Showing posts with label Table design. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Table design. Show all posts

Wednesday, March 19, 2014

Designing Large Conference Tables That Work

Large v-shaped conference table made to seat a crowd. With embedded logo made in USA by Franz.
Large conference tables are one of our specialties. We’ve built tables all the way up to 35 feet long, for 35 people. (A rule of thumb is you can seat the same number of people as the table is long.)

Among the clients we’ve provided with oversized tables are Lockheed Martin and several military and government facilities.

Designing a large table
One of the important questions we consider when designing a large table is the type of material. If you’d like to use a wood veneer, we advise you that some of our pre-finished veneers come in standard size sheets. This means the tabletop will need to be built in more sections, which leads to more seams and higher costs.

That’s why we ask an extensive array of questions to determine how the table will be used. Your answers help us identify the size and materials that will work best. And we can recommend alternatives you’d have no way of finding out about through casual online research.

Table shape matters
The shape of the table and configuration of power and data modules are also key points we walk you through. How can we make it comfortable for a large number of people to interact and conduct business around a table?

For instance, you can fit two more people around a racetrack table than a rectangular shape. And a V-shaped table will give a clearer view to everyone in a large group.

What kind of technology will your company need? Microphones? Videoconferencing modules? Presentation capabilities? We’ll help you decide. And if made in USA is important you, your table will be created at our design and production studio in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Bob Franz, San Francisco Bay Area designer of large conference tables
Bob Franz, Design Director

Let us answer your questions about the size and features of a large conference table that will best suit your office. Email or call Bob Franz at 415.883.9500, ext. 14. 


Tuesday, June 11, 2013

Have It Your Way - Why A Custom Conference Table



A Franz conference table is known for the integrity of its design -- attractive and ergonomically sound. Its rugged, self-protective edge and sturdy construction are matched by the integrity of the service we put behind all our products.

The Franz conference table brings to your company an investment that will last, and serve your directors, management and clients, as well as supporting the decisions which are made upon it.

Our philosophy is great custom design shows, both in the beauty of the piece and the perfect functionality it brings to your business. Ask how we can create something special for you. Creative solutions to tight budgets are our specialty.

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Monday, November 26, 2012

TImeless Original -- Our Boat-Shaped Custom Conference Table

Through 25 years of producing custom conference tables, there has been one that has a track record of being timeless. Boardroom furniture, coordinating conference chairs, complimentary office/conference furniture such as conference credenzas, visual aid boards, and video conference accessories provide a contemporary look and leaving the typical wood bull nose edge tables to be re-considered. As you can see with this conference table, mahogany with a brushed aluminum inset stripe puts a nice sophisticated look to a  boardroom environment. Rich, quite a statement, but beyond all that, extremely functional.

The power and data accessories installed in this custom conference table was a pioneer move by this company. The base structure of our tables allows for retro-fits in the future. Our bases all have access panels for ease of added power and data modules and have access from and to the other bases to prevent those ugly wires seen by the people within the boardroom itself.

Office layouts are extremely important for productivity but a collection of people in a boardroom adds a twist to the  focus ability of the subjects at hand for some people. When people loose interest or get distracted they start getting fidgety, many times picking and scratching that edge on the table. The Franz design group's unique edge look and mainly production style results in tables that have proven to be timeless. these tables that are 20 years old or more look like they are new. Say that about a wooden edge table! Doesn't happen unless it's there for all show and no go.
http:/www.customconferencetables.com

Wednesday, November 21, 2012

Unusual T-Shaped Custom Board Room Table

Franz Design Group has done it again...producing a custom conference table to fulfill the needs of a company's way of doing business. After more than 25 years of specializing in making conference tables, our family run business has got it down. Not not only do we work with the end user to suggest design/ power and data needs, we also work with the IT people, contractors, electrical people...anyone involve in getting the job done.

Our latest client also wanted a "credenza" style piece to compliment the conference table. This piece had special needs. Component racks where needed and smoked glass doors where added to minimize their presence. Very attractive and another very satisfied customer.

http:/franzconferencetables.com.

Friday, November 2, 2012

Customize Your Conference Table with a Logo

We have noticed of late that the number of custom conference tables we've made have included a company logo.

When one thinks about our hi-tech world and the importance of the internet to all of us, it started to make sense that the more you put your name or image in front of person, they are more likely to remember you.

Having a company logo in a conference table not only puts the conference table in another class but it's right in front of your nose -- an image that someone takes with them when they are no longer sitting at the table. It's the old adage , "A picture is worth a thousand words."

With that, I will just say, take a look at a few of our logo tables below and on our logo customizations page.

Monday, October 22, 2012

US Government Pride -- Logo Conference Tables

With the Franz Design Group GSA Contract, we have the opportunity to design and build specialty custom conference tables for the government.

Many of these conference tables include a logo. Seems the different divisions take a lot of pride within the department and want to display their own identification logo. These conference tables in most cases have required power and data installed to handle those specific needs of that unit.

The government departments take advantage of our variety of shapes, as well as the logo and technology options. 

Learn more here about our GSA-approved conference tables.

Tuesday, September 11, 2012

Abstract Modern Board Room Table for San Jose Tech Museum


Talk about modern design! We were asked to design a custom board room table for the Tech Museum in San Jose, California.

To start, the client sent us photos of the surrounding environment and we came up with this abstract, modern custom conference table.

The table tied together with all the colors in the room, and reflected the innovative, creative vibe of the museum.

It was great fun to design the table, and it opened the door to many other projects for the museum once they saw our capabilities.

With a practically infinite number of materials available to us and decades of experience working with them, the sky's the limit on Franz furniture designs.

Let us help you create a show-stopper for your company.

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Friday, September 7, 2012

A timeless table

Probably our most successful table over the last 10 years. Mahogany, Reverse Styledge, brushed aluminum inset stripe and all the other furniture to match in this boardroom. Custom conference tables with power and data per requirements, video conferencing accessories, and matching conference furnitue to match add to make a great. working environment. Ad a logo and custom conference table that has become a stand conference table becomes a unique custom conference table for a client.

http://www.franzconferencetables.com

Thursday, September 6, 2012

Start-ups in Silicon Valley & SF Go For Hi-Tech Conference Table Designs

There has been much start-up activity in our area lately. And many newcomers, especially in San Francisco and Silicon Valley, are hi-tech.

The personalities of these companies often mimic those of the founders. So it's great when the boardroom table / conference table reflects that edgy, creative vibe.


Our recent custom conference table designs include this modern glass and metallic look. Need your office decor to communicate concepts like hi-tech, cutting edge and innovative? Ask us how.

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Wednesday, September 5, 2012

Last process before production

During our process with a client wanting a custom conference table/boardroom table, we go through a number of steps. Obviously, the first is interest from a potential client that's looking for a specific conference table. Most of the time clients believe they know what they want, but when dialog starts with questions from our staff, it is quickly learned on their part that the thought process needs more time.
There are needs to deal with IT people to clarify exactly what is needed as far as power/data video conferencing accessories, etc. Making sure the conference room layout takes into account that there is electrical, power and data  and video available with relationship to the placement of the table. The size of the table is also verified along with the requested number of people and exactly what they need. Once 90% of the office boardroom layout is complete, our cad production department does a three "D" rendering of the table. This conceptional drawing was Franz Design Group's idea nearly 10 years ago. Specifically to put the client at ease and also to eliminate any surprises when the table and all the support office furniture arrives.
This is a good examle of an actuall custom conference table fabricated which included logos and a special undermount control computer at one end of the table.
http://www.franzconferencetables.com
 

Wednesday, August 22, 2012

Conference table logo

Conference room furniture can be turned into a proud display on the company by putting company logos in conference tables, visual aid boards, or other office furniture. check out some of the many we have done!
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Monday, August 20, 2012

Design Twist on Boardroom Table for Hi-Tech Client

One of our hi-tech clients wanted a subtle design twist for their boardroom table. Sometimes boardroom furniture needs to really say "different."

Together, we chose an extremely nice veneer, with a special metal stripe and a matching base finish. It puts the conference table a notch above the off-the-rack look.

Boat-shaped boardroom table, metal stripe -- pictured in our shop

Like all of our made-to-order furniture, this table was designed and crafted in our Northern California shop. We're proud to say our quality products are made in the USA.

View more custom designs in our boardroom table gallery, and get inspired!

Friday, August 17, 2012

Conference Room Furniture



Franz Design Group has expanded it's designs to further fit the needs of companies. Offices have changed over the years but the boardroom has always maintained it's prominence in the company office environment.conference tables in today's world have evolved to handle the fast pace in which we work. Power and data..video-conferencing needs...large unique shape tables to accommodate the personality of a company have been achieved by the Franz Design Group with it's styles and abilities to do so.
Something to think about! Thoughts that a person has after a visit to a company, with regards to it's environment, is how the boardroom fit the needs of that meeting!  
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Thursday, July 26, 2012

Custom Office Furniture


Franz Design Group makes it easy to buy the office furniture you need.

Custom Conference tables available in four edge designs, five distinctive shapes, and a variety of wood, glass, bamboo and laminate finishes. If you need a custom design, please call - we're committed to providing you the best possible solution to meet your specific needs.

Our unique, incredibly durable Reverse Styledge (TM) (shown here in black laminate) makes a powerful design statement.

Our office is located in the San Francisco Bay area, California, USA
Made in America
We ship globally
Quickship tables are available 

Franz Design Group
Phone: 415-458- 8800


Monday, July 23, 2012

Frosted Glass High Tech Video Conferencing Table

FRANZ DESIGN GROUP
COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN DRAWING
FOR A PROPOSED CUSTOM TABLE


Computer generated rendering of a proposed high tech glass table with brushed aluminum bases.  The frosted glass is edged with our unique edge to protect the table and chairs. Custom video conferencing ports, wire management and microphones are designed within the table.




Special services for architects and designers.

The Franz Design Group
83 Hamilton Drive Suite 104, Novato, Ca. 94949
415.883.9500

FRANZ DESIGN GROUP CONFERENCE TABLES

FRANZ DESIGN GROUP
CONFERENCE TABLE BLOG
SCIOS PROJECT
Custom Conference Table + Cabinets



NAME OF CONFERENCE TABLE PROJECT:  Scios
SIZE OF TABLE: 60” x 192”
TABLE FINISH: Maple Veneer w/ Black Border & Runner down center
TABLE EDGE: Reverse Styledge
TABLE SHAPE: Racetrack
VIDEO CONFERENCING TABLE ACCESSORIES: 4-Altinex TNP 124,  4 TNP121, 9 Shure Mx 398 mic
SPECIAL FEATURES: Custom Video Conference Center w/Video wall unit for components and storage. Custom chair rails to match along with custom corner cabinets.


Special services for architects and designers.


The Franz Design Group
83 Hamilton Drive Suite 104, Novato, Ca. 94949
415.883.9500

Lockheed Martin Conference Table Designed for Video Conferencing


We designed this beautiful wild cherry laminate conference table for  Lockheed Martin.




Table dimensions:  60” x 240”
Finish: Wild Cherry HPL
Table edge: Reverse Styledge/ 3” black border w/ runner
Table shape:  Boat shape
Special features: Black runner designed down the center of the table camouflages the video conferencing ports.

 See our list of satisfied clients, view our gallery of custom conference table designs or table finishes and edge details for customizing a table.

633D Special Forces Squadron Conference Table

CONFERENCE TABLE BLOG 
GALLERY OF RECENT PROJECTS
633D Special Forces Squadron Conference Table




NAME OF CONFERENCE TABLE PROJECT: 633D Special Forces Squadron
SIZE OF TABLE: 60” x 16”
TABLE FINISH: Bronze Ribbon Mahogany
TABLE EDGE: Reverse Styledge
TABLE SHAPE: Boomerang
VIDEO CONFERENCING ACCESSORIES: DATA MODULE 3 FG 4-12
SPECIAL FEATURES: Custom Logo Inlay 



Special services for architects and designers.

The Franz Design Group
83 Hamilton Drive Suite 104, Novato, Ca. 94949
415.883.9500
>From Outside California 877.594.9160
Fax 415.883.9002


CONFERENCE TABLE BLOG GALLERY CUSTOM TABLE FOR GEORGIO FOODS

CONFERENCE TABLE BLOG GALLERY
CUSTOM TABLE FOR GEORGIO FOODS



NAME OF CONFERENCE TABLE PROJECT: Georgio Foods
SIZE OF TABLE: 36” x 48” 120”
TABLE FINISH: Wood, Premium Maple Veneer with inlaid details
TABLE EDGE: Reverse Styledge ( Black Hpl )
TABLE SHAPE: Combination Boat - Convex
VIDEO CONFERENCING ACCESSORIES: MODULE: FG 4-12 Data Port 

SPECIAL DESIGN FEATURES: ½” Double Inlaid Stripes detail designed to match contour of table



Special services for architects and designers.



The Franz Design Group
83 Hamilton Drive Suite 104, Novato, Ca. 94949
415.883.9500
>From Outside California 877.594.9160
Fax 415.883.9002