The Fabric of Your Workspace

Regardless of whether your workplace encourages customer visits and interactions, having a decent place for people to sit is important.

Soft seating in collaborative spaces can turn a formalised meeting into an environment where everyone feels relaxed and ready to contribute ideas. It is also a fantastic way to add colour into an office or reception area and utilise company colours and branding. Many visitor chair options can accommodate fabric seat pads onto a moulded base.

There is also a range of products that allow you to brighten up a workspace with textural fabric wall features and acoustic panels with multidimensional effects. Bringing a little bit of home comfort into an office environment can do wonders for moral!

Fabric doesn’t have to mean difficult to clean or harbouring bacteria. Crypton is a common choice for the hospitality and healthcare industries. It is 100% recycled polyester and provides a permanent moisture barrier. It also provides stain resistance, odour control and microbial protection.

There are a multitude of options when considering applying soft furnishing elements into your workspace. So make comfort a priority and apply fabric elements as a key part in your next office revamp!

Soft Furnishings in the Workplace FAQs

Why are soft furnishings important in an office?
Soft furnishings help create a more comfortable and welcoming environment, encouraging people to relax, collaborate, and feel at ease, especially in meeting areas and reception spaces.

Are fabric finishes suitable for high-traffic workspaces?
Yes. Many modern upholstery fabrics, including commercial-grade options like Crypton, are designed for durability and are well suited to busy offices, hospitality, and healthcare environments.

Are fabric surfaces hard to clean or maintain?
Not necessarily. Performance fabrics such as Crypton are stain resistant, easy to clean, and offer moisture barriers, odour control, and antimicrobial protection.

Can soft seating support branding and design?
Absolutely. Upholstered seating, wall panels, and acoustic features can incorporate brand colours, textures, and finishes, helping reinforce identity while adding visual warmth.

Do soft furnishings help with acoustics?
Yes. Fabric wall features, acoustic panels, and upholstered furniture can reduce noise and echo, creating a calmer, more focused workspace.

Where should soft furnishings be used in an office?
They work well in reception areas, breakout spaces, collaborative zones, waiting areas, and informal meeting spaces where comfort and connection are key.