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It’s time to deck the halls of your office! As the holiday season approaches, it’s the perfect opportunity to add warmth and festivity to the workplace. Thoughtful holiday decor and activities can lift everyone’s spirits, foster team bonding, and help create an inviting atmosphere for all clients and employees. With a few simple touches, you can create a welcoming, inclusive office environment that celebrates the season and prepares everyone for a new year ahead. Let’s take a closer look at a few of the ideas our  NJ commercial office design  specialists came up with:  Walking in a Winter Wonderland Even small holiday decorations can make a big impact in your workspace. Create a “winter wonderland” theme that brings a cheerful seasonal atmosphere without invoking specific religions. Snowflakes, pinecones, and winter landscapes offer a neutral approach to decorating that invites everyone to participate in the holiday spirit. Look for sustainable decoration options, too—man...

When designing an office space, most people focus on elements like furniture, lighting, and layout understandably. While these aspects are critical to creating a productive and comfortable workspace, artwork is often an overlooked feature that can have a significant impact on the office environment. Art does more than just beautify a space, it sets the tone and mood for the entire team. A thoughtfully  curated selection of artwork from modern office designers  (like ourselves) can alleviate stress, communicate your company’s brand message, and even boost creativity. Here are three major reasons why you need artwork in your workplace: Reason #1: Office Art Can Help Alleviate Stress Stress is inevitable, no matter where you work. Fortunately, office artwork can provide an easy and effective way to relieve tension. When you take a few moments to gaze at a beautiful or thought-provoking piece of art, it can naturally trigger feelings of relaxation and calm. Art has a unique way of...

Lower back pain is a common issue in the workplace, affecting millions of employees and reducing productivity. Long hours of sitting at a desk, poor posture, and inadequate support can all contribute to discomfort, which is why it’s so important to invest in the right office furniture. With a combination of ergonomic office furniture and simple stretching exercises, you can significantly reduce lower back pain and improve employee wellness. In this article, we’ll highlight some office furniture solutions, such as sit-to-stand desks and ergonomic chairs, that help alleviate back pain while keeping your team comfortable and productive. Sit-to-Stand Desks: Flexibility for All-Day Comfort One of the most effective ways to combat lower back pain is to avoid sitting for extended periods. Adjustable height desks, also known as sit-stand desks, allow employees to switch between sitting and standing positions throughout the day, promoting better posture and comfort. At BE Furniture, we offer a ...

As hybrid work continues to reshape the modern workplace, businesses must adapt their office designs to accommodate both in-office and remote employees. Creating a flexible, dynamic environment that meets the needs of a hybrid workforce is essential for maintaining productivity, collaboration, and employee satisfaction. To help you design a space that supports this new way of working, here are some key do’s and don’ts for hybrid office design, along with insights on how modular furniture and open collaborative spaces can make a big difference. Do: Prioritize Flexibility with Modular Furniture Hybrid work demands flexibility, and one of the best ways to achieve this is through modular furniture. This allows office spaces to adapt to various needs throughout the day, whether it’s hosting a team meeting, providing quiet workstations, or facilitating collaborative breakout sessions. JSI Furniture’s Cāav collection, available to order at BE Furniture, is a prime example of how modular des...

It’s finally Fall! As the temperatures drop and the days get shorter, employees will inevitably spend more time indoors at work. This makes the fall season a great opportunity to refresh your office space and create an environment that fosters both comfort and productivity. Whether it’s through seasonal design changes or incorporating new office furniture that promotes collaboration , a fall-inspired office transformation can revitalize your team and boost morale. Below are some tips on how to embrace the change in seasons and design a space that keeps your team truly engaged. Incorporate Fall Colors and Textures Fall is synonymous with warm, inviting colors such as burnt orange, deep red, and golden yellow. Introducing these hues into your office design can create a cozy atmosphere while still maintaining professionalism. Consider adding fall-colored accent walls, or incorporate these shades through accessories like rugs, pillows, and curtains. Textures also play a key role in making ...

  Moving offices happens for many reasons. Whether your business is expanding, moving headquarters, merging with another company, or remodeling, this sort of thing happens all the time. Whatever the reason for your move, it’s important to have a plan in place to manage your office relocation. More importantly, you need a plan to keep stress levels at an all-time low and business operations minimally impacted. Considering BE Furniture just moved our corporate headquarters and showroom to a beautiful new space in Whippany NJ just last year, here are some tips to make the moving process less stressful. In Office Moves, as in Life, Timing is Everything Business owners need to worry about the disruption to their business operations as well as the pure logistics of the move. There are a lot of moving parts in an office move and many of them have to happen in parallel if you don’t want to be moving into an empty space. Professional moving companies are a no-brainer, but most co...