Pre-Owned Furniture Saves You Money Without Sacrificing Quality

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We all want new. A new car, a new home, a new pair of shoes, new clothes, the list can essentially go on and on. There’s something about owning something no one else has. It can make the idea of pre-owned seem like second class. But that is definitely not always the case! If you’re someone who already practices smart recycling and repurposing efforts then you’re well aware of how many benefits pre-owned truly brings.

Pre-owned doesn’t necessarily mean old or poor condition. In most cases, pre-owned means gently used. Think about the time you bought something and only used it once or twice and for the most part kept it there as decoration. “It’s as good as new!”- that’s a description that pretty much sums it up! In other cases, it could be an item that was well-maintained, maybe needs a few repairs but is otherwise still in working condition.

At Indoff Commercial Interiors, we know quality pre-owned furniture when we see it! We can even help you if you’re looking to sell your own pre-owned furniture.   

Benefits of Buying Pre-Owned Furniture

When it comes to pre-owned furniture, there are numerous benefits to acquiring gently used or used furniture. For one, you’ll save hundreds! As a business who is just getting your feet off the ground, saving on office resources wherever possible is a must. In addition to saving money, you’ll have what you need and can quickly get to work.

Pre-owned furniture also has an unmatched charm that new furniture just doesn’t! The mid-century modern trend in home decor that resurfaced is a perfect example of this. It’s an aesthetic that is both nostalgic and new. It’s perfect for those looking to mix the old with the new. The addition of pre-owned furniture next to new technology in many ways is a juxtaposition of two different worlds and how they work together. Plus, an office with character makes for a fun and interesting workspace!

Contact Indoff Commercial Interiors

Saving money, adding character, and getting what you need right away, you simply can’t go wrong with pre-owned furniture, especially when you shop at Indoff Commercial Interior. Our furniture expert and distributor Kim Gregory will ensure you find exactly what you’re looking for to create the perfect office. Connect with us today to explore your options!

Benefits of Reupholstering Your Office Furniture

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Do you own a piece of furniture that you wish you bought two of because you love it so much? We know that feeling! Falling in love with a chair, sofa, or desk is similar to the feeling of a child loving his toy or blanket. You can’t live without it and you dread the day it will break or fall apart. The reality is some furniture will eventually experience a split, tear, or burst — when this does happen, reupholstering is a viable solution. As opposed to throwing out a beloved office chair or faithful desk, consider having it reupholstered by the experts here at Indoff. Not only does reupholstering your furniture save you the headache of looking for a new one, but it’s also good for the environment!

If you have a broken chair sitting in storage because you haven’t found the willpower to throw it out, consider having it reupholstered for the following reasons:

Reupholstering is cost-effective

Simply put, furniture is expensive. Especially if you invest in a piece that was hand-made or is made out of high-quality material. So when the piece experiences a tear or a part of it breaks, the idea of throwing it out is problematic. The cost of replacing even one chair can set you back by a couple of hundreds of dollars. That’s where reupholstering comes in. Most broken furniture can be salvaged with the right person’s skill and technique. At Indoff, our team will access your item and create a plan to fix it, making it appear brand new but you won’t have to pay the price of a brand new piece!   

Furniture has sentimental value

Whether you were gifted the piece from your father or purchased it yourself when you received a promotion, the sentimental value of furniture is something we often take for granted. It isn’t until we’re faced with the idea of replacing it that we realize how much it means to us. Have you ever tried out a new chair and thought “Nope, it’s not as comfortable as the one I currently have!” In addition to comfort, most furniture takes on a life of its own based on its familiarity. Instead of replacing it because of a few marks or tears, have it reupholstered. You can have your loyal desk, chair, sofa, or even a cubicle component reupholstered and never have to say goodbye!

It’s environmentally friendly

Perhaps one of the greatest benefits of reupholstering is the minimization of waste. While you can recycle furniture by donating it to a local second-hand shop, the downside of donating furniture that may need some work is it can end up in the dumpster. If a piece isn’t selling because of its lack of appeal, there’s a chance it will be thrown away. Instead of risking this possibility, you can have the piece reupholstered and be reused. All of the furniture that’s reupholstered here at Indoff becomes much more appealing and can be used for years to come. So not only will you have a beautiful piece of furniture but you’ll be positively impacting the environment.

Learn More About The Benefits of Having Your Furniture Reupholstered

We have no doubt that you’ll be completely satisfied with the reupholstering services offered here at Indoff offer. There’s no need to throw out furniture when you can give it a makeover with the help of our team. We’ll ensure that you are completely satisfied with our work and that the piece appears brand new — ready to be used. Contact us today to learn more.

Open Office and Closed Workspaces – Why Choose?

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Office space planning sketchIn recent years, many professional experts and studies have devoted themselves to advocating open office spaces and how they improve office productivity and employee morale. It was put forward that open work spaces encouraged more collaboration, as well as removing constricting walls that made some office workers feel more like drones than employees. Soon, office space planning was overloaded with open work space designs. Gone were the square cubicle of past decades- now employers were investing in bright, open spaces and shared desks. Unfortunately, when it comes to office space planning, it is no longer a one size fits all concept. In 2018, we began to see an increasing attention to what works for employees, not what particular trend is being pushed by these “experts”.

Open Vs Closed Office Work Spaces

While many businesses were quick to embrace an open floor plan for their offices, it may not have been the best choice for all industries, or even for all employees. Open floor concepts can work wonderfully for collaborative teams, where a group of people are working on one project to achieve the same goal. It makes it easier to discuss ideas, compare different aspects of a project, and share information.

However, no matter what industry you are in, open work spaces can also run the risk of distractions, noise, and unhappy employees whose different work styles may not mesh well. With this in mind, we are seeing an emergence of a different kind of closed workspace. Individual workstations, as well as a smart use of space are becoming more and more popular. We are also seeing the rise of designated room spaces, like lounges and cafe-like setups where employees can enjoy a quiet space that is respected by everyone else. This provides a welcome respite from a co-worker who has to constantly be on the phone, or to get away from whatever collaborative process is taking place elsewhere.

Considering Your Industry and Your Employee Needs

Not every industry should or can embrace the open office space concept, for varying reasons. For example, a financial advising company who deals in confidential information and deals would not be wise to indulge in such a concept. With so much confidential information floating around, they might consider putting their own spin on it, such as glass barriers and formal meeting rooms to ensure privacy. A marketing agency, which can have different departments and considerations, can consider dividing their departments in a way to fit their needs. Many companies that are concerned with a professional demeanor and appearance can find open offices to be too chaotic to present to clients, therefore sticking to grouped cubicles or different types of enclosed offices.

Office Space Planning Should Be About More than Open or Closed Spaces

When it comes to how you want to handle office space planning, it is much more complicated than choosing cubicles or shared desks. It is about your employees and they way they work, your industry needs, and your own particular taste. At Indoff Commercial Interiors, Kim Gregory will help you decide not just what office chairs and desks will provide the face you want for your business, but she can also help you analyze and choose the best way to organize your office space for maximum productivity and employee morale. Give us a call today!

The Creative & Workspace Advantages of the Office Cubicle Design

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Office cubicles get a bad rep. They are often the target of commentary or jokes regarding office work uniformity or tedium, but the truth is —since their emergence into the workspace in the mid-1960’s— cubicles have proven to be a rather effective way to organize workspaces. Modern day has given us some new ideas about how to better modernize and maximize this office furniture; there is no shortage of creativity when it comes to using the office cubicles in enhancing work output.  Here at Indoff, we know that so much lies in the organization and the configuration of the furniture and why we are in the business of improving workspace layouts and environments.

When they first emerged on the scene, it was known as “Action Office” and the design of the office cubicles was the product of a lot of back and forth discussion regarding ways to improve the productivity of the worker. The design was predicated upon the idea that employees are more productive when they can personalize a space and have a sense of privacy while not being completely disconnected from the other people in the office.

Creative Advantages

The modern workstations can take many forms. The cubicle has changed since the early versions, but it has kept its most effective features.

  • Personalization: The space of the cubicle allows for some personalization of the space with photographs, trinkets, books, or other personal items. Workers can decorate without affecting the space of others and still make their workstation feel like their own.
  • Functional: While there is something to be said about an open workspace, there is undeniable functionality to an office cubicle. They can be arranged in a variety of ways that enhance the worker’s particular purpose. This might be installing desks, placing printers nearby, adding screens, etc.
  • Privacy: This type of office space arrangement also promote a sense of privacy. In this way, employees can have some control over the disruptions that happen around them. In a completely open work setting, this can become an issue and hinder productivity levels.
  • Encourages teamwork: In the same way that this office set up provides some personal space, it also allows for collaboration, as there is usually easy access to nearby employees. This encourages face to face communication around the office.

The Modern Workstation

Modern office cubicles also offer more options than the traditional ‘cube’ shape. The modern stations can be arranged in a variety of ways with different options on height, material, desk space, and configuration. The modern workstation is a great way to optimize space while providing each worker with their own demarcated work borders. This gives you a great amount of freedom when arranging workers in the best possible arrangements to fit their needs.

Enhance Your Office with Indoff

Indoff Commercial Interiors can help turn your office into a hub of human potential, creativity, and energy. Despite the cubicle’s misrepresentation, the reality is that fifty years later it is still being used as an effective way to organize today’s modern workspaces. Today’s office layouts are being defined and redefined by the concepts that first gave rise to the cubicle in the first place. The modern workplace offers variations and modifications that can suit your employee’s particular needs. Give us a call today!

 

The Office Life: What Do Office Desks Say About You?

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Indoff Commercial Interiors believes that office furniture speaks volumes about your business or company. We might not realize it, but the spaces we inhabit have an affect on productivity, mood, and how we feel about work. With Indoff, get comfortable and functional office desks that fit every work style.

If you’re like many hard working Americans, you have at some point stopped and looked around the surrounding office desks and wondered: How did it get like this? You see empty coke cans, half-filled coffee mugs, Post-it notes scattered like confetti, pens, files out of order, and maybe even a half eaten sandwich from the day before. Perhaps you are completely the opposite: your pens are neatly placed on one side, Post-its on the other, and files stacked in a  perfect perpendicular line against your origami tree. Your office desk can say important things about your personality and how you approach your work.

There are a few different categories that might describe your office desk and beyond. Perhaps you are a little bit of each. So what does your desk say about you?

The Spartan: This is for the minimalist warrior in you. A person that sticks to the basics, doesn’t fall for the unnecessarily ornate and doesn’t keep more than they need. They survive with little and can make it go a long way. This means your desk doesn’t pile up, get cluttered, or accumulate extra accessories or junk. You might encounter: a lot of free desk space, pens in place, folders organized and color coded.

The Collector:  It’s hard for you to let go. You consider that you might need that one Post-it note even though it’s been a week since that one meeting. The collector also takes a few days to clear out old messages, packages, or lunch remnants. You might encounter: big paper stacks, unorganized files, scattered pens, and random trinkets or papers.

The Information Geek: You are meticulous with information and you like to document everything to maintain order. A physical reminder is important for you and so your office desk is a kind of organized chaos, but what you exhibit has a distinct purpose. You might encounter: marked calendars, reminders, family photographs, reference books, maps, and/or project specific notes.

The Yogi: This office desk tends to be soothing to look at. This is for the person that is the best to handle stress, doesn’t panic, and usually calms everyone down when you’re close to deadline on a major project. They might do Yoga or meditation on their lunch hour. You might encounter: soothing plants, pleasant colors, a Buddha statue, and an organized surface with an added element of inspirational posters or items.

Be the Best with Indoff Office Desks

Regardless of what type of personality might describe you, the quality of the office desks will set the stage. High quality and well-designed furniture provides the comfort and professionalism needed to keep order and encourage productivity. Set the stage with Indoff Commercial Interiors and get started on your way to success.

The Changing Tides of Office Space Planning

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beautifully modern office space with glass partitionsMost people might not consider the fact that smart and successful companies take great consideration in how they organize their employees within their office space. The configuration of workers within a work space can profoundly impact productivity, office morale and culture, as well as fostering territory for creativity and problem solving. At the same time, office space planning reflects the changing trends in how people work and how they feel about their work. Here at Indoff Commercial Interiors we study these changing trends and how they help companies thrive, grow, and prosper.

The Early Stages

Early work spaces tended to put a greater emphasis on strict efficiency and often crowded workers in an open environment while the higher ups watched from an office behind closed doors. This was reminiscent of factory setups where the boss watched the workers from an elevated office. These early spaces focused solely on action and gave workers very little private space, individuality, or room for growth.

This then evolved into the well known cubicle. This was an era of office space planning focused solely on conserving space and resources. This led to rows and rows of square shaped areas separated with modular walls. These setups are infamous for creating a dull, robotic, and monotonous environment where the water cooler was the only respite from the isolating and impersonal spaces of the cubicle.

Modern Changes

The modern office world has made an attempt at tackling these traditional layouts, breaking them up, and integrating the need for a freer exchange of ideas. Many of the new concepts in office space planning include words such as co-working, cross-pollination, an incubation. All ideas that promote creative thinking and a richer environment that propels workflow and progress. The art of office space planning today is a delicate balance between privacy and communal work spaces that allow for more collaboration and engagement.

Design Productivity

Turn your office into more than just a place where people work.  With the right arrangement, your office will not only look great, but it will incite your employees to be more productive, creative, and propel your  company forward to better fulfill your mission and objectives. Call Indoff Commercial Interiors and join the revolution of creative office space planning and transform your business today.  

Make The Most Of Your Workspace with Office Furniture

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office furnitureSmall companies that employ fewer than a dozen employees and large, international conglomerates have more things in common than you might’ve initially thought. First and foremost, both must make use of their allotted space in the smartest way possible. Not only does this result in a more organized work environment, it also gives employees the opportunity to work more efficiently. Office furniture can make any office space as useful as possible. If you’re in the El Paso area, Indoff Commercial Interiors is the team to choose for all your office furniture needs. We’ve outlined a few tips that will help you achieve the most out of your office space, no matter the size.

Understand Your Limitations

Before going ahead and buying a complete set of office chairs, desks, and filing cabinets, it’s important to keep yourself grounded. Perhaps that modern desk looks breathtaking in the showroom but it just wouldn’t suit your company’s immediate needs. By understanding your limitations, you’ll be able to proceed accordingly with unclouded vision. This mindset will give you the opportunity to choose the correct office furniture for your workspace.

Maintain a Unified Look

Now that you’re well aware of your limitations, it’s time to brainstorm what you want your future office to look like. Office furniture has come a long way. You can choose from traditional options or more modern and original choices. But it’s important to always remember that this is an office, a workspace. You don’t want to sacrifice a professional work environment by outfitting it with furniture that doesn’t go along with how you want your company to be perceived by clients and employees. Or perhaps you want to go all out. Even then, remember to maintain a unified look!

Plan for the Future

Office furniture will be a part of your workspace for many years to come. For this reason, it’s necessary to make sure you choose furniture that will suit the needs of your office for years to come. When it comes to office furniture, it’s best to choose something that can last for a years and years, stylewise. Remember lava lamps and bean bag chairs? Although they’ve become somewhat kitschy, they’ve long disappeared from offices and professional work environments. Keep this in mind when looking at potential office furniture. No one wants to work at the one office that still uses bead door curtains! If you’re ready to update your office furniture, contact Indoff Commercial Interiors today!

Tips To Maximize Your Small Office Space

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Young casually dressed employees at work in coworking office. Corporate team working on laptops and taking notes in shared room, brainstorming about new project, teamwork and collaboration concept.Working in a small commercial building has many advantages. For one, it minimizes your time of commuting from one area to the next. It also allows coworkers to interact more frequently with one another, which helps boost the office morale. And if you’re looking to save on overhead costs, smaller buildings could mean lower rent.

On the other hand, smaller offices mean that every piece of furniture makes a huge impact on the entire office layout. Luckily if you work in a small office, there are tips and tricks to maximize your space that don’t involve too much heavy lifting. Here are a few ways you can make the most of your small-scale office:

Tip #1: Measure and Access Your Space

Knowing the measurements of your entire office will allow you to better plan for the layout of furniture. One of the best ways you can first plan for the reorganization of your office is to measure the dimensions of each room as well as the height of ceilings. Next, you’ll want to assess the walls and windows. Making use of natural light and wall space can help you plan for the placement of desks, shelves, and other office furniture such as tables and storage bins.     

Tip #2: Build Up

Once you’ve measured your space, you’ll have a better idea of how to setup the layout for better-fitting desks and shelving. In an effort to create more space, you should consider incorporating shelves. As opposed to storing items around desks, with shelves you’ll be able to make use of walls while efficiently organizing everyday use material.

Tip #3: Get Rid of Clutter

Clutter contributes to office productivity in more than one way. People are often slowed down by the visual of clutter. Moreover, if you’ve ever spent more than five minutes looking for a single document then you know how time-consuming clutter can be. Spending a few hours (or days, if necessary) on getting rid of useless items, will save you time and space going forward.   

Tip #4: Create Adaptable Workspaces

If you’re tied to the idea of designating specific work areas, you’ll want to reconsider — for good reason. Having the flexibility to move around within your small office allows you maximize the overall space. For example, a workspace that can be used for interns and part-time employees or desks that easily move and can come together for meetings.  

Start Redesigning Your Small Office Space Today

At Indoff Commercial Interiors, our expert consultant Kim Gregory can help you rethink your space with productivity and color psychology in mind. Consider how much time you devote at your office and how critical it is to provide a positive and energetic environment for you and your team. Together, we can make it happen. Let’s get started today!

Indoff Commercial Interiors is the Way to Go

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Empty Interior Of Modern Design OfficeWhen you need to new decor or furniture for your office the last thing you want to do is visit the office furniture store. This advice may sound counter intuitive. However, when you visit the local store, first of all, your options will be limited. You will have to choose from a selection that is available to you in drab colors. The prices will also more than likely be too high for the quality of furniture. Secondly, you won’t receive the quality customer care you can get with Indoff Commercial Interiors.

The Expert Touch

When you choose to go with Indoff Commercial Interiors in El Paso, Kim Gregory will provide quality custom care. She will help you from the inception of ideas to delivering and installing the last piece of furniture. She will take a piece of graph paper and brainstorm ideas for your office’s unique needs. Whether your team needs an open floor plan for plenty of collaborating or rows of many desks for a customer calling center, she knows how to design your office space. She will also take into account color psychology to provide the right mood and atmosphere for your employees. When it comes to providing a welcoming and effective environment, she is an expert.

An Office Designed to Your Budget

Kim Gregory also offers better budgeting advice than you will find at your local office furniture store. She can help you created a blended office space of both new and used desks and furniture to ensure you stay within your budget limits. If the sky’s the limit for your budget she will be sure to provide you with the best quality and top of the line products. Overall, Kim will help you create an office space that you and your employees will be proud to return to day after day.

Contact Kim Gregory at Indoff Office Interiors Today

If you are looking for a better experience than you can find at your office furniture store, be sure to contact Kim Gregory. She is the expert in creating inviting and productive work environments. Her skills paired with Indoff Commercial Interiors’ quality furniture is sure to provide for your needs. She will take you from a graph paper layout to a beautiful office you and your team can be proud of. Contact us today to get started with a consultation with KIm. She will be happy to answer your questions or get you started right away!

3 Good Reasons to Buy New Office Chairs

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Modern office chairs detail, shallow DOF.Buying a blend of new and used office furniture is a great way to get great office design on a budget. Cubicles, desks, cubbies, and book shelves can be found for less than half the price of buying new items. However, there are a select few items that you should highly consider buying new. Among top on the list is office chairs. While buying these used could save a great deal of money, there is a lot of value in purchasing them new. We have a few reasons why listed here for you.

Office Chairs Sustain a lot of Wear and Tear

When it comes to office furniture, chairs probably sustain the most wear and tear. Employees in office environments spend many of their hours on the clock sitting. Some office work requires repeated sitting and standing. There’s also the consideration of employees eating at their work space and leaving hair and skin cells left behind much like a mattress after repeated use. When you buy used office chairs there is no real way to tell how many others have used the chair is or if parts have been replaced or damaged.

Give Your Employees the Best

Providing your employees with new office chairs as opposed to used ones is a great way to show them a bit of respect and care. Because your workers do spend a great deal of time working hard while seated it is important to provide them with the best quality and comfort. Giving them an office space they can appreciate and respect is also a way to boost morale within the office.

Increase Efficiency

You can’t expect good work from uncomfortable working conditions. Providing new chairs that are comfortable and ergonomic is a great way to boost efficiency in the office. It is best to provide a seating position that doesn’t put strain on the neck, hands, back, or knees. Providing new office chairs that a worker doesn’t have to think about or spend too much time adjusting will only lead to better work.

Contact Us Today

If you are interested in getting new office chairs or a whole blended office setup our furniture expert Kim offers great design advice. She can help you create an office space that offers comfort and efficiency for your employees. Kim is knowledgeable about color psychology for productive work, ergonomic furniture, and designing spaces on a budget. Call Kim today to set up a consultation.