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It’s a brand new year and that means new additions to our exclusive NBF Signature Series collection. From industrial inspired designs with a modern edge to contemporary storage and dining options, there’s a lot to be excited about. Read on to learn more about five of our newest collections.

 

NBF Signature Series Urban Collection

With a modern profile and an industrial edge, the Urban collection is ideal for on-trend offices of any size. Desk and tabletops have a weathered walnut finish that complements the collection’s black metal and wood framework. With desks, filing and storage cabinets, bookcases and conference tables in every size, the Urban collection works in any space you do. From small home offices to large corporate spaces, any trendy workspace, conference room or private office can benefit from this grouping of furniture.

 
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NBF Signature Series Annex Collection

Another industrial-inspired addition to the NBF Signature Series family, the Annex collection includes desks, tables, filing cabinets and risers in various sizes and at affordable prices. Maple laminate is highly resistant to chips and scratches, and medium gray metal files and frames give off a masculine look that’s utilitarian yet trendy.

 
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NBF Signature Series Chess Collection

If it’s modern breakroom seating you’re looking for, it’s the Chess collection you need. This small grouping of chairs includes a stool and a stacking chair, both in a white plastic body with chrome metal framework. Both seating options are a breeze to transport and store due to their lightweight build and stackable design. Plus, they’re easy to clean, making them ideal for use in a high traffic breakroom.

 
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NBF Signature Series Easy View Collection

The NBF Signature Series Easy View collection is made up of four glass door storage units in various sizes. Whether for use by janitorial staff, office supplies or anything in between, you’ll be able to quickly see all of the contents of your Easy View storage unit, which makes restocking supplies as easy as can be. These cabinets are made of premium quality steel in a long-lasting powder-coat finish with adjustable shelves, ventilation lances in the back and a raised base for easy cleaning and protection against floor spills and leaks. Durable, functional and reliable, these cabinets are sure to be staple storage units throughout your office.

 
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NBF Signature Series Pasadena Collection

The Pasadena collection is the ideal solution for the modern breakroom. Available in a range of colors and sizes in both standard and café heights, the Pasadena tables can outfit lunchrooms of any size. Laminate table tops are a breeze to wipe clean, while chrome metal framework is sturdy enough to withstand years of wear.

 
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What do you think of our new NBF Signature Series collections? Let us know in the comments below!

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How to Set Up a Productive Training Room

How to Set Up a Productive Training Room

Whether your training room is small or large, the proper furniture layout can make all the difference in the productivity of everyone using the space. There are several common training room layouts, and the one that you choose for your business should depend on how many people you need to accommodate and what style of learning will be taking place. 

Remember, the seating arrangement you choose should make it easy for everyone in the room to clearly see and hear the instructor and allow for easy discussion between individuals and the instructor. Ensure everyone in the room can leave their seat anytime without disturbing the rest of the class. Space out furniture so that individuals and their chairs aren’t touching any furniture or people around them. However, seat individuals close enough to feel a sense of togetherness that allows them to feel comfortable asking their neighbors questions. The 2 most common training room layouts address all these needs. 

Classroom-Style

In this style, training tables and chairs are set up in rows facing the front of the room where the speaker will be presenting. This layout is ideal for training sessions that need to house a large number of people for lecture-based learning. 

Be sure to space rows of tables about 3 feet apart. This arrangement allows comfortable traffic flow when the class is dismissed, and fire code requires that walkways be at least 3 feet wide for safety purposes in an emergency. NBF Commercial Interiors Support Division Manager Amy Buck-Conrad recommends incorporating a center aisle rather than two side aisles. This allows for a large aisle and saves space in a small training room. Amy also recommends leaving at least 5 feet of space in the front of the room so the presenter has plenty of room to work in.

Conference-Style

The second most common type of training room layout is the conference style, which can be circular, square, or rectangular. In this arrangement, all training session participants face the open center of the “circle.” 

While the classroom-style arrangement is best for lecture-based classes, the conference style works better for classes that are highly based on group discussion. The collaborative design allows participants to see and hear one another easily, making the flow of conversation more effortless.

Flexibility of Design

Of course, if your training room uses a mixture of lectures and group discussions, you can still get the best of both worlds. At National Business Furniture, we offer a huge selection of mobile and modular training room chairs and tables that make rearranging your space in either of these configurations a breeze. Nesting furniture is even easier to work with since it allows you to relocate multiple tables and chairs together.

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Nicole Groshek is the social media and content coordinator for National Business Furniture. She helps employees discover the true joy in loving what they do, from working in an inspiring office to having a little fun on the job.