We recently finished a flooring update for a local company's office. The customer was looking for something that felt luxurious yet professional so they went with Timber Hickory wood from MSI. With how wonderful the finished product looked, we couldn't help but remember the less wonderful offices of the past! Take a trip with us down memory lane!
1. The 1980's
Though they may not appear fresh and fun through today's lens, offices in the 1980's were all about inspiration and modernity. Pops of color, geometric accents, and patterned carpet were popular with office design in this decade! Company's were looking to bring a bit of drama into their offices to set them apart from the competition!
2. The 90's
In the 90's, some office spaces leaned towards cozy and inviting while more technology-focussed spaces focussed on neutral colors and simple design. Fake plants became quite popular in those more common office spaces along with that orange-toned wood furniture. In more technological offices, you might find a pop of color in the carpet, but the focus was on those "highly developed" computers!
3. The Early/Mid 2000's
In the 2000's we see an emphasis on light and windows for the first time! Sleek white or black office furniture became a mark of a high-end office space, and there was a movement away from wooden office furniture. While cubicles were still popular, we began seeing less claustrophobic takes on the cubicles from decades past.
3. The 2020's
Today's corporate offices are more communal than ever before. While higher-up employees may have their own office space, a majority of associates are often sharing a work area these days! We are also seeing an emphasis on luxury in the work place - wood floors, quartz countertops, and inviting furniture pieces are seen throughout many offices these days. We are even bringing in real plants to the workplace again to bring life and color!
Here's a peek at the local office we helped out this month.
You'll see quartz countertops in the corner, wood floors, and plenty of light!
If you have a commercial space in need of a flooring update, we'd love to help you! Businesses are often the heart of local communities and caring for them is also a way of caring for the people they serve!