As NeoCon 2017 drew to a close, we reflected on the various work space styles and office trends that resonated among the different vendors. From modular lounge and flexible soft seating to bright pops of color, benching units and more, there was a universal call to make the office feel more like home while encouraging the ability to collaborate anywhere. Here’s what our staff at Office Furniture Center observed. “I noticed a lot of benching, smaller work areas, and interesting ways to partition your space.” -Anson Nguyen, Graphic Designer [caption id="attachment_14611" align="aligncenter" width="600"]Smaller, utilitarian work spaces are on trend. Smaller, utilitarian work spaces are on trend.[/caption] “Compatico had an interesting new Frame line, the power is able to plug right into the wall, so no electrician is needed.” -Carol Faulkner, Order Fulfillment Manager [caption id="attachment_14607" align="aligncenter" width="600"]Power options were more flexible to allow for on-the-go working. Power options were more flexible to allow for on-the-go working.[/caption] “I loved the colorful, modular soft seating from Global. They utilized a lot of modular ideas, from chairs that could squeeze between two lounge benches to training chairs and tables that could stack twenty high.” -Katlin Schneider, Marketing Coordinator [caption id="attachment_14606" align="aligncenter" width="600"]Colorful modular lounge was a popular feature. Colorful modular lounge was a popular feature.[/caption] “This was my first year, so I was overwhelmed with all the amazing and innovative office furniture solutions. As for workstations {there were} a lot more open concept benching stations. We did see a lot of height adjustable workstations.” -Jill Janeck, Office Furniture Specialist [caption id="attachment_14605" align="aligncenter" width="600"]This year explored benching stations with a variety of dividers. This year explored benching stations with a variety of dividers.[/caption] “{We saw} a lot of the same benching systems with different gadgets. I was pleased with the materials and artwork. I also loved the pop up felt divider with light and power at Haworth. I thought that was really innovative.” -Mayling Sigler, Workstation Specialist [caption id="attachment_14604" align="aligncenter" width="600"]Unique partitions provide mobile privacy. Unique partitions provide mobile privacy.[/caption] “[This year] definitely had me rethinking workstation design. It has inspired me to improve our showroom to stay on trend in regard to presentation & design of our refurbished product.” -Rebekah Owens, Workstation Specialist Team Lead [caption id="attachment_14603" align="aligncenter" width="600"]Bright red lounge seating with tablet arms. Bright red lounge seating with tablet arms.[/caption] As a company that specializes in pre-owned office furnishings, new product styles cycle into our showroom after three to five years. NeoCon gives us an idea of what you want to see in your office and how we can use our wide inventory to achieve those trends now. How would you bring your office up to trend? Shop Office Furniture Center and ask us about refurbishing your office in these styles!