You may have seen Furniture Fashion's review on the more modern reception and lounge seating by Bernhardt Designs, and here are a few of their more classic styles. As you can see these chairs are perfect for a professional office environment where image is important and the waiting room is often the first impression a client sees. Bernhardt Designs is the newest line from the Bernhardt, a name synonymous with American made quality. In addition to these beautiful lounge / guest room chairs, Bernhardt offers a complete collection of conference and executive chairs to complete your professional office environment.
For many years Bernhardt has been a leader in American traditional furniture with a strong focus on quality. I was pleasantly surprised to see the Bernhardt Design contract collection of tastefully elegant modern seating for the well decorated professional environment. This series features some outstanding waiting room and guest chairs as you can see, but Bernhardt also offers the complete office furniture package which includes conference tables and chairs, executive desks, and computer work stations. Getting back to the chairs, you can choose from ultra modern Remy shown in red, or the more conservative slanting arms of the all wood Loft chair, or somewhere in between. Remy $1872 Loft $1900 Suggested List
Now that the large computer is slowly fading into a compact laptop George Nelson's "Swag Leg Desk" is the perfect place to conduct business in style. This is the 50th anniversary of the Hermann Miller release that features a Walnut laminate top, plastic drawers, chromed steel tubing, and four hardwood dividers in vibrant colors. In addition adjustable glides and a grommet for cable management make the Swag Leg Desk as convenient as good looking. 39" W 28.5" D 34.5" H $1799 Ships in 3 Weeks Get it Here
Having worked in office environments for many years, I know that the design of the setting can go a long way towards enhancing the experience of the employees. For example, hip and fresh designs and colors indicate new ideas and growth. Conversely, drab colors may indicate a more mature company that is on "auto-pilot". I myself have worked in both environments. I came across an interesting company, Arcadia Contract, which has a "very cool" line. In these pictures you see great colors, shapes, and designs that are sure to brighten up any office setting. I found their line of modular office furniture to be inspiring for companies looking for fresh and new ideas. You can find a link to their site here.
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You can tell the Four Design collection was designed by architects especially when you see their stacking chairs and how elegantly they fit together. In today's commercial office environment confidence is often a result of the visual appeal of the surroundings and the first impression that is made. Architects Christina Strand and Niels Hvass run Four Design of Denmark that focuses on crisp clean designs comprised of minimal elements, and "to the point" functional office tables, chairs, desks, and storage units. The Four Design series of Moventi and Four Cant products mesh well in a variety of eye pleasing finishes and metal accents that create a harmonious office environment.
