When businesses buy new office furniture, that’s usually a good sign for the company. It’s also a great sign for the local economy.  Office furniture is a significant capital investment. Companies that purchase new desks, chairs, storage and conference tables are banking on a strong, stable future.  As Southwest Florida’s premier source for high-quality office furniture, flooring and design concepts, OFDC Commercial Interiors has a strong pulse on the community’s economy. It partners with some of the region’s top organizations, including those specializing in health care, senior livi ..read more

Furniture installation is just as important as the furniture itself. The same holds true for flooring installation. High-quality office desks, chairs, conference tables, cubicles and storage solutions represent a sizable investment for any business. Durable, long-lasting tile, wood, carpeting and laminate flooring also are large capital expenses. Many companies pay interior designers to customize office spaces specific to their operational and employee needs. But who is going to deliver and install everything? After paying for furniture and flooring, some businesses with an eye on the budget c ..read more

FORT MYERS, Fla. (Sept. 19, 2023) – OFDC Commercial Interiors has completed a furniture installation at US Eye’s new corporate headquarters in Bradenton that integrates modern interior design principles with contemporary furniture selection.  The space includes traditional executive offices, centralized cubicles and conference rooms, as well as stylish pods and common spaces of varying sizes to foster collaboration, teamwork and creativity.  “There are seismic shifts occurring in the corporate environment with more employees working remotely, and those in offices need spaces for indi ..read more

Commercial flooring doesn’t have to be boring. In fact, many businesses in Southwest Florida are incorporating splashes of color and design into flooring to liven up workspaces.  For generations, commercial flooring had always been seen as utilitarian. Whether it was carpet, tile, wood or laminate, businesses wanted flooring that was:  Durable  Economical  Long-lasting  Interior designers have long recognized the benefits of incorporating artwork, shelving and other visuals to break up the monotony of large walls. Now, businesses are looking downward to showcase ..read more

The evolution of the modern office has left many businesses with extra multipurpose space. What once may have housed paperwork, file cabinets or equipment is now an open interior space waiting to be reimagined.  Unfortunately, this multipurpose space is often underutilized, or sometimes not used at all.  The past decade has brought a seismic shift in the layout and design of modern offices. Paper documents are now digital, clearing space where rows of cabinets and bookshelves once stood. Employees are taking on additional responsibilities, often assuming duties of two or three worker ..read more

Business owners and investors in Southwest Florida continue to request flex space office design.  Also called open floorplans, these adaptable workspaces aren’t just trendy – they’re highly functional. And functional workspaces are productive workspaces, something every business owner wants.  A flex space office design allows businesses to change the look and feel of workspaces. On one day, multiple staff members might need to work collaboratively on a project. Another day, employees might have individual tasks to complete at their own desks. On occasion, all employees might be prese ..read more

Every office has a few messy employees. The lack of desk storage might be the cause, though, rather than an individual being disorganized. Adequate, functional desk storage is the key to maintaining a professional, clean look around the office. Desk clutter projects an image of disorganization, disarray and dysfunction. Clean desks, on the other hand, shows employees have their act together, are productive and take pride in their workspace. There are also health reasons to maintain a clean desk. Cleveland Clinic notes a clean desk can reduce tension and stress for some people. Meanwhile, a mes ..read more

OFDC Commercial Interiors has completed the installation of interior furnishings for a new dining hall concept at Ringling College of Art & Design in Sarasota.  Cunniffe Commons is a 28,000-square-foot, two-story state-of-the-art dining facility designed to meet the highest sustainability standards, including rooftop solar panels, while capturing ample natural light from all directions. The cafeteria offers a variety of independent cuisine stations, including a chef-attended grill, home-cooked hot bar, soup and salad bar, pizza and pasta station, made-to-order deli, and treats section ..read more

OFDC Commercial Interiors donated 100 folding tables to Alliance for the Arts, which is helping distribute the items to local nonprofits in need of tables after Hurricane Ian.  OFDC, which provides office furniture and design concepts to businesses from Marco Island through Bradenton, procured the folding tables through its longstanding relationships with furniture and supply vendors.  “Although our focus is serving commercial customers across Southwest Florida, OFDC has always supported local nonprofits and charitable causes in our community,” said OFDC President and CEO Joe Gammons ..read more

The cost of office furniture is rising again in 2023, like it has for the past few years.  Why?  Inflation, of course, but that isn’t the sole reason.  As Southwest Florida’s leading office furniture and design company, OFDC Commercial Interiors has a pulse on the entire furniture spectrum. That includes sourcing raw materials, design, production, sales, delivery and installation.  Price is always an important consideration for customers, but so is value. The following information can help businesses understand why the cost of office furniture is rising and how they can loc ..read more