So your office is ready to be outfitted with office furniture. Where do you start? Do you hop online and just start picking out your favorite pieces? Do you attempt to layout your floorplan on your own? Do you install the furniture by yourself? The answer to these questions is no, well unless of course you are well versed in furnishing an office.
There are a number of factors to consider when selecting office furniture for your business. In this blog we will discuss a few of these factors to help you make the best decision possible when selecting your office furniture.
What Office Furniture Do I Need?
Before you begin shopping, compile a list of the office furniture you need. This can help narrow down your searching. Think of various functions you’re looking for out of your furniture and mark that down as well. By having an idea of what you need and how you want it to function can really help you save time while shopping.
What are the Dimensions of the Workspace?
Knowing the proper dimensions of the workspace is vital. Most buildings will have a CAD drawing or a blueprint of sorts that depict the measurements of the office. From the drawings, a designer will then be able to layout your office furniture and tell you what is and isn’t possible. This information is very helpful and will determine the selection of office furniture.
What is the Color Scheme of the Office?
What colors are your walls, carpets and accents? Many office furniture dealers, like EthoSource, will provide design help to coordinate the office furniture colors with the designs of the overall office. You don’t need to be an interior designer, but if you have an idea of how you would like the office to look, a designer can help your idea come to fruition.
What is the Budget?
Set realistic expectations of the office furniture you would like and your available budget. Used office furniture is a great way to get the most bang for your buck. You can save a ton on your purchase by selecting used office cubicles or used office desks. In most cases, you actually receive a higher quality product by purchasing used, than new.
When Must the Furniture be Installed?
It is very important to set a realistic timeframe for when you need the furniture installed. The last thing you want to do is wait too long to make your purchase and create a shortened timeframe. Be sure to make your move-in date known by the office furniture dealer early on, so that they coordinate your office furniture purchase as efficiently as possible.
There are several other factors to consider when making the purchasing decision. When you are ready to make that decision, our educated staff can answer any questions you may have.