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The Link Between Plants & Productivity

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According to the article by Caroline Webber, studies have shown that the environment we work in has a huge impact on how we think, act, and feel. Sure, painting the office green will boost moods, but we could take it a step further than that.  A study was done in which bees (whose brains have very similar molecular structures to humans) were exposed to the smell of recently cut grass. Within a few minutes, the behavior of the bees changed from agressive to calm.  So what does this mean for you? 

Plants not only improve air quality, they improve your well-being.  According to an article posted by Leading Company, when you increase the amount of greenery, the complaints about things such as being too cold or having headaches decrease.  Productivity is said to increase by at least 12% when people have plants in the room that they are working in.  Is this enough to make you want to buy more plants?

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We Offer Open Plan Workstations

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Office Furniture Outlet offers workstations by Open Plan Systems.  They are a leading distributor of seating, case goods, and filing systems, and are also the largest remanufacturer of Herman Miller AO2 cubicles, with dealers carrying their product lines across the country.  Remanufactured Herman Miller cubicles are a high-quality, low-cost, and environmentally-friendly option for modular furniture.  Cubicles receive new fabric, top caps, and plastic bases on panels, connectors and components are sanded, pre washed, painted and cured, work surfaces and pedestals are new, and flipper doors are covered with new fabric.  You can choose from our 5 standard paint finishes, 2 base colors, 185 fabrics, and 7 work surface finishes.

To arrange a free consultation, email contact@ofova.com
or call us at (757) 855-2800

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How To Stay Productive

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Here at Office Furniture Outlet, we not only want to sell you the best quality of furniture, but we want you to have complete satisfaction while in your office.  Your comfortability, productivity, and all-around wellness are of upmost importance.  Below, there’s an article we’ve found that gives tips on how you can stay productive and perform at your highest potential. Maybe you can start implementing them into your daily routine!

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1. Drink a glass of water when you wake up. Your body loses water while you sleep, so you’re naturally dehydrated in the morning. A glass of water when you wake helps start your day fresh. When do you drink your first glass of water each day?

2. Define your top 3. Every morning Mike asks himself, “What are the top three most important tasks that I will complete today?” He prioritizes his day accordingly and doesn’t sleep until the Top 3 are complete. What’s your “Top 3″ today?

3. The 50/10 Rule. Solo-task and do more faster by working in 50/10 increments. Use a timer to work for 50 minutes on only one important task with 10 minute breaks in between. Mike spends his 10 minutes getting away from his desk, going outside, calling friends, meditating, or grabbing a glass of water. What’s your most important task for the next 50 minutes?

4. Move and sweat daily. Regular movement keeps us healthy and alert. It boosts energy and mood, and relieves stress. Most mornings you’ll find Mike in a CrossFit or a yoga class. How will you sweat today?

5. Express gratitude. Gratitude fosters happiness, which is why Mike keeps a gratitude journal. Every morning, he writes out at least five things he’s thankful for. In times of stress, he’ll pause and reflect on 10 things he’s grateful for. What are you grateful for today?

6. Reflect daily. Bring closure to your day through 10 minutes of reflection. Mike asks himself, “What went well?” and “What needs improvement?” So… what went well today? How can you do more of it?

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Benefits of Signing Up for our E-Newsletter

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Please take a moment to join our private mailing list.  At no time (now or in the future) will we sell our e-mail list.  We try to offer our mailing list subscribers the first look at Office Furniture Outlet’s new arrivals. We go out on the showroom floor at the beginning of each week and take pictures of all the new furniture so you’ll stay fully updated. If you wish to unsubscribe from our newsletters at anytime, you may do so by sending us an e-mail or clicking on the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of any E-Newsletter we’ve sent you.

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Why Buy Used Office Furniture?

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Top 5 Reasons to Buy Used:

  1. Environmentally Friendly: Office furniture recycling extends the lives of resources already in circulation such as wood, aluminum, steel, plastics, and fiber by using them to the fullest extent possible. Recycling also conserves labor and manufacturing energy, especially when metals are kept out of the smelting process.
  2. Cost Benefit:  If you buy used, you are saving up to 60% off the cost of new furniture. This is a great way to promote waste reduction.
  3. Design Benefits: With Office Furniture Outlet, you get complete creative freedom. There’s no pre-determined selection of fabrics, colors, or finishes.
  4. Usefulness: Instead of going into a landfill, the furniture is put back on the market. Used office furniture can be considered refurbished, remanufactured, recycled- all of which mean being used again.
  5. Quality: Older furniture is often made with better quality than newer furniture is, and only furniture with good quality gets resold.  The fact that it is still in tact proves that it can stand the test of time.

Are these reasons enough for you to make the switch to buying used furniture? If so:

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Stop by our showroom: 1124-B Kingwood Ave. Norfolk, VA 23502

Sell Your Old Office Furniture

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Are you needing to sell gently used office furniture?

Here at Office Furniture Outlet, we regularly buy used office furniture from companies all over the East Coast.  We are constantly looking for items to add to our vast inventory of cubicles, desks, chairs, and so much more.

If your company has office furniture to sell, don’t hesitate to give us a call for an asset valuation at (757) 855-2800.

You could also send us an e-mail with pictures of the items your company wants to sell at contact@ofova.com.

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How to Promote Trust with your Office Design

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According to the article by Kath Walters, the way that an office is designed can enhance or undermine trust between everyone in the workplace.  Trust in the workplace is extremely important- Not having it leads to low morale, lots of micromanagement, and other factors that discourage people from doing their jobs.

When employees see that their boss has a huge office that he’s rarely in, while they slave away in tiny spaces, their trust diminishes.  Would you perform your best work for a company that you feel doesn’t value you? To fix the issue, you must promote fairness.  Employees deserve to have the latest technology, comfortable seating, and an adequate space to work in.  Communication is key, so go for designs that will promote clear communication.

These days, everyone in the office wants the same thing; The article states that trust level drops when someone has better quality furniture than others. If you want to have a nice chair for everyone, you can do that affordably by buying used office furniture.   If you’re looking for a great place to buy from, Office Furniture Outlet has the largest office furniture inventory in Hampton Roads.  We provide affordable new and used furniture and offer a range of services including space planning and design installation.  Let us assist you in building up that office trust!

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Custom Commercial Furniture

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Here at Office Furniture Outlet, we offer a vast amount of services that will give your office that special touch, including custom furniture.  We are ready and willing to work with you to design whatever you need- reception stations, storage, conference tables- and we can build the cabinets to suit your space.

If you can’t find the furniture you’re looking for or are furnishing an odd space, that’s where our services come in.  We will custom build your commercial office furniture while also matching your current design aesthetics.  Just tell us what you need and we will have your office space customized to your liking in no time!

Contact us for an estimate today: (757) 855-2800

View our gallery of custom office furniture and refinishing projects here.

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Are You a Part of the Green Movement?

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There are many definitions of upcycling, but the one that I like best is:
“Taking an item that is no longer needed or wanted and giving it new life as something that is either useful or creative.”

The trend seems to be moving toward being environmentally friendly and everyone loves being “green”.  More people are starting to get into the idea of recycling and reusing old items for brand new purposes.  Instead of sending items to the dump, you get to show your creative side and repurpose them.  You like to recycle to reduce pollution, you thrift to save money, but have you ever thought about buying used office furniture?

When buying used office furniture, you are saving money all while saving the environment. Think Green!  By buying used there are fewer raw materials used, remanufacturing conserves energy and natural resources. Office furniture recycling extends the lives of resources already in circulation such as wood, aluminum, steel, plastics and fiber, using them over and over to the fullest extent possible.
(See why going green is good for your business here.)

Here at Office Furniture Outlet, we want your creativity to flourish.  We allow you to choose your own colors, fabrics, and finishes.  Not only are you saving up to 60% off of retail prices, but we offer an array of services that will be sure to benefit you.

If you’re in need of new office furniture and need installation, delivery, project management, space spanning, electrostatic painting, or are just looking to sell your old office furniture, give us a call today at 757-855-2800.

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Office Design That Works

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After reading Konrad Buhagiar’s article Office Design That Works, I felt like I should share all the great information with you.  In the article, he states that the contemporary office space is designed to reinforce the individuality of the employee, and that productivity, efficiency, and creativity are caused by a working environment which drives motivation and self-realization.  Certain spaces encourage the staff to spend more time at work, while providing a conducive and creative environment.  Office design not only helps the employees, but it confirms the unique identity of the company.

There are many other factors to consider when creating the perfect office space, such as temperature, lighting, spacing, and also things like colors and textures that have been proven to determine our moods.  Don’t forget the most important part though- the furnishing.  If you want to know how to keep your company green and save over 60% off retail prices for quality furniture, keep reading.

Office Furniture Outlet sells new and used products from trusted brands like HON, Steelcase, and Herman Miller.  We will assist you in space planning, design installation, refinishing, refurbishing, furniture repair, sales, leasing, rentals, and so much more!  Check out our site for all of your office furniture needs or give us a call at (757) 855-2800.

Buhagiar’s full article– Office design that works – timesofmalta.com