5 Cool Office Chairs Any Dad Will Love!

Father's day is less than a week away. By now, dad is probably tired of ties and coffee mugs. That being said, all the hard working dads out there deserve a comfortable office chair! The super cool models highlighted here will keep dad sitting pretty while showing him just how much you care. Enjoy!

Is you dad a big guy? If so there's no better chair our there then the OFM 810-LX Avenger Chair in black leather. This new line of Big and Tall chairs is designed around comfort and efficiency. With support capabilities up to 500 pounds, you'll be hard pressed to find a more durable chair for dad! With features like a 5" thick extra wide padded seat, 28" base, and gas lift seat height adjustability, this chair is a real winner. The even better news, this line of OFM Office Chairs is typically in stock for quick shipment!

Who doesn't like to kick back and relax every once in awhile! Treat dad with ability to recline at work when he's ready for a short break. This reclining office chair is super comfortable, stylish, and affordable. The 680 model chair is offered in black or burgundy vinyl  and is a great way to relieve stress in the workplace. Let's be honest, most every dad on the planet will appreciate a stress reliever. Additional ergonomic benefits include a 4" thick seat with padded headrest, fully functional swivel base, and padded arm rests. The Power Rest Recliner even allows users to lock-in to 5 different positions for added comfort.


While the Concorde Office Chair is a bit pricey for the average Father's Day gift, that doesn't mean it's not incredibly cool. Commonly considered the most comfortable chair on the market, this line of luxury office seating is built to impress in every way. The Concorde chair is available in extensive leather upholstery options and can even be purchased in a massage version for superior comfort. If your dad had good taste, he will definitely appreciate this chair! With it's aircraft seating technology, the Concorde is truly top of the line. Fabric upholstered models are available, but kids will probably still need a bit of help from mom to swing this gift for Father's Day!

This retro brown leather office chair from Woodstock Marketing has dad written all over it. The Hendrix chair, inspired by the blues icon offers a polished chrome frame and contemporary look that's sure to impress. The supple brown upholstery enhances the old school feel without straying to far from the popular modern style we all love. Priced at $289.99, this chair is an excellent value that any dad will take note of!

Last but certainly not least, every dad will love the Presideo Lounge Chair and ottoman set by Flash Furniture. The combination of wood and leather form the perfect gift for any dad. The Presideo features button tufted surfaces, thickly padded curved armrest cushions, swivel seat, and black metal base. The Italian leather upholstery offers luxury that's hard to top. Needless to say, this unique line of leather lounge chairs has plenty of wow factor!

No matter what gift you decide to go with, it's the thought that counts. Most dads just want to feel loved and appreciated on Father's day! With the leather office chairs highlighted in this article you'll be at no shortage of awesome gift inspirations to highlights your home or business office furniture configuration. Not to mention, you'll keep dad comfortable which is never a bad idea.

Furniture Trends: Glass Office Furniture is Hot!

In today's world it's all about the cutting edge. When it comes to office furniture, three words best describe the trending style... modern, modern, modern! Everyone is in love with latest and greatest furniture collections for both home and business needs. That being said, the latest and greatest includes a variety of glass accented desking that really pops!

Glass office products show class and style in the workplace and have grown in popularity over the last few years. Calico Designs caught this trend and just the right time. As a relative newcomer to the industry, Calico hit the ground running. Their innovative computer workstations have been a huge hit. One reason for the boom in popularity is the glass. Consumers love the modern look of Calico stations like the Jameson desk. Configurations like the Jameson are perfect for both home and executive office applications. The tempered glass surfaces and corner friendly shape make them extremely versatile. The affordability of glass when compared to wood veneer furniture is often striking. Glass can accented furniture can be significantly less expensive and therefore a better value. Units like the Jameson Workcenter are only $225.99!

A favorite amongst industry professionals over the last 3 years, Cherryman Industries Verde furniture has been hard to keep in stock. This white glass accented casegoods collection includes a huge selection of modern conference tables, executive desks, and reception stations to meet the needs of any upscale business. This affordable laminate office furniture series is available in two coffee inspired finishes including latte and espresso. Verde desk set solutions like the VL-707N are designed for luxury office environments where budget and style are important. The white glass hutch doors, and shiny metal desk legs really provide a spark of interest by any visitor lucky enough to grace the space. Verde conference table models like the VL-741 feature glass leg panels and boat shaped surfaces. The contemporary style is hard to miss and for that reason, Verde is one of the best selling office lines in 2012.

So you like glass accented furniture but still want to keep a traditional look in your workspace. No problem! Mayline furniture collections like the Aberdeen series feature subtle glass accents on hutch doors while maintaining a traditional appeal. The Mayline Napoli collection offers a nice blend of modern style with traditional charm. This collection of executive workstations offers a choice of three wood veneer finishes and a variety of small reception desks with glass transaction counters. Napoli is truly stunning and garners respect in any workspace. For the budget conscious, Mayline Brighton furniture is a line of laminate casegoods designed for professional businesses not interested in sacrificing quality. For that reason, Brighton appears to almost everyone!

In the long run, glass office furniture is a style gaining momentum for years. It looks like this trend has no end in sight. Utilizing glass is an excellent way to make a professional statement while staying within the confines of even the strictest budget restraints. Collections like Verde and Napoli are perfect for the contemporary minded while Aberdeen and Jameson products work offer a nice combination of both traditional and modern decor needs. By working with a designer or professional furniture consultant, a well thought out and efficient workspace is never out of reach.

Like a body to dress up

Covered in thick hide leather, the Katrin armchairs remind us of an elegant body, to dress up with an elegant suit. A black or white painted stainless steel is covered with black or white thick hide leather. This comfortable minimal armchair has very simple continuous lines meeting into geometrical forms. An exceptional choice for a statement armchair in your living room area and imagine the many different possibilities for a contract project, for an hotel lobby, office seating rooms, boutiques and much more.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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The Katrin armchair is available at www.momentoitalia.com for inquiries call 212 366 1777 . Momentoitalia is your boutique studio for modern high end designer Italian furniture.

Mayline Napoli Furniture - The Affordable Contemporary Choice

The Napoli veneer office furniture system by Mayline features Italian-influenced, sophisticated styling for business or home office applications. Available in three rich finishes, Mayline Napoli Furniture features AA-grade select North American hardwood veneers throughout. The Napoli line is extremely popular due to the quality craftsmanship and modern design. In today's entry we will share with you several of our favorite Napoli items!

Napoli Conference Furniture

Napoli veneer conference room furniture features elegant lines and excellent durability. This contemporary conference furniture line is available in three finishes, and all veneer surfaces are protected with two coats of high-tech catalyzed lacquer. Items like the 10' Napoli conference table pictured are an excellent fit in upscale boardroom environments and really impress visitors. Along with conference tables, a variety of Napoli wall cabinets and presentation boards are available to provide a cohesive look throughout work areas.

Napoli Executive Furniture

Napoli executive furniture conveys success. This line of high end contemporary executive desks and modular workstations offers the versatility and modern appeal desired by most professional businesses. Mayline executive furniture has long been an industry favorite and collections like Napoli are why! The affordable price of workstations like the Napoli Desk shown make this line an excellent choice for home office use as well.

Napoli Reception Furniture

Napoli reception furniture is sure to enhance the appearance of any business. This collection of modern reception desks is used in a variety of office environments from boutiques to fortune 500 companies. Napoli reception furniture includes a variety of attractive office tables to match decor. The Napoli reception station shown is one of several popular models that offer ample storage along with glass transaction counters for added appeal.

Elegant and sophisticated interiors with a fun modern twist

The lines of this room are clean and classic, but the wallpaper and bright green also make it fresh.

I like symmetry in design as long as the objects used are fun and unstuffy.

The colors in the rooms above and below are so lush...if I lived in a colder climate I would definitely use them.

Acrylic chairs and pops of fuchsia make a traditional dining table fun.

all images via Ivy & Piper

Artist spotlight: Michael Begenyi's color rich, geometric paintings

I'm really going to try and feature more artists this year. As a RISD illustration major painting and drawing are in my blood, and artwork can make a huge impact in your home! The artist I'm featuring today is Michael Begenyi, I think his work really lends itself to interiors and interior design, because of his focus on color combinations and geometry and line.

Here is his artist's statement: Michael C. Begenyi teaches middle school art in Western Pennsylvania and actively exhibits his work. His acrylic paintings reflect his interests in the geometric representation of the natural world and explorations in color theory. The relationship between math, science and art is part of what Michael has been exploring with his current work. Technical precision is important to Michael but it does not overwhelm the organic and creative inspiration for each painting. 
 

 This one (full:above), (detail:below), is my favorite.  It is titled koi pond. I think it does a fantastic job of capturing what a koi pond would look like broken down into geometric shapes.  The colors are really stunning as well.

The paintings also remind me a lot of oragami, and even have titles like "Hummingbird," "Frog," and "Crane"

 The photo above gives you a better perspective of the size of some of the paintings

To see all of Michael's works, purchase, or read more, go to his shop on Zatista.

Back to basics: Tips for room layout and choosing furniture and acessories

Furnishing and organizing your home in the most appropriate way is challenging, but the reward is that it can be a great expression of yourself.  Some people don't think interior design and architecture are such a big deal, until they see for themselves the impact that successful room decor, furnishings, and layouts can have on a house.

Serene and clean but not too sparse.

When it comes to furniture, it's easy to fall back on what you see in the popular magazines, but take time to research and stake out pieces that really speak to you and are of good quality.  Don't just buy furniture because you want to fill a room.  Taking your time to choose furniture will also ensure that you pick the best sizes and styles for the space you're furnishing.

 

This kitchen is modern and minimal in style, but not sterile.

For many people, decor and accessories are an afterthought, or they fill it with gifts from others that aren't really their style, or generic bits and bobs just to fill space.  However, if you completely forget about adding decor and accessories, your home runs the risk of looking to institutional.  Just like your furnishings, take time to collect a collection of accessories that have meaning to you, whether they be travel souvenirs, a vase that reminds you of one that your grandmother had, etc.

Functional and attractive

Two important aspects of design that are not addressed as often as the ones above are  the use of positive and negative space. Some people do not leave enough open/empty space in a room. Too much furniture, or furnishing too large for the room make a space feel tight and cluttered.  Leave enough open space - imaging the room being able to "breath" a bit.  If a space looks crammed, remove items one by one, step back and look at the space, and when it looks less cluttered, you know you're on the right path. Also consider the flow of the room.  There should be clear paths around or to furnishings, and the purpose of the room should be apparent, whether the purpose be conversing, working, or watching TV.

Luxe in style with a successful bedroom layout.

Another set of people have the opposite problem.  They leave too much empty or "dead" space in their home.  If you're nervous about making a mistake, start by collecting inspiration.  Rip out pages from magazines or bookmark images of rooms that you like.  Once you've collected a decent amount of images, review them and pick out any recurring furniture styles, accessories, colors, etc. that you see.  This will help you dictate your style.  Once you've narrowed down your aesthetic, try buying just one piece at a time, that way you won't feel like you're committing so quickly and definitely.

Stylized but realistic

Do you have any tips for a well-balanced room?

*disclosure: This post is sponsored by Minimalisti.com

Great Use of Black and White...

I continue to find many examples of interior design ideas using the colors Black and White once alienated by me and just basically ignored as the addition of an impact primary bright color such as Lime, Green, Orange, or Red was always favored by me, but as I showed you in my white/Black kit5chen posting followed by my white/black rooms [posting, these colors continue to surprise. This is why when I saw this posting, I had to share. Again Black and White but this time in a loby and entire interior decorating scheme of the following luxury hotel in Singapore, an ultra modern clean, energy efficient city state in Asia. This city-state is what I call one of the most modern, trendy, and mecca for modern interior design. Please see the pictures following this introduction so that you may see for yourself this amazing hotel, and its beautifully decorated interior using the primary colors Black and White and using none of the common impact accent colors.

The result is simply amazing interior design, having elegance, sophistication, and leaving us or me with a sense of wanting more. Great planing, design, and implementation of ideas.

 

Luxury Fashionable Boutique Hotel Design – Club Hotel at Ann Siang Road in Singapore

lobby interior and furniture design in luxury fashionable Boutique Hotel

Here the modern and luxury fashionable boutique hotel in Singapore – The Club Hotel by Ministry of Design. the room interior with glossy white and black color. All rooms combine traditional colonial-inspired design, with elegant and modern elements, which details the attitude, and comfort – the creation of colonial elegant aesthetics. Unique designs, along with works adapted in each room for each of the 22 separate rooms. MOD work and designed the famous local artist Tan Wynlyn be implemented at the hotel. Customers have the option to check-in hall at ground level or the panoramic roof Sky Bar, overlooking the conservation area of Club Street and the CBD. F & B areas designed by Jane Yeo include Lobby Lounge, Tapas Bar and two private rooms. 

Let’s check the Luxury Fashionable Boutique Hotel Design – Club Hotel at Ann Siang Road in Singapore pictures below:

bedroom furniture hotel design in luxury fashionable Boutique Hotel

loggy black and white floor in luxury fashionable Boutique Hotel

luxury fashionable Boutique Hotel front view

comfy bedroom design with fresh interior in luxury fashionable Boutique Hotel

stunning and comfortable bedroom design in luxury fashionable Boutique Hotel

interior design view in luxury fashionable Boutique Hotel

modern door design in luxury fashionable Boutique Hotel

unique ceiling design and white and black floor in luxury fashionable Boutique Hotel

stunning bathroom interior design in luxury fashionable Boutique Hotel

white and black bathroom design in luxury fashionable Boutique Hotel

Club rooms have been designed to suit their location with a thoughtful seating area to allow for work as well as play. Signature Rooms each sport a bold design feature, from fitted ceiling-to-floor wraparound curtains for complete privacy, to a bed framed by a pair of grand pillars adorned with traditional Chinese carvings. From Club to Signature, it’s likely you’ll want to spend as much time in the striking bathrooms as in the bedroom. Windows in every room let natural light flood in, while coloured mood lighting brings about a transformation at night. Sound proofed walls and windows guarantee an undisturbed and restful stay. Luxurious rain forest showers and thoughtfully placed electrical jacks (behind the bathroom mirror) ensure a thoroughly comfortable experience.

Simply breathtaking and a fantastic use of the colors black and white

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IKEA Part 5: Home Office Design

IKEA, simply a one stop shop for every room in our modern, contemporary homes, 

both indoor and outdoor 


Part 5

2011 Home Office Designs Decorating

Inspirations -by IKEA

Alot of us wonder what it is that we have to do to afford these beautiful trendy, modern contemporary designer interior decorating ideas that we see in magazines, hear so much about, or simply watch on TV, and at the same time that we watch, read, or hear about in such awe, we continue to think "if we could only afford such luxury" Now today i am here to tell you that it is not only possible to have these amazing designs on an average budget but happening everyday of our lives as more and more of us turn to discount retailer and decorating giant from Europe, IKEA. Not only do they provide us with an affordable way of re-decorating our homes, but they are around the corner, readily available, and even will help you design your dream, living room, dining room, bedroom., kitchen, bathroom, out door patio, or home office while you wait at the store.  Not only will they design your dream house in a few hours, but provide you with all the items you need in one store visit so that you can start right away on your new project. 

Please see below for IKEA decorating ideas and furniture such as desks, chairs, concepts, and ideas.. readily available at the store on Home ffice and decor ideas, the fifth of my 10 part series on IKEA homes. I will continue in the following order.

Living Rooms - Published

Kitchens - Published

Bedrooms - Published

Kids rooms - Published

Home Office - Published

Dining Rooms

Bathrooms

Outdoor Patio and Garden

Home decor and wall coverings

Area Rugs

IKEA is a one stop shop on all items for our everyday modern, contemporary homes. 

PART 5: Home Office

Great Ideas to Organize Workspace at Home by IKEA Furniture

workspace design interior decorating plan

Here the Great Ideas to Organize Workspace at Home by IKEA Furniture , Smart Furniture is the best way to organize a compact work space at home, comfortable work space at home to give the mood for work at home, designing furniture and home furnishings, including furniture, colors game room lighting, shelves, home office, some interesting ideas. Ikea still use the old project to improve this new workspace concept, something new, more comfortable and it’s would work nicely. let’s check out the Great Ideas to Organize Workspace at Home by IKEA Furniture picture below:

white and green color Workspace decorating plan ideas

IKEA Workspace decorating plan

2011 trends Workspace interior decorating plan photo

2011 IKEA Workspace design and decorating plan

Simply a great place to shop for every room in the house. So far I have demonstrated 5 areas or chapters in my 10 part series on IKEA home interior decorating room by room. Stat tuned for more soon...

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IKEA like products and with the same affordable prices at:

http://www.avantgardehomefurnishings.com

iPhone 4G color options coming your way

 iPhone 4G colors finally available....

For all of you who have wanted a white iphone for a long time, well today is the day you can have one. Or for that matter a red one, blue one, mustard colored, for you designers who insist on carying trendy colors as well as using them in your designs, or even a pink one, for all you ladies who like a feminine phone. Now its possible to change the base back metallic glass plating and the front glass LCD plating as well with these new do it yourself at home kits that come fully prepared and doing it is as easy as one, two, three. The kit comes with a rubber piece (used to pull up the current glass pieces and wedge the new ones in place, a couple tiny screw drivers to unscrew the tiny screws inside the phone that hold these pieces together, and really thats it. Its simple, easy, has very little change of you not being able to do it or mess up the phone, and they look very good on the phones and all electrical components are pre-connected.. Simply connect one small wire that already has a pre-done connector cable that simply fits nicely into the iphone ditch where it snuggles right into place. The entire process probably takes about ten minutes and you get a brand new exclusive Red, White, Mustard, blue, or pink iPhone, something unique and something very few people have...

These products are available through Avant Garde Home Furnishings electronics page:

Avant Garde Electronics

Individual links found below under each picture: 

  

    Mustard Colored iPhone color kit

 

iPhone Blue colored install kit

 

    iPhone Red colored install kit 

 

iPhone pink colored install kit

 

     iPhone white colored install kit 

For anyone that decides that they want to order one, due to the long wait list it takes 30 days to receive. Sorry there is nothing I can do about the waiting time. Its actually 60 days but due to my membership level I get it a little quicker.