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According to Charles Smith, author of “Sensory Learning Styles”, 60% of people are visual learners.  That means there is a good chance that the majority of your employees and coworkers are also visual learners.  Visual learners prefer to see how things are done rather than just talk about them.

Presentation boards in conference rooms are a great tool to help relate to your visual learners.  If you have goals or ideas that need to be communicated to your team, write them down for all to see on the presentation board.  Your team will be able to more effectively process the information you provided and stay focused on the task at hand.

Presentation boards can also be used to create story boards for your organization.  You can visually plan the coming fiscal year or next few months by posting relevant information on the bullet board wall of the presentation board.  Presentation boards can help you see the directional path of your organization and keep you and your team focused.

Trendy new start-up companies run by Generation Yers are looking for conference furniture that is a bit more edgy. Unlike the Baby Boomers and Generation X, these folks do not want to play it safe with black leather chairs.  They want to show a bit of their personality.  After all, this generation grew up with being able to customize everything from their laptop to their phones.  Why not their furniture as well?

Instead of traditional black leather chairs, they are choosing to go with mesh.  Mesh chairs are known for their contemporary look.  Our mesh computer chairs have been a popular favorite.  The mesh computer chair is a two toned chair.  The padded seat cushion is black, however the mesh back is offered in purple, blue, green, and orange.   Companies are buying these multicolor chairs to add personality to their conference rooms instead of painting the conference room walls.

We are also noticing that this group of Gen Yers is selecting mocha and constellation java table tops over the traditional cherry and mahogany finishes.  The Mocha 12’ boat-shaped table with pre-cut grommet holes is one of our best selling conference tables.

Both the mesh computer chairs and boat-shaped conference table have some traditional lines but the materials and colors used make them more contemporary in design.  As more of Generation Y enters the work force, we can expect conference furniture to become more customizable with a variety of color and fabric options.

When planning out your conference room it is important to select the correct size table for your room dimensions while keeping in mind the number of people needed to be seated . The ideal table for 4 or 5 people is a 48-inch round, because at that size everyone can equally be in engaged in the conversation.  It is the perfect table to maintain ongoing communication without anyone feeling isolated.  The CDA-R84LS and 4R8491S showcased below are good examples of 48” round conference tables.

For a bigger gathering, a rectangular table works best.  For 6-8 people, try a 10’ rectangular table such as the 10 ft Boat-Shaped Conference Table - 021CTC-MAH.  We would recommend staying under 48” W so people can talk comfortably across the table.

For larger gatherings of 8 or more people, stick to tables that are 12’ to 18’ range.  May we suggest the 41 TMC-MAH 14 ft boat-shaped conference table?  You might also wish to add surface power modules in these larger tables so that workers have multiple data sources to plug in their computers.

When office space is limited, that can make it hard to create an effective conference room.  Lack of office space can force small business owners to conduct their meetings outside the office at nearby restaurants.  This is not the ideal option.

Even though space is limited, there are ways to utilize every square inch of space to transform previously unusable space into a functional, tidy conference area.  Below are steps on how to transform a small office space into a functional conference area.

Step 1: Clear away all clutter.  Make sure to clean out as much items as possible such as file boxes, old office equipment that is no longer used, tired looking furniture, etc.  Save all hardcopy files on your hard drive or rent a storage space to store old archived files.

Step 2: Paint the conference room a cheery color.  A fresh coat of paint can clean up a space from dingy to new.   Try painting a soothing color such as blue or green.  If you do not have a room to dedicate to just a conference room, define the conference area with an accent wall.  Paint that one wall a different color from the rest of the walls.  That way the conference area becomes distinguishable.

Step 3: Take measurements of the space designated for the conference area.  This will help when selecting furniture.

Step 4: Select a conference table that is to scale for the space allotted, preferably a small round table like the 47 1/4" Round Meeting Table - 968-LV-ESP.  The 47 1/4” round meeting table’s contemporary design of having the leg posts towards the outside creates plenty of leg room and also allows chairs to be pushed all the way in when not in use.  The table becomes a space saver and functions as an extra work station for an employee when not in use as a conference table.

Step 5: Select chairs that work with your small circular table such as Mesh Chair - 5126B.  Go with armless chairs that are less bulky and can be pushed all the way in when not in use.

Step 6: If there is room left over, add a tall filing cabinet to organize documents or setup a buffet table for coffee, tea, and water.  Then sit back and admire your new tidy functional conference area.

If you own a small business, operate a non-profit organization or are just starting out, finding durable conference furniture that stays within the company budget is key.  When meeting with clients, first impressions can make or break a deal.  That is why it is important to stage a functional, attractive conference room to receive clients.

Here at Conference-Table.com, we offer a wide range of conference furniture at affordable pricing.  Whether you are looking for a cherry 12’ boat shaped conference table or a high back split black leather mesh chair, we are sure to have the perfect solution for your company needs.

The best seller of the week is this Cherry 10ft Boat-Shaped Conference Table.

Are you looking for a laminate conference table that can withstand the test of time?  If so, check out our laminate case goods collection.  Our laminate case goods collection features a wide range of conference tables from 6’ to 18’ with a choice of three stain finishes - Maple, Cherry, and Mocha

Laminate is stain and abrasion resistant.  It is the ideal surface for companies that need to double up their conference table for heavy duty commercial usage.  The work surface is 1 5/8” thick.  Larger conference tables feature two grommets while the 6’ conference table has only one grommet.  Conference table legs have cable chimney for concealing your cable management from surface to floor.  The best part about selecting a laminate conference table is the price.  Laminate is an extremely affordable option for designing your conference room.

Does your office have a really high ceiling but limited floor space?  If so, we would suggest looking at our tall cabinet selection.  These tall cabinets come in varies styles from glass to wood panels.  A tall cabinet will elongate the eye upward drawing attention in a positive way to the high ceiling.  This will give the illusion of a much bigger space and make your clients/customers feel welcome.

Our tall cabinets also feature plenty of storage to file documents and office supplies away.  The office will be will organized and become a clean friendly working environment for everyone to enjoy.

We’ve all experienced neck or back pain after a long day of work. Sore wrists and hands are common symptoms of long hours spent typing. Prevention of common workplace ailments is the goal of the science of ergonomics.

According to the US Department of Labor, ergonomics is defined as the science of fitting workplace conditions and job demands to the capabilities of the working population. Specific to office environments, there are several steps you can take to protect yourself from pain related to your job. Most important is posture which means the right chair is key. Your office chair should allow you to sit comfortably in several healthy positions. Not sure if your chair or sitting position are ergonomic? The below list covers the main factors to a comfortable and healthy position:

-          Make sure your chair has lumbar support to relieve disc pressure in your lower back

-          Your seat and seat back should be at a 90 degree angle.

-          Your knees should be bent at a 90 degree angle

-          Adjust the height of your chair so that your feet rest flat on the floor

-          If typing, keep your elbows bent at 90 degrees and your wrists straight

In celebration of unique design and creativity, I would like to share with you three truly inspiring one of a kind conference tables.

First up is The Lego Conference Table designed by abgc Architects.  The Lego conference table was created for the creative advertising agency, Boys and Girls, in Dublin, Ireland.  Abgc Architects built the table top completely out of Lego blocks.
Next we look at the Wing Conference Table designed by MotoArt.  MotoArt created this table for Waco Aircraft Company.  This table is made using an antique wing of the biplane Waco 1930.  The conference table incorporated a bit of the company history with an art deco twist.

Finally, check out this James Watt Beam Engine Conference Table, designed by Andrew Chase.  Andrew Chase influenced by the great industrial revolution, created a conference table mainly out of car and truck transmission parts with gears, electric conduit and black pipe shaft and helium boiler tank.  The overlook is meant to resemble a stationary steam engine called the James Watt Beam Engine.   Like the Lego Conference Table, the James Watt Beam Engine Conference Table was also designed for an ad agency.

It appears ad agencies are the ideal customers for truly one-of-kind conference tables.