Workplace Furniture
Büro Klaus
Klaus, the infamous showroom run by Klaus Nienkämper, has reinvented itself. Büro Klaus carries contemporary and classic designs by such esteemed manufacturers as Lambert & Fils, e15, COR, Fredericia and &Tradition, as well as an in-house line that includes both reinterpretations of Nienkämper classics – iconic Canadian-made office furniture – and new furnishings developed in collaboration with renowned designers. The underlying theme is enduring furniture so beautiful that it serves equally for residential or contract use. 296 KING ST E 416 362 3434 BUROKLAUS.COM
Haworth
Haworth’s affinity for the “resimercial” (commercial–home hybrid) model defines its showroom. Discover adaptability with pops of colour and texture in their dashing task chairs, desk sets and storage options, courtesy of design stars Marcel Wanders, Jasper Morrison and Patricia Urquiola. Find that perfect vibe with innovations from Pablo lighting, Cappellini, Buzzispace and Janus et Cie. Task chairs with digital knits – bringing fashion to furniture – will liven up any boardroom. 55 UNIVERSITY AVE 416 363 3486 HAWORTH.COM
Humanscale
This LEED Gold–winning HQ houses a wealth of ergonomic and responsibly made desk chairs and LED task lamps. Quickstand Eco effortlessly creates an adjustable sit–stand workspace out of any surface, while Officeiq, an activity tracker integrated into chairs and desks, reminds users when it’s time to move. Check out chrome-free leather seating, mesh baskets that hide cable clutter, and chairs that automatically adjust tension to accommodate the user. 488 WELLINGTON ST W, 6TH FL 416 979 0470 HUMANSCALE.COM
Inscape
Founded in 1888, this furniture manufacturer makes future-focused products for businesses to move with the times. Its figure3-designed office is of-the-moment, with distinct residential-feeling zones (think pink tweed finishes) that show off storage, tables and seating. Its Rockit bench, a high-performing sit–stand workstation that offers pneumatic height adjustment, won Architectural Record’s Best Products of 2019. Revamp your workspace with desking, credenzas and electrified storage solutions. 220 BAY ST, 13TH FL 416 859 9566 BY APPT ONLY MYINSCAPE.COM
NUA Office
Residential is not forgotten despite NUA’S strengths in corporate and government contract furniture. Furnishings are produced by sibling manufacturers Allsteel, HBF Gunlocke and Hon in metal, textile and wood. Find movable glass partitions, privacy booths and sit–stand desks with app-programmable settings to remind you when it’s time to step it up. Normann Copenhagen, Vitra and Humanscale provide accessories. Fixed and automated furnishings for home and office work beautifully and are fashionable, comfortable and ergonomic. 366 ADELAIDE ST E, UNIT #150
601 0793 NUAOFFICE.COM
Steelcase Worklife Center
SWC’S open-concept space presents a plethora of innovative office solutions that will have you working away from the traditional desk – think meeting pods, collaborative chairs and lounge seating. The Flex Collection includes height-adjustable desks, portable screens and mobile power, allowing you to work virtually from anywhere. New partnerships with West Elm, Blu Dot and Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams result in workplaces that look and feel like home. 200 KING ST W, STE #2400 416 542 7700 STEELCASE.COM
Suite 22 Contract
This newly renovated showroom offers 1000 square metres of quality Italian furniture by Pedrali, Very Wood, Lacividina, Arrmet and Segis that tastefully bridges the residential– commercial divide. Alongside these table, desk, patio and lounge solutions, it is here that you will find the city’s largest chair gallery, with over 500 styles to choose from, and with a manufacturing facility on site, customization of in-house designs is at your fingertips. 160 BULLOCK DR, MARKHAM 905 554 6084 SUITE22.CA
+ More office furniture: Andreu World, Avenue Road, Casalife, Design Within Reach, Kiosk, Nirvana, Palazzetti, Resource Furniture, Selene, Studio b/plan b and Tusch.