A turn-key resource for planning & furnishing your office

Planning to relocate your office or update your current office space? We offer office design advice, office layout resources and an array of complimentary services to help you find, plan, budget and furnish your new office.

Planning to relocate your office or update your current office space? We offer office design advice, office layout resources and an array of complimentary services to help you find, plan, budget and furnish your new office.

Our office design professionals help you plan your office layout and execute your vision for your new office space.

Relocating your office or designing a new office space can be daunting — after all, you don’t do this every day. Whether you are just starting your search for a completely new office location, have found a space you like but aren’t sure if it will work, or are looking to refresh your current office, we can assist you through every step of the process.

And best yet — our office design services are complimentary.

Your guide to office furniture planning

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SPACE SELECTION & UTILIZATION

Key Steps

  • Test-fit layouts
  • High-level budget estimates
  • Space use concepts
  • Furnishing timeline estimates
  • Partner identification

Frequently Asked Questions

What are test-fit layouts and how do they benefit me?

Test-fit layouts are 2D furniture drawings that help clients evaluate office space options. They also can be used to show office design concepts, estimate seat count, and illustrate how various spaces and configurations can meet your occupancy requirements.

** This is a service we provide complimentary.

How much should I budget for furniture?

We categorize commercial furniture to come in three product tiers. The tiers are listed below with a cost/ft2 estimate range.

  • Budget-Friendly Tier: $9 – $14 per ft2
  • Mid-Level Tier: $14 – $24 per ft2
  • Design Tier: $24 – $40+ per ft2

Note: Great designs leverage multiple tiers to utilize budget dollars wisely.

How do I evaluate options and the best use of our office floor plan?

An interior designer can outline options for space ideas, floor plan utilization, code compliance, etc.

** This is a service we provide complimentary.

How long will it take to furnish our space?

Consider your project in 3 basic steps. Each step is outlined with time estimates below:

  • Furniture Design
    • This is client-driven based speed of decision-making.
    • Some basic designs can be completed in one week or less.
    • Larger space designs can take several weeks to complete.

    Note: Our team specializes in outlining key decision points and critical timelines for meeting move-in goals.

  • Product Lead Times
    • Quick-Ship Products: 1 – 2 weeks
    • Standard Products: 3 – 6 weeks
    • Design & Specialty Products: 8 –12 weeks
  • Installation
    • Small Projects: 1 – 4 days
    • Large Projects: 5 – 30 days

What resource partners will I need throughout the space planning process?

Here are the roles each partner plays in your office design:

    • Commercial Real Estate Broker
      • Leads space selection
      • Executes lease
    • Architect
      • Creates construction drawings
      • May provide interior design services
      • May provide a furniture plan
    • General Contractor
      • Executes tenant finish construction
    • Furniture Dealer
      • Furniture plan and design
      • Furniture order placement and tracking
      • Furniture delivery and installation

** Our role is a furniture dealer partner.

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SPACE DESIGN

Key Steps

  • Ideas, trends and concepts
  • Furnishing plan
  • Options & budget tiers
  • Interior “finish” concepts
  • Value engineering
  • Allowance design

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can assist me with furniture concepts, trends and ideas?

An interior designer can assist you with creating office space concepts, identifying office trends, and providing furnishing ideas.

**Our interior design team offers this service complimentary.

What options do I have for securing a furniture layout and design?

You can either pay an architect for a furniture plan, or you can ask your furniture partner to provide a design for you.

**Our interior design team offers this service complimentary.

What is the best way to evaluate office furniture brands, price tiers and other cost factors?

Be sure to ask your furniture design resource to show you various budget tier options. Many furniture products are quite similar across tiers, and evaluating options and tier differences can lead to tremendous budget savings.

**Our design team can provide education, budget estimates and things to consider when planning your office space. We also offer virtual showroom tours where our interior designers share ideas, product alternatives and concepts from furnishing vendor showrooms in cities across the U.S.

Who can help me with fabric & finish concepts and selctions for our office space?

Your interior design partner (or furniture partner) can assist with office finishing concepts, ideas, finish boards, color options, fabric recommendations and more.

**Our interior design team offers this service complimentary.

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EXECUTION

Key Steps

  • Furniture orders & tracking
  • Project management
  • Installation
  • Funding options

Frequently Asked Questions

How early do I place furniture orders to meet our move-in deadlines?

Office furnishing vendor lead times will dictate your ordering deadlines. Your furniture partner should advise you on the lead times for the products you love, and they’ll help you keep track of critical decision dates.

In time-sensitive cases, quick-ship product lines can be utilized to accommodate fast deadlines.

Is there a resource that helps me manage the assembly of our office through completion?

Your architect and/or a reputable furniture partner will lead every aspect of the furnishing process, including pricing, ordering and installation.

Communication is critical throughout the execution phase of the process. We highly encourage you to choose partners that communicate thoroughly and consistently, to avoid conflicts during this phase.

Who installs the office furniture? How long does it take?

A professional furniture installer will manage the installation and calibration of your entire office. Installation times are based on the project size. We provide timeline estimates in the planning section above.

Note: Professional furniture installers are different than movers. They specialize in the assembly and calibration of furniture to meet design specs. Remember, most commercial furniture plans are custom manufactured based on your design.

Are there financing options that can help us manage our out-of-pocket expenses?

Financing options do exist.

  • Some developers will negotiate an allowance in the tenant improvement budget for a specific property.
  • Outside financing options also exist. Their terms typically run 0 – 60 months.
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OCCUPY

Key Steps

  • Ongoing office furniture needs
  • Warranty maintenance
  • Re-configurations

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there any post move-in training or adjustment needed?

After installation, you will likely have a few punch-list items to finish. You may also have training and adjustment needs. A reputable furniture partner will assist you throughout the initial move-in and use of your office to perfect your installation.

How do we manage defective products and warranty claims?

A reputable furniture partner will assist you with all warranty needs. They should handle claims for the life of your office furniture.

Let’s create a stunning office together.

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