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South Shore Furniture Introduces New Office Furniture Designed for Working-at-Home

Furniture World News Desk on 10/1/2020

The Helsy Collection.
The Helsy Collection.

South Shore Furniture, a manufacturing and e-commerce company, will unveil its brand new line of office products, South Shore Workplace, on the sidelines of the High Point Market – the largest home furnishings show in the world, to be held in October. To ensure everyone’s safety, South Shore Furniture will meet visitors at a virtual event on October 21 – and present a number of new items in all of its product categories.

Designed and manufactured by South Shore Furniture, the new Workplace line meets every need of today’s professional, working, at home or in the office.

“Demand for office furniture has soared in the past few months. Consumers have had to adapt quickly and set up a functional workspace in their homes. Our new line, which features charging stations, cord management systems, and ample multifunctional storage space, is suited for people working from home and small spaces,” said Nicole Basenach, Vice-president Consumer Experience at South Shore Furniture.

South Shore Workplace, in development for over a year, is the outcome of in-depth ethnographic research into new work practices: working from home, shared workspaces, the proliferation of start-ups, etc. The result: a complete product line that makes it easy to set up trendy, ergonomic workspaces tailored to the user.

‘’It’s the ideal combination of durability, style and affordability. In addition, products are packaged to withstand transport making them the perfect solution for e-commerce, omnichannel and curbside pickups,’’ said Nicole Basenach, Vice-president Consumer Experience at South Shore Furniture.

 

Five Collections Offer Something for Everyone

Each of the five collections in the South Shore Workplace product line – made up of computer desks, L‑shaped desks, file cabinets, credenzas, and height adjustable desks to switch from sitting to standing – is designed specifically for a certain type of work:

Helsy Collection – Efficiency was the focus when designing these pieces, featuring a Scandinavian inspired look and configuration, for professionals and entrepreneurs.

Kozack Collection – The furniture in the Kozack collection provides spacious work surfaces and functional configurations, along with a trendy contemporary look that’s ideal for professionals.

Talie Collection – Designed for people who host a lot of client meetings, this collection features a trendy bohemian look and multiple storage spaces – the perfect blend of style and functionality.

Zelia Collection – The furniture in this collection was designed with artists in mind. There’s enough space for both monitors and creative equipment, and the various pieces feature a contemporary eclectic look.

Majyta Collection – Ergonomics were top of mind when designing this collection – the various pieces help boost the user’s productivity and concentration as they work in comfort all day long.

 

Certified Quality

The entire South Shore Workplace product line was designed to meet ANSI/BIFMA performance standards for small offices and home offices. Furniture products that meet BIFMA safety and performance standards have been tested to repeatable and verifiable criteria intended to simulate expected use in a commercial or other identified environment.

“We want our clients to enjoy peace of mind, knowing they are buying a high quality, carefully tested product. Our BIFMA tested products come with a 10-year warranty and will last for many years. ” explained Nicole Basenach.

Details of the October 21 virtual event can be found on South Shore Furniture’s Partners website athttps://www.southshorepartners.ca/events. Aside from a number of new products in all categories, the company will take this opportunity to present its team, the latest news, and the latest trends that inspire its product development. Buyers can also contact their account specialist or the South Shore Furniture Partners team at partners@southshore.ca to make a virtual appointment.


 

About South Shore Furniture: South Shore Furniture, founded in 1940, was the first Canadian manufacturing company to specialize in online furniture sales. Its success hinges on a team of almost 1,000 employees working in 3 factories and 3 distribution centers across North America. South Shore Furniture offers a product line of over 1000 items in more than ten categories, including bedroom and office furniture, storage solutions, as well as furniture for the nursery and children’s rooms. This Canadian-based business is one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies (bestmanagedcompanies.ca).