If you ever feel cramped at the office, it might not purely be a space issue—it could actually be a matter of maximizing your space with clever office furniture placements. Furniture arrangement is particularly important in small offices and can have a large impact on productiveness. But how do you take advantage of that?

Fulkerson Services, Rochester’s leading source for commercial office furniture, offers you their personal insights:

• Use Smaller Office Desks: In a world where more and more work can be accomplished on smaller devices, do you really need a large desk? Unless you’re a draftsperson, you could probably get by with a smaller workstation.
• Consider Open Plan Offices: How collaborative is your workplace? Open plans are frequently used in industries like web development and other situations where people work in teams. Open plans aren’t appropriate for every workplace, but they are helpful when you want to foster a more social environment where people help each other often.
• Install Brighter Lighting: Sometimes, the wrong lighting can make you feel almost claustrophobic. One neat trick for making your space feel larger is using bright overhead lights. If you have large windows—even better! Avoid floor lamps whenever possible.
• Utilize Vertical Space: When you can’t expand outwards, why not go upwards? Look for smaller, wall-mounted filing cabinets and shelving units, and consider installing some right above your desk.
• Find Inspired Designs: Don’t underestimate the effect the right design and décor have on a space. If something at Fulkerson Services catches your eye, it may even make you re-think your entire layout. Their consultations are free, so why not give them a call?

You’ll find great new and used commercial office furniture at Fulkerson Services, a family run enterprise that’s served Rochester, NY for over 33 years. For questions about their inventory or to schedule a consultation, call (585) 223-2541. Details are available online.