How To Create A Great Boardroom In 2018

Is your boardroom in need of a full scale makeover? We've got you covered. Today on the OFD blog we'll be highlighting the tips, tricks, and product suggestions needed to help you maximize corporate appeal and productivity. From effective planning to accenting your space, we'll tach you how to create a boardroom that's up to date with the latest trends without remodeling remorse.

1.) Effective Space Planning

All professional remodeling projects start with effective space planning. If you don't take the time to properly plan and budget, you'll be setting yourself up for makeover mishaps that do little more than slow down your project momentum.

Simple Space Planning Tips:

• Measure your space & double check for accuracy
• Scale out your interior on paper
• Take note of all entry ways, outlets, and room obstructions that will affect your layout
• Budget by doing product research on the items you'll need for your project

2.) Choose The Right Table

The table serves as the focal point of the boardroom. To create a great space you'll need a table that's up to date with the latest trends. This year, modern conference tables with USB inputs are the latest craze. We recommend a Zira table from Global, but other options are available from brands like Mayline and HON.

Once you've settled on a table, ensure that it's going to fit and leave an adequate walkway for guests to travel through when visiting. Rest assured, nothing is worse than an overly cramped boardroom. It will create frustration and make your guests feel overwhelmed.

Table Selection Tips:

• Determine the maximum number of guests you'll need to accommodate
• You'll want to provide each user with about 3 feet of table space
• Leave an adequate perimeter around your table
• Purchase a table with USB and AC inputs
• Choose a table from a full service collection with matching cabinets and accessories

3.) Select Comfortable Chairs

Cool chairs are important, but comfort reigns supreme. Don't be overly focused on selecting modern chairs. It's far more essential to choose chairs with good padding to help visitors make it through extended group strategizing session. This year, European style boardroom chairs are going to be extremely popular yet again. The popularity of this trend has caused an influx of cheap knock offs and imitations that you should look to avoid. Sleek Euro style chairs are great, but only if they have reliable ergonomic features.

Popular Boardroom Chairs:

• Kate by Global
• Ambarella by iDesk
• Hendrix by Woodstock Marketing
• Tempo by Modway
• Ovation by SitWell

4.) Paint Before Furniture Arrives

It's very difficult to paint your boardroom after furniture and seating has been installed. Once you know when your furniture is going to arrive, pick a day to paint. Gray, light blue, and green tones will all be popular in 2018. They're also easy to blend with just about any furniture finish you chose.

Boardroom Painting Advice:

• Paint before furniture is installed
• Put down drop cloths to protect your floors
• Get samples before committing to a color
• Tape your ceiling trim and baseboards to create clean lines and prevent accidents
• Paint on a weekend with a few coworkers to expedite the project

5.) Accent Your Space

Last but not least you need to accent your space to make it pop. Once your boardroom table and chairs have been installed, you can assess your interior. Start by choosing accents that will actually help improve productivity levels. Marker boards, flat screen TV's, and wall cabinets are all great ideas.

Once you've selected productivity minded accents, you can move on to more aesthetic components. Lighting fixtures, industrial wall art, and area rugs can all be integrated to pull your overall vibe together.

Boost Your Boardroom With OTG Components

A well designed boardroom will earn your business praise from valued visitors. If you're looking to make a lasting impression on your guests by improving corporate appeal and collaborative efforts, Offices To Go has you back. This respected office furniture manufacturer crafts some of the coolest and most affordable components to consider for your boardroom makeover.

The boardroom components from the Offices To Go Superior Laminate collection are a favorite of interior design teams and industry professionals. This line of affordable furniture for the boardroom and complimenting office environments is the best option on the market for any business on a budget.

Offices To Go Superior Laminate components are available in a choice of 4 finish options. If you're looking to boost your boardroom in a hurry, you're in luck. All of the popular pieces from this collection are in stock and ready for immediate shipment.

We absolutely love the conference and boardroom tables with oval operating surfaces from the Superior Laminate Series. Models like the SL9544RS are available for just $320.99. Now that's value! This 95" wide table is perfect for small to medium sized areas and will seat approximately 6 individuals. Additional sizes are available for larger environments.

Once you've selected a table for your boardroom, further boost your space with the addition of wall cabinets and storage solutions. A cabinet configuration on your perimeter wall will improve the look of your space, as well as organizational potential. The Superior Laminate series offers bookcases and low wall conference room cabinets that are up to the task.

You might also consider adding a bookcase. Even if you don't have a ton of literature and conference materials to store, a bookcase can come in handy. You can use a boardroom bookcase from the Superior Laminate Collection to showcase your business awards and notable achievements.

In the long run, it always seems like the littlest details make the biggest difference when remodeling office interiors. In the boardroom, components like folding dry erase board will improve the look of your space while simultaneously making it easier to collaborative and write down important ideas.

Last but certainly not least, no boardroom facelift would be complete without the addition of new chairs that promote comfort and appeal. Again, Offices To Go reigns supreme. This industry leader offers an array of fashionable seating for a boardroom that won't break the bank. OTG boardroom chairs like the 11730B in white leather will make an instant impact. Other popular chairs like the 11858B will help you create top notch executive vibes on a budget. The lineup of seating from OTG is practically limitless. You'll be best served by working with your team and dealer of choice to determine which chairs are most suitable for your specific needs and space requirements. The good news is, there's really no wrong choice! All of the chairs from OTG are very well made, in stock, and supremely comfy.

Are You Boosting Your Boardroom?

It's no secret that important business gets handled in the boardroom. That being said, it's always a good idea to look for ways to take your corporate meeting area to the next level. That's where we come in. Today on the OfficeFurnitureDeals.com blog we're highlighting 6 ways to do boost productivity while simultaneously improving versatility in 2017. Prepare to be impressed!

1.) Collaborative Tables

It's all about collaboration in 2017. Businesses are finding that productivity levels increase when teammates are collaborating and working together. This year brands like Global Total Office are making it easier than ever to promote collaboration in the boardroom with modular tables that can be connected to form both small and large group layouts at a moments notice. Collaborative tables from Global collections like Bungee are in a league of their own. They offer exceptional versatility and operational functionality.

2.) Power Modules

It's time to power up your boardroom. If you're stilling running extension chords across your space to host meetings, we highly recommend investing in a few power modules. The ability to streamline meetings and group strategizing sessions will improve collaborative efforts while saving your business valuable time. Nearly every reputable boardroom office furniture provider on the planet is now offering power ready tables and modules that will help you kick day-to-day performance into overdrive.

3.) Sleek Nesting Chairs

The days of using bulky, overstuffed, executive style conference room chairs are coming to and end. In 2017, top brands are realizing more than ever that space is at a premium. To get the most out of your boardroom and increase seating potential without sacrificing comfort, consider making the switch to sleek nesting chairs. As not all office chairs are created equal, you need to be wary of cheap knock offs and imitations that aren't built to last. We recommend going with high quality nesting chairs for training in the boardroom from a respected brand like Mayline. You simply can't go wrong with this TSH1 model from the Valore collection. These lightweight mesh back chairs can be reconfigured quickly, and nested along perimeter walls when not in use to maximize space. They're far more effective than those overly expensive leather chairs you've been stuck with. While once considered the industry standard, the boardroom is evolving. Nesting chairs are the way to go if you're looking to promote an open concept vibe while improving collaboration.

4.) Idea Board

When good ideas are flowing, you don't want to miss them. That's why integrating a large white board cabinet into your boardroom is a great ideas. If your limited by wall space, you can go with a small presentation board with folding sides. Many of today's top conferencing collections offer matching presentation boards that will simultaneously boost your decor.

5.) Smart TV

Smart TV's make it easy to host presentations and teleconferences. In many cases they can be connected to your powered tables to improve operational performance. Needless to say, it's time to kick that old AV cart and fat back TV to the curb. The bigger the screen the better. That said, you can find great deals on smart TV's around the holidays. It's no wonder why we see an influx in boardroom remodeling projects around Black Friday.

6.) Effective Storage Components

Last but certainly not least, your boardroom needs to be well organized to maintain high performance levels. While you won't likely need a ton of file cabinets for your meeting area, a couple of locking wall cabinets are definitely a good idea. The ability to keep important presentation materials, literature, and training accessories organized, at hand, and secure is invaluable. The tops of your boardroom wall cabinets can also serve as food and beverage stations. In the long run, it's the little things that make the biggest difference. Don't get so caught up in boosting your boardroom with high tech modern tables that you forget about the importance of a little storage space!