Florida Energy Company Stretches Office Updates Budget for Better Results With NBF Signature Series Collection

Before the pandemic, this energy company had a patchwork of mismatched desks—functional but far from cohesive. With employees returning to the office, they saw an opportunity to create a workspace that felt more professional and polished.

The problem? When they first started shopping, high-end furniture brands made it seem like they’d have to blow their entire budget just to replace the desks, leaving the rest of the space untouched. What’s more? Many furniture options on the market lacked variety and, most importantly, durability.

They explored several major furniture brands but found the designs uninspiring, rigid and not built to withstand the demands of their work environment.

The General Manager, who led the office furnishing efforts, described his frustrations, stating “we went to a lot of the major brands, and it was just boring, straightforward stuff. Everything was the same—no real options for customizing an office. Plus, many of the options we found just didn’t seem built to last.”

It was crucial to this customer that their office furniture wasn’t just aesthetically pleasing but also strong enough to endure daily use. They also wanted to maximize their budget to ensure they got the most bang for their buck.

The Solution: National Business Furniture’s Signature Series: District Collection

While researching options from other well-known brands, the customer found National Business Furniture, and, more specifically NBF’s Signature Series District Collection.

What stood out first to them was the ability to mix and match pieces to create different office setups within the same furniture line—and the prices. Reflecting on the experience, the General Manager said their first thought was that NBF’s prices were too good to be true. To put things into perspective, the customer could outfit their entire office for what they were quoted to outfit one office with other brands.

They decided to start small and order one District desk to test the quality of the furniture before committing.

Right out of the box, the customer could tell that Signature Series delivered the quality the needed at a cost they could feel good about. The quality of the furniture immediately impressed the team. The team assembled one of the pieces and put it through the rigor of testing—and they could instantly recognize the craftsmanship and durability of NBF’s commercial-grade materials.

“I can’t tell you how many times we’ve put together furniture that looks nice but just doesn’t hold up. This was completely different—the build quality, the sturdiness, it’s obvious that NBF’s furniture is meant to last. Our team was really impressed,” the General Manager added.

With their concerns put to rest, they placed a full-office order, choosing pieces from the District Collection. The collection’s sleek design and commercial-grade durability ensured they were getting furniture that not only looked great but could also handle the wear and tear of daily use.

“With NBF, each office could have its own touch within the same line. Everything else we were finding was very limited in creativity and options, but NBF did well with that,” said the General Manager.

The Outcome: A Complete Office Transformation at a Fraction of the Expected Cost

By partnering with NBF, the customer successfully furnished their office with high-quality, adaptable pieces that met their aesthetic, functional and durability needs. The team was able to create an environment that felt unique to them and professional, all while staying within budget.

When asked about giving advice to others who are upgrading their office, the General Manager said,
“I would say to find you guys because of the flexibility and the fact that each office can have its own touch while staying within the same line….NBF gave us better quality [than other brands], more variety and incredible value.”

What’s more? The company was so pleased with the product that when they renovated another office building, they outfitted it similarly with products from the District collection.

Next Steps

As the company continues to grow, NBF remains a trusted partner for expanding and refining their office spaces. Whether adding more workstations or upgrading collaborative areas, they know they have a reliable resource for quality, commercial-grade furniture.