Executive
An Executive Chair generally is a full-featured mid-back or high-back desk chair that offers high-end comfort and adjustable controls, ideal for private office settings.
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Glossary of Styles
Chairs
Task
Task chairs offer comfort for all-day work, they typically include a 360-degree swivel, adjustable seat height, and other features that allow for comfortable reclining and optimal support. Task chairs are designed to accommodate a diverse range of body types and sizes.
Stool
Most offices utilize counter or bar height stools, other features may include casters for mobility, space-saving folding or stackable stools, and upholstered stools for style and comfort.
Club/Lounge
Club/Lounge chairs are typically covered in leather or plush upholstery, this comfortable armchair seat is for a single user and is often used in lounge settings.
Ergonomic
Ergonomic chair design is rooted in optimal support to the human body. It is designed to apply principles from psychology and physiology to well-being and productivity.
Guest/Side
A single-seat chair designed for short-term use and often placed in open areas, waiting rooms, and private offices.
Conference
A conference chair, or boardroom chair, is slightly upright, with the arms raised to encourage a more forward-leaning posture that fosters group interaction and involvement.
Breakroom
Breakroom chairs come in standard, counter, and bar height. They provide a comfortable place for individuals to rest while they eat, read, or socialize.
Multi-Purpose
A side or guest chair with a seat that can flip up vertically (nesting) allowing it to be pushed closely against other chairs. Or a chair with a seat that remains flat which may be stacked. A chair that has multiple uses, based upon need.
Outdoor
Weather-resistant and modern outdoor seating for office patio furniture. Commercial outdoor furniture is built for long-term durability with sun and weather-resistant cushions, rigid steel poles, and scratch-resistant powder-coated finishes.
Desk
L-Shaped
A desk made up of two rectangular pieces that form a shape like a letter “L”. L-shaped desks create a large work area, optimize space, and provide versatile configurations.
U-Shaped
A U-shaped desk combines functionality and style design and typically consists of three connected components. A main desk, a credenza or a bridge, and a hutch with optional overhead storage.
Height Adjustable
Height-adjustable desks are designed to offer flexibility allowing the user to transition between sitting or standing positions. Users have the option of electric, manual, crank, and ergonomic height-adjustable desks.
Office Desk
An office desk typically features a flat tabletop that serves as the primary work surface. It can be made from various materials including wood, metal, glass, or a combination of both.
Desk Sets
A desk set includes a desk and matching office furniture pieces like a credenza. These complementary pieces create a cohesive and coordinated look for your workspace.
Reception Desk
A reception desk is normally in a waiting room, lobby, or in front of an office, that is used for anything from greeting customers, answering the telephone, or scheduling appointments. An inviting reception area set the tone for the entire office experience.
Cubicles
Monolithic
Monolithic cubicles consist of solid fabric walls typically of a single color and a uniform appearance. Their simple design allows for efficient use of materials and is a great choice when budget is a consideration.
Tile & Frame
These systems are known for their stylish, high-quality, customizable designs. Installation is easy, walls can be composed of different tiles, different colors, patterns, fabric, or glass. These systems offer the greatest flexibility in terms of design and upkeep.
Benching
Benching is a type of office furniture arrangement that features cubicles without walls. These open workstations can be configured in a pod or a run. They are often used in open office concepts to encourage teamwork and communication.
Soft Seating
Sofa/Loveseat
Commercial office furniture is manufactured with denser foam to provide sitting support, stronger bases, and customizable upholstery. These furniture pieces can be customized to offer adjustable feet, USB charging, and adjustable tables.
Collaborative
Collaborative/Modular office furniture will create an open-concept work or meeting space. You can achieve this layout with the widespread use of office tables, benches, or tablet chairs to create spaces for breakout groups to meet separately.
Benches
Indoor/Outdoor benches can accommodate multiple people, or a large group making them ideal for waiting areas, reception zones, and hallways. They can be upholstered in fabric, metal, faux wood, or vinyl/leather.
Club Chair
Club chairs are thickly upholstered, low-backed armchairs, characterized by straighter lines and a wide seat. They add elegant luxury to anywhere you want guests, employees, and clients to sit in relaxed comfort.
Storage
Credenza
A storage cabinet that can be added as a stand-alone, onto the worksurface of an office component such as a desk or wall mounted without sacrificing floor space.
Filing Cabinet
Office filing cabinets are typically made of sheet metal or wood. A vertical file cabinet has drawers that extend from the short side of the cabinet. A lateral file cabinet has drawers that extend from the long side of the cabinet.
Locker / Wardrobe
These are essential in workplaces where employees need secure storage or common areas where clients can put personal belongings. Whether it’s a busy breakroom, or office space, lockers and wardrobes provide a safe place for personal belongings in any commercial setting.
Storage Alternatives
To maintain organized and productive workspaces, it is essential to utilize effective office storage solutions in employee or public areas and in departments that receive mail, and store product samples. Whatever the amount of space your office has, storage products can complement your office appearance both functionally and aesthetically.
Tables
Conference Table
Selecting a conference table involves several crucial factors such as what will the primary use be for internal meetings or outside guests. Other factors to consider are the table’s size and shape, seating capacity, materials, power and connectivity, and ergonomics.
Occasional Table
An occasional office table may also be used as an end table-coffee table. It does not have a defined function; in fact, many of these tables serve a dual purpose. These tables are generally small but are available in a variety of sizes, heights, and shapes.
High Top Table
This type of table is ideal for open-concept interiors including meeting, breakroom, and huddle environments. Optional power modules are available for enhanced functionality and performance.
Breakroom
Many businesses use a combination of standard height, counter height, and bar height tables to create an interesting look and give employees and visitors options.
Outdoor
In a work environment an outdoor table extends the confines of the traditional indoor office. Equipping your outdoor space with weather-resistant furniture will give your employees and customers plenty of options for innovative thinking in a relaxing atmosphere.
Meeting Table
Meeting table sets provide designated areas for people to huddle, socialize, or simply recharge. Choose sets that allow rearrangement based on the project or function needs.
Training Table
Training tables serve many purposes from co-workspace to virtual educational sessions or collaborative interactive environments. They provide a stable surface for writing, working on laptops, or engaging in group discussions. Nesting Training Tables are convenient when storage space is limited.
Accessories
Monitor Arms
A metal arm that replaces the standard base supplied with monitors. It affixes to the desk and a flat-screen panel optimizing desk space and a sleek aesthetic. They also promote ergonomically correct posture.
Keyboard Trays
A keyboard tray is a small work surface that can be attached to a computer table or a work desk. It has enough room to hold a standard keyboard and a mouse.
Cable/Wire Management
Characteristics of a piece of furniture that conceals wires and power cords from view.
Lighting / Walls / Flooring
Lighting
Lighting is a key factor in optimizing productivity and well-being. No matter if your design calls for a desk or floor lamp, under-mount LEDs, suspended lights, or track lights, a well-lit office enhances productivity and contributes to a positive work environment.
Walls
The choice of office walls beyond drywall depends on factors such as aesthetics, functionality, and budget. While glass, vinyl, laminate, and fabric of traditional go-to design, consider movable walls and sound-absorbing acoustics for outfitting your office.
Flooring
The foundation of good design goes from the ground up. We sell luxury plank vinyl, wood, broadloom carpet, and carpet tiles. Whether our client seeks elegance, durability, or practicality, ‘Monarch has got you covered’.