimensions of the room. In fairly spacious, bright rooms you can place a bulky office sofa. And in a small office it is better to buy a compact sofa, designed for two or three people.

Professionals recommend sticking to one line in the style of the entire office. Therefore, when purchasing a soft sofa for your office, you should choose a model that will harmonize with the style of upholstered furniture in the rest of the rooms; ideally, they should belong to the same collection.

Modern office layout examples

The design of a workspace does not end with choosing the interior style of the room. To create a comfortable schedule in the office, it is also necessary to select and arrange the furniture correctly to ensure that it is replaced correctly. In an office space, everything should be adapted to the efficiency and effectiveness of the work process. If you enter the office too quickly, then you just need to work.

Seat selection

Chairs

Of course, this type of furniture is the most inconvenient, but at the same time, the most budget-friendly. Chairs can be chosen for clients, or for those employees who are in the office less of the time.

Executive and staff chair

If your job is mostly sedentary during working hours, you need to choose good and comfortable office chairs.

Are you still wondering how to choose furniture? Read on!

For comfortable work of staff and management, it is necessary:

• Chair height adjustment available
• Availability of (preferably ergonomic) armrests
• Choose a chair with a high and comfortable backrest
• The chair had wheels and, of course, a swivel mechanism.

Sofa

Such furniture is usually used to furnish a lounge or reception area. The most durable sofa upholstery is genuine leather.

Choosing an office chair

An poorly equipped place to work can bring a feeling of discomfort, fatigue and a bad mood. Therefore, take the choice of a chair seriously; one glance at the chair will not be enough. Be sure to evaluate its properties based on your feelings to be convinced of its quality. First of all, pay attention to the seat - it should be moderately firm, with a reclining back, comfortable armrests, preferably on wheels.

The seat should be easily adjustable in height, the legs of the person sitting on it should not hang down; it would be great if the chair had a special footrest. The material with which the office chair is covered also plays a big role - leather or thick fabric is best, this will prevent overheating and hypothermia.

Types of office cabinets

Before answering the question - how to choose an office cabinet, we will understand the design and construction features, and in addition, the types of this interior element that exist today.

There are the following types of cabinets that are used in office premises:

Built-in cabinets installed in special niches in the wall, as a rule, have sliding or hinged doors.

They are used similarly to wall ones: for storing outerwear, documents, or archives. The big advantage of this type is that it saves space; however, it requires niches in the walls.

Cabinets. They got their name for their unusual design and are a tall but narrow cabinet. Used to store documents or outerwear. Cabinets - pencil cases are usually installed in small office spaces.

Secretaries: they are a kind of symbiosis of a closet and a desk. A special feature of this type is the presence of pull-out elements, folding shelves, and drawers. Secretaries are usually installed in filing cabinets, personnel departments, accounting departments, archives, etc.

We have indicated only the main types of designs, however, there are also non-standard solutions, the use of which is caused by specific requirements or tastes, and therefore it makes no sense to consider these options here.

Document storage systems

Multi-section shelf systems of open or closed type are installed in offices. The first option is used to store current and frequently used documentation, office supplies and literature. Archival documents are placed in closed boxes.

If we talk about the material, then metal shelving is most in demand for offices. They are reliable, unpretentious and can withstand a lot of weight. Models made from chipboard or MDF are more aesthetically pleasing; they are made in neutral colors, so they fit harmoniously into a classic office interior.

In some offices, shelving is used as a partition between work areas or departments. An open type sample with 25 sections is suitable for these purposes.

Table selection

Executive desk

Such an object should have a sufficiently large width and spaciousness. After all, sometimes it is necessary to accommodate several employees or visitors at the executive table.

Choose an option that has drawers and, preferably, more than one. This will avoid clutter on the table surface.

In addition, sometimes negotiations and meetings are held in the director's office. In this case, there should also be a side table or tables.

For staff

What furniture to choose for an employee depends on his position and the specifics of the work performed. Of course, if the main work involves a person being at a computer, choose the right computer desks. If the work involves drawing up drawings, the tabletop should be large and comfortable.

Also, the table should have drawers, bedside tables, etc. This is necessary so that the upper part is not cluttered, and so that it is hidden from prying eyes.

Meeting room table

It is necessary to select its size based on the number of people who will gather behind it, adding to this number (in reserve) three or four seats. Well, if this happens, and a lot of people gather in the meeting room, you can always deliver chairs to equip the meeting table for the required number of people.

No drawers or bedside tables are needed here. The maximum that can be here is a small shelf placed directly above the tabletop so that negotiators can put their things there.

When choosing a table that has the shape of an oval or circle, the number of people behind it can be easily changed if necessary.

To avoid awkward situations during a meeting or conference, you should not choose a tabletop made of transparent glass.

How to save money when purchasing?

First of all, employers are trying to save on materials. This can be done, most importantly, without compromising the quality and comfort of employees. To do this, you should consult with the seller, familiarize yourself with all the possible options and settle on the option that is optimal in terms of wear resistance and price.

By purchasing all the elements of office furnishings in one place, you can receive from the seller an offer of profitable cooperation with an additional discount. In addition to saving your budget, this option allows you to avoid making mistakes in choosing shades and colors of furniture; all products are guaranteed to be combined.

Before submitting your application, make sure that you have correctly indicated the names and quantities of goods. Agree on a convenient delivery time, and check whether delivery to the floor and assembly are included in the price. This will allow you to avoid conflict situations and save time on unnecessary proceedings.

Manufacturing materials

A large number of materials are used in the manufacture of furniture. In many ways, they determine the cost of products, their appearance, and service life. The choice of material may also depend on the stylistic design. Each type has its own characteristics, which you should know about in order to choose the optimal office interior solution.

The budget category of furniture is practical and can have a different look due to the use of veneered facades. Chipboard is often used to create products intended for personnel. MDF belongs to the more expensive segment because it has increased wear resistance, immunity to moisture and temperature changes. Expensive office furniture is always made from solid wood, so it is not available to all companies.

Modern interiors often use designs made from non-standard materials. Often glass and metal, plastic and wood, or stone can be combined in one product. Such creative solutions are especially characteristic of the loft style. Textiles are widely used: synthetic fabrics in budget furniture, natural fabrics in expensive ones.

Chipboard

laminated chipboard

Plastic

MDF Glass Solid wood

Combined materials

Cabinet furniture

Among the types of office furniture, cabinet products are considered the most popular. They allow you to arrange the interior with maximum comfort and taking into account the characteristics of the room. Cabinet furniture can be made on the basis of chipboard, MDF, PVC, fibreboard, solid wood and even rattan. Pressed sawdust reduces cost and is therefore often used for the production of inexpensive products. To increase service life, the canvases are laminated. Fiberboard is one of the most budget-friendly materials, but does not tolerate moisture well, so it is better to avoid it. For cabinets, MDF is the best option; it has good strength and is environmentally friendly.

Chipboard MDF

Fibreboard Solid

Rattan

Chairs, armchairs, sofas

Budget chair models are most often made using powder-coated stainless steel and textiles. PVC can also be used, which is durable and easy to maintain. Plastic reduces the weight of the structure, so using such chairs is convenient.

Armchairs are most often created using artificial leather. This is the best option, which looks aesthetically pleasing and is characterized by low cost. More expensive types of chairs can be upholstered in genuine leather. Products for modern high-tech interiors are made from plastic, glass or metal, often used to create designer furniture.

Stainless steel Plastic Faux leather

Glass

Metal

Synthetic fabric Genuine leather

Material from which office cabinets are made

Wood is a beautiful, durable, environmentally friendly, but expensive material. Furniture made from natural wood always looks expensive and modern, but it must be remembered that in the absence of a special coating, the wood can swell from excess moisture in the office or, on the contrary, dry out when exposed to too dry air.

Metal is the most practical, wear-resistant material. It protects not only from unwanted guests and mechanical stress, but also has fire safety and is also resistant to temperature changes.

Glass - shelves and doors are usually made from it. It looks original, especially if the glass is made with intricate patterns, unusual shapes, or tinted. However, it is worth considering that glass is very fragile.

MDF and chipboard are distinguished by their quality, beautiful appearance and reasonable price.

By following these simple tips, you can easily organize an extraordinary, practical and stylish interior. In conclusion, I would like to wish you a successful choice and profitable purchase of office furniture.

Office design style

Depending on the style in which the office space is decorated, clients can form a different opinion about the company.

Classic

Classic style can be used to create the image of a reliable company that you can trust and that values ​​​​its reputation. Will fit perfectly into the interior of a bank or real estate agency.

Minimalism

A minimum of details in the office interior will indicate your focus on results. Suitable for companies involved in technology development or investment business.

High tech

High-tech is a style for progressive, young, developing companies. This style of room decoration will emphasize your desire to keep up with the times. Will fit perfectly into the interior of an IT office, household appliances, etc.

Eclecticism

Combining incompatible things is the lot of creative people. This style is ideal for decorating the offices of fashion studios, magazine editorial offices or advertising agencies.

Deciding on the color

The best option would be to choose natural tones. If dark tones predominate, it will depress, while a bright palette of colors will irritate over time. To make it easier to decide, you can look at photographs of office furniture.

A light beige, sand, and warm range of shades will be pleasing to the eye. An office interior in light colors always looks richer, more spacious and inviting.