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January 26, 2023

Have you heard of the perfect computer desk in Edmonton at OFWD? Our selection of computer desks is designed to meet the needs of modern professionals who demand both style and functionality. These computer desks are made from high-quality materials and are built to last. We offer a wide range of sizes, styles, and finishes to suit any taste and office decor. Whether you prefer a traditional, classic look or a more contemporary style, we have the perfect computer desk for you.

Maximize your work

At OFWD, we understand that a computer desk is not just a piece of furniture; it’s an essential tool that can make or break your productivity. That’s why we offer a range of computer desks designed to maximize your workflow and minimize distractions. All of our computer desks feature ample storage space, cable management, and ergonomic design to ensure maximum comfort and efficiency.

Producing only the best

Our collection features desks made from high-quality engineered wood and boasts stunning details, such as modern chrome accents and tempered glass surfaces.

These computer desks will prove to be a great addition to your workspace, with sleek, clean lines and minimalist design. These desks are perfect for professionals who prefer a more contemporary look and want to create a clean, clutter-free workspace.

The collection also includes matching file cabinets, bookcases, matching storage solutions, such as credenzas and bookcases, to create a cohesive office design.

A desk to fit all your needs

We provide bespoke design services as well as our basic computer desks to make a desk that is suited to your unique requirements and tastes. In order to develop a desk that combines usefulness and aesthetics to the fullest, our skilled design team will collaborate with you to comprehend your workflow and personal preferences. To make a desk that is truly special, we can also add custom features like integrated cable management or hidden storage compartments.

But our commitment to excellence doesn’t stop at the desk itself – we also offer a range of accessories to complete your computer workspace. We offer ergonomic chairs designed to provide support and comfort for long hours of sitting, as well as desk lamps, monitor stands, and other accessories to enhance your workspace’s aesthetics.

How can a desk improve your work quality?

A good computer desk can have a significant impact on work quality. A well-designed desk can improve ergonomics, organization, and overall comfort, all of which can lead to increased productivity and efficiency.

The computer desks we offer, can improve ergonomics. A desk that is the right height and angle can prevent back, neck, and wrist pain caused by prolonged sitting and computer use. This means that workers can be more comfortable and work for longer periods without experiencing discomfort or pain.

Our computer desk can help with organization. A desk with ample storage space, cable management, and built-in compartments can help workers stay organized and reduce clutter. This means that they can find what they need quickly and easily, leading to less time wasted on searching for items or documents.

A good computer desk can provide a comfortable and distraction-free workspace. A desk that is sturdy, stable, and well-designed can create a focused environment that promotes productivity and creativity. This means that workers can concentrate on their tasks and produce higher quality work.

Invest to bring your A-game!

Investing in a good computer desk can improve work quality by improving ergonomics, organization, and overall comfort. A well-designed desk can promote a focused and productive work environment, leading to better work outcomes and overall job satisfaction.

So why choose OFWD for your computer desk needs in Edmonton? With our wide range of high-quality computer desks, custom design services, and commitment to excellence, we are the premier choice for professionals who demand the best. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help elevate your workspace to the next level.

May 8, 2019

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Sit-Stand Workstations

A sit-stand workstation is a work surface that has height adjustability, allowing an individual to use full sitting and standing postures. The key to effective use of a sit-stand workstation involves rotation between the two postures, rather than having to continuously use either sitting or standing. In many office environments, employees and managers are questioning whether a sit-stand workstation is appropriate for their needs when using their computers for extended periods of time.

Have questions? Contact us today and speak to one of our customer care team members to consult your working space and to see how you can have your MyHite Sit-Stand desk, customized, delivered and installed in your office!

In-Stock Availability so you don’t have to wait
priced to beat our competitors
full serviced to have your office(s) set up for you

Considerations for a Sit-Stand attached to an existing workstation

Example of an existing bridge replacement/integration using a MyHite

Will the attachments for the desk interact well with the existing surface?
Will existing furniture be able to support the desk load and height adjustments movements?
Will it remain stable?
Will the surface provide enough space to perform tasks without encouraging awkward postures?
Are there light fixtures, shelving and other sturctures above the work surface that would block or interfere with the use of the desk?
Can they be removed if required?

Hazards associated with sit-stand workstations

Standing too long

Standing longer than 30 minutes continuously without a postural break can increase reported discomfort in the legs and lower back.

Awkward postures

Work surfaces that do not accommodate full sitting and standing postures, leading to awkward postures being adopted.

Shrugging Shoulders

Low/High adjustments causing neck pain

When is a sit-stand workstation of value?

High task demands with fewer breaks

when breaks are difficult to schedule, a sit-stand can vary postures.

Specific physical symptoms where occasional standing provides relief.

While beneficial to those with specific low back, hip or knee symptoms, prolonged standing can aggravate some of these symptoms.

Shared workstations

Easily adjustable, shared workstations can accommodate various size and stature needs.

In-Stock Availability so you don’t have to wait
priced to beat our competitors
full serviced to have your office(s) set up for you

March 6, 2019

Thousands of Canadians, now call home their workplace. With the uptick in those working from home, the need for a dedicated home office space has increased. Now, some families are carving them into nooks, others are transforming bedrooms and some are converting that one-time guest casita into an office.

At OFWD, we are seeing more and more requests for home office design help today. While not every one of our clients works from home, many of them still want a space to get away and sit down and think, and do work while at home, even though that’s not their primary location for work.

Here’s a look at some of today’s home office design trends, along with some considerations to keep in mind when creating a home office to suit your needs.

Colour

Colour can be an important factor in making any space comfortable and productive. To get you started in the right direction, here is how certain colours can influence an office space.

Although, be very mindful that any colour you choose in your space must have a sense of a harmonious balance. Too much of one colour can sometimes have the opposite effect you’re going for. So when you’re choosing bold colours like the ones we will cover below, think about breaking it up with a lighter shade or accent wall of a corresponding harmonious colour.

REDS (HOVER OVER FOR DESCRIPTION )

REDs

Red stimulates, rouses circulation, helps anemia and sadness, but too much can be overstimulating.

GREENS (HOVER OVER FOR DESCRIPTION )

GREENs

Green acts as a sedative to the nervous system and is helpful for sleeplessness and exhaustion.

BLUES (HOVER OVER FOR DESCRIPTION )

BLUES

Blue is useful for calming emotional stress, though if too strong it can cause tiredness. So utilize blue with that in mind.

YELLOWS (HOVER OVER FOR DESCRIPTION )

YELLOWS

Yellow, on the other hand, stimulates and is a good colour for mental work.

The desk…

With the increased emphasis on ergonomics in desk and chair design for the past decade, height-adjustable desks are now one of the biggest home office furniture requests. Homeowners seem to prefer desks with power lift features.

Corner desks are a thing of the past, and if homeowners don’t want an adjustable desk, they tend to want one that’s fashionable and flexible. OFWD has been seeing an uptick of requests for longer desks that can double as decor pieces with a stool or seats under them.

The whole idea of a desk is that it’s not just a desk. Even bookcases are open and decorative, and it’s more of an accessory piece. Bookcases with metal finishes, in particular, are also popular office accent pieces.

How the desk is situated in the space is also important. You want to make sure that you have access to everything within reach, so you don’t want the circulation part of your desk area bigger than about 4′ x 4′. You also want to orient your desk so that you see people entering and leaving the room; it’s an old feng shui trick that can have a much more calming effect.

Most of our clients want everything within a short distance. Drawers, lateral files, pullout trays, whatever it might be, the shape is not as important as function. You want to do as little as possible in terms of confining yourself.

Positioning the desk near a window so you can glance away into a space with natural light in order to relieve eye strain. So if you can be looking out at nature, even if it’s a planter box outside your window, the more calming it will be. Nature is the ultimate antidote for balancing, and good old sunshine is an essential part of nature’s healing effects.

For larger rooms, we suggest making a smaller desk area and a separate lounge area with a sofa or reading chair in it to unwind between tasks. We like to incorporate a chaise lounge into some offices for clients who like to take midday power naps.

The Chair

We also can’t stress the emphasizes and importance of a good chair, especially for those who work from home and spend a lot of hours in the office space. Our top recommendation is the MAXX TASK Multi-Function office chair. A very reasonably priced ergonomic chair, that provides all the comforts and adjustability for your size and preference. it’s money well-spent.

Tech

Staying on top of technology in office space design is important. Our customers demand tablets, desktops, digital television programs and cellphone apps all be integrated and seamlessly used through different monitors and televisions. Charging ports, video conferencing capabilities and the ability to hop from one device to another are also common requests.

With more technology, wire and cable management also becomes a design concern. Sometimes, cavities need to be created within furniture and desks to make the technology ecosystem work without leaving eyesore cord bundles at people’s feet or along walls.

With sleeker, more modern designs using glass, steel, plastics and carbon fiber, our team is forced to be more creative with finding places to run cables than when he worked with bulkier, traditional or Mediterranean-style home office furnishings.

We also find lighting in office spaces to be very important. Try to incorporate as much natural light in your designs as possible, and we always encourages clients to have lighting from more than one source — lamps, can lights, natural light — to reduce computer glare and eye fatigue.

January 23, 2019

To find out more, please read on and discover how you can book your FREE consultation and one of our account managers will contact you to confirm your booking!

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OFWD provides design-and-furnished office outfitting to clients who want an effective way to enjoy exceptional professionalism, quality constructed office furnishings, and beautiful yet functional designs. From modernizing a small small office to redesigning and remodelling entire business spaces. OFWD will guide you every step of the way. From conception of an idea to completion of a project OFWD provides stellar service, attention to detail and exceptional quality and price.

Is your office furniture due for replacement or something in your space just isn’t quite right anymore and its affecting your work and happiness?

If you’ve ever wondered if there was a better way to utilize your office space or noticed that the way your office and desks were set was keeping your work and mind disorganized or as they call this in the industry, Feng Shui is all off (energy flow).

For example, the pile of papers and documents placed in an area of your desk was cutting you off from your work space or computer. This type of clutter or blockage is actually affecting the way you work, causing stress, and preventing you from having any kind of productive workflow.

How about that pesky desk setup that’s placed in an area of the office that makes no sense and all its doing when not being used, is forcing you to walk around it? This blockage is causing the energy to be trapped and disrupting the flow! If anything like this rings true for you, and you have no idea how to go about changing it, to best maximize space and productivity, then this is for you!

If you’re ready to embrace innovative furniture design at an amazing value, read on!

OFWD and its design consultants want to offer you a chance to redesign your space for productivity and ergonomics, to maximize your time spent at the office!

Kick off 2019 with an offer to have professional consultations done for you and or your staff at no cost! Typically valued at $500 and up.

It’s time to change how you work by utilizing your space with office furniture and spatial design that puts less stress on you and or your team! Thinking of revamping your office in the new year? Are you looking for modern, sleek, ergonomic furniture for your office at an amazing value?

OFWD is now offering a limited number of bookings for an amazing opportunity to get in on a really great deal in the YEG and surrounding area business sector!

We are currently offer a complimentary design consultation at no cost to you! We come to your space and we will assess, measure and map out your entire office space. You won’t have to lift a finger! No matter your size big or small we will base our recommendations to you for ease, ergonomics, style and price point.

A great way to build out your new or revamped space for 2019. When you book a free consultation with us, receive 10% off of all purchased items to furnish your newly designed space. Embrace innovatitive design at an amazing valued offer.

Fill out the form below today, to find out how you can book your FREE consultation and our account managers will contact you as soon as possible!

November 18, 2018

5 WAYS YOU CAN BOOST PRODUCTIVITY WITH THE RIGHT WORKPLACE ARRANGEMENT

Staff satisfaction is essential to the smooth functioning of any office environment. They are reflected in productivity, which relates to the amount of work that gets done in a day. Naturally, when your employees are more relaxed and focused on the job, the outcomes will play more in your favour. But creating the appropriate space for this to happen is where it starts.

DESIGNING A PRODUCTIVE OFFICE

At the end of the day, it is up to you to create a prolific environment in your firm and ensure that your staff is always on top of their game delivering the best possible results. Here are five ways in which you can boost employee production capacity by making the right workplace arrangement choices.

1. INVESTING IN ERGONOMIC FURNITURE

Although working in an office isn’t a risky profession at its core, there are many health impediments that develop after spending long hours in an uncomfortably sitting down and staring at a computer screen. Eye and headaches are a big problem, and so is the onset of chronic back pain. These issues lower capacity, leaving workers feeling even more stressed.

This is why the ideal arrangement to boost productivity needs to be equipped with ergonomic desks & chairs, properly aligned desks, and screen protection. If you’ve got the budget for it, you can also bring in some standing stations for those employees who want to switch it up from time to time.

2. BRING OUT THE CUBICLES

Office cubicles are presented as a staple of corporate life ever since modern television started depicting what it’s like to perform activities in these relatively new environments. Offering your workers the chance to have some privacy while they perform their daily tasks can help their production capacity tremendously. On top of that, it makes chatting the day away with colleagues harder, which might sound rough at first, but it’s better for their results in the long run.

3. INSTALL PROPER LIGHTING

Although it might not seem like a crucial detail, having proper lighting in the office is essential for productivity levels. For one, it helps protects workers’ eyes and makes screens easier to look at. In addition, it naturally energizes everyone, creating a positive atmosphere that encourages and sustains a prolific environment.

If you’re up for a serious investment, going all out and equipping the fixtures with proper bulbs is an excellent choice that will bring positive results soon enough. According to Forbes Magazine, the best ones to use are the high powered CFL daylight color balanced light bulbs, whose components mimic sunlight as closely as possible.

4. CLEAR OUT THE CLUTTER

There’s nothing more distracting than a cluttered room. This means, if you want your employees to always stay on top of their game, you will need to make some serious alterations to the overall design of your office space. The first step in this direction would be removing loose wires, unnecessary papers and other files and folders you might find lying around.

To take it one step further, you can rearrange the entire area. Move desks around and aim for minimalism. There’s no need to have the walls covered in pictures, maybe just a motivational poster here and there to boost morale, but that’s it. By doing this, positive results won’t fail to appear.

5. CREATE A RELAXATION AREA

Arranging your company’s offices in such a way that the existence of a relaxation area is possible can boost productivity among your employees like never before. Most people want a space where they can breather for a bit and get away from any work-related stressors. On top of that, everyone should ideally take at least ten minutes to stretch every two hours or so.

Thus, having a break room is crucial. And the best thing about this is that it can be anything: a game area, a lunch spot or even just a place with some bean bags and a comfy couch. No matter what your decision is, your employees are bound to appreciate it, as long as it allows them to get away from the pressure they face each day.

IN CONCLUSION

If you’re looking to improve productivity in your office or space, it just takes a little planning. Follow these tips and you’ll be pleasantly surprised at how much of a difference this makes!

Need help planning? Contact us and let our service specialists and account managers help you design your perfect space. Be happy. Be more productive!