From modern minimalist to classic executive, industrial loft to Scandinavian softness. Six main styles that define your office's character; each with its materials, color palette, and target audience.
Each style appeals to a specific character and user base. The key features of the six styles are summarized below.
Character: Clean lines, smooth surfaces, hidden cabling, priority on function. Often light colors and metallic accents.
Typical material: White or gray laminate tops, chrome or black metal legs, MDF panels, mesh-back chairs.
Target audience: Technology companies, agencies, consulting firms, architectural offices. Any office seeking a "contemporary and functional" look.
Character: Solid wood textures, dark polished surfaces, carved details, leather-upholstered executive chairs. Dignified and traditional.
Typical material: Walnut, oak, or mahogany solid wood, dark brown or burgundy leather upholstery, brass accessories.
Target audience: Law firms, financial advisory, public institutions, diplomatic missions, executive floors of traditional, established institutions.
Character: Raw metal, light wood, raw concrete aesthetic. The factory and workshop aesthetic brought into the office. Thick metal profiles, visible welds, steel shelving.
Typical material: Raw or naturally finished oak-pine, black metal profile legs, leather and canvas textiles.
Target audience: Creative sector (advertising agencies, video production), architectural offices, restored loft-style offices. Teams seeking "character."
Character: The "less is more" philosophy. Every visible element is functional. Simple forms, minimal colors (typically white, light gray, natural wood), completely hidden cabling.
Typical material: White or light wood laminate, thin profile metal legs, monoblock frames.
Target audience: Startups, photo-video studios, office sections of yoga and wellness-focused businesses, digital product teams.
Character: Natural materials (especially light wood), soft lines, warm textile accents. A blend of home comfort and office functionality.
Typical material: White birch, light oak, natural wool and linen upholstery, warm accent colors like orange, mustard, olive green.
Target audience: HR-focused companies, educational consultancies, child- and family-themed businesses, boutique concept offices.
Character: A modern interpretation of classic. Large work surfaces, luxurious materials (leather, solid wood, marble accents), thoughtful lighting. A balance of corporate gravitas and modern design.
Typical material: Natural veneer or solid wood tops, leather-upholstered executive chair, optional marble or glass accessories.
Target audience: CEO and boardrooms, general manager floors of large corporations, upper echelons of the financial world.
Choosing the right style influences not only aesthetics but also employee behavior and client perception. A classic executive desk for a creative team, or an industrial open office for a law firm, could be equally inappropriate.
A quick comparison of the six styles.
| Style | Typical Material | Color Palette | Typical Sector |
|---|---|---|---|
| Modern | Laminate + chrome metal | White, gray, black | Technology, agency |
| Classic | Solid wood + leather | Dark brown, burgundy | Legal, public, finance |
| Industrial | Raw metal + wood | Black, natural wood | Creative, architectural |
| Minimalist | Laminate + thin metal | White, light wood | Startup, studio |
| Scandinavian | Light wood + textile | Light wood, warm accents | Education, boutique |
| Executive | Natural veneer + leather | Dark wood, cream | Upper management |
In practice, offices are designed not with a single style, but with a mix of styles. The most common combinations are:
The critical point when creating a style mix: the material palette and color scheme must be cohesive. Soft transitions are preferred over dramatic contrasts in the same corridor.
Six main styles: modern, classic, industrial, minimalist, Scandinavian, and executive (upper management). Each style has a different material, form, and color palette. In practice, style mixes are also frequently preferred.
Modern and Scandinavian for technology and agency offices; classic for legal and consulting; industrial for the creative sector; minimalist for startups; and executive for upper management floors are typical preferences.
Yes. Typically, executive areas are designed in a classic/executive style, while open-plan offices are modern/Scandinavian. Material and color harmony during transitions is critical; harsh contrasts in the same corridor should be avoided.
Not strictly essential, but highly recommended. Evaluating material texture, color tone, and actual dimensions from a catalog image can be misleading. Touching samples and seeing them under light in a showroom clarifies the decision.
Examples of modern, classic, industrial, and other styles are displayed together in our showroom. See for yourself which one suits you.