Often, less is more in life, and office design is no exception. Minimalist office design reduces visual noise and mental clutter, allowing you and your team to focus on the stuff that matters. With the help of Benhar Office Interiors, you can create an office that exudes calm, cool, and collected. We’ll discuss your goals, visit your space, and work with your budget so you can confidently furnish an easy-breezy space you’re proud to work in.
Minimalism is more framework, less roadmap. With our keen design eye on your side, Benhar Office Interiors will work with you to define the practical purposes of your space and then use the tenets of minimalism to finalize your vision.
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Basics of Minimalist Office Design |
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Principle |
The Details |
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Simplicity |
Clean, simple lines, geometric shapes, and monochromatic color palettes invite visitors to relax and focus in the space |
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Openness |
Airy, natural spaces with lots of light are a breath of fresh air, circumventing stuffy office spaces of the past |
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Function |
Everything in minimalist designs has a defined purpose to reduce visual clutter without sacrificing utility |
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Organization |
Minimalist spaces rely on thoughtful organization, so every item you need is within arm’s reach and easy to put away in a safe place |
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Craftsmanship |
When you take away the frills of more intricate design styles, you’re left with fine details and exquisite craftsmanship meant to stand the test of time |
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User-friendliness |
Minimalist designs center the user by establishing an intuitive floor plan and built-in technology that work with you––not against you |
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Negative space |
Embracing open and unused space as a design feature can be more budget-friendly and timeless |
Like any creative pursuit, designing a minimalist office space demands careful consideration and often an expert’s touch. At Benhar Office Interiors, we work closely with our clients to ensure every corner of their space gets the attention it deserves.
A monochromatic community space in Centerview’s California office, furnished by Benhar.
We love a good mood board. During our consults, we’ll ask questions, review your brand assets, and discuss your priorities to create a board that encapsulates your vision. During this process, we’ll present you with a few color palettes to make your space uniquely yours.
Keep in mind that minimalism is more than all-beige everything; it’s simple, not boring. Love different shades of greens? We’ll build a monochromatic palette centered on your favorite shade. Prefer bold reds? Our sister organization, Distinctive Office Interiors, can paint you an accent wall to liven up the space. They offer flooring solutions as well.
A long conference table surrounded by minimalist black conference chairs in the New York Bankers Association office, furnished by Benhar.
We’re the quarterbacks of this stage. After you’ve finalized your overarching vision for the space and signed off on your mood board, our experts will source stylish, high-quality furnishings to fill in the blanks.
See a chair you love, but the fabric isn’t quite right? We can work with our manufacturers to fully customize it to match your palette. Love the shape of a conference table but would prefer it in a different material? Our longstanding relationships with top furniture brands give us the flexibility to browse their showrooms and envision all the possibilities alongside you so you order exactly what you want and nothing less.
For minimalist office designs, focus on clean, sharp lines, avoiding anything too visually heavy or ornate. Geometric shapes have a place but should be used sparingly and follow a consistent motif.
Here are some of our favorite minimalist furniture pieces:
Herman Miller Eames Molded Chair
Knoll Pixel T-Leg Tables
Knoll Antenna Fence Workstation
See something you like? Contact us to learn more.
A minimalist office space with lots of storage in Brightstar Capital’s New York office, furnished by Benhar.
Minimalism invites you to reflect on your priorities and focus on intentionality in your space. You’ll want to declutter the office, inventory your most used belongings, and survey your workforce on their everyday needs.
At this point, you’ll be in a good position to understand your storage requirements, which we’ll use to shop for closets, drawer systems, and workstation setups that serve as the cherry on top for your final design. Every item should have a place to be easily stashed, leaving you with a clean, clutter-free work surface you’re excited to return to.
Here are some of our favorite storage solutions:
Knoll Antenna Hybrid Storage System
Herman Miller Nelson Miniature Chest of Drawers
A minimalist office kitchen with a few curated decor items on open shelves at OXO’s New York office, furnished by Benhar.
For decor, focus on functional art and natural elements, like sound-dampening tools and low-maintenance plants. Herman Miller has a wide range of acoustic products that offer plenty of freedom to select a fabric within your color palette. Acoustic products often hang from the ceiling or separate workspaces, creating visual depth and intrigue without taking away from the minimalist vibe.
Looking for something different? We’ll share lookbooks from hundreds of partner brands to further inspire you.
At Benhar Office Interiors, we meet you where you are. Some of our clients come to us with an easily defined aesthetic, while others need some coaching to tease through their big ideas. Our process is customized to your budget and timeline, so you don’t have to worry about taking time away from your business during an ongoing remodeling project. Our interior construction services go hand-in-hand with any size office refresh. Whether you need a trained eye for minor electrical improvements or you need to break up the space with architectural walls, we’ll ensure your office is a place you and your team feel good in.
Interested in other design styles? Our design resource group is happy to schedule a call at your convenience.