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Frankie Bar Table at restaurant.

Revitalizing the Phoenix Skyline โ€” A Collaborative Interior Design Journey at the Punchcard Building

…art component adds an extra layer of allure to the space, captivating all who enter. Show Photo Details The design team chose to showcase Grand Rapids Chair Company’s furniture in…

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Alfred Chairs in hospitality space.

Hospitality

…and provide the comfort and support needed for work. Alongside hotels, arenas are working to create world-class sports and entertainment destinations. As a leading commercial furniture manufacturer, we offer comprehensive…

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Black Leo chairs in retro diner.

Modern Restaurant Furniture, Meet This Designer

Modern Restaurant Furniture, Meet This Designer Industrial designer and West Michigan native Joey Ruiter teamed up with Grand Rapids Chair Company for the third consecutive year for a bold new…

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Restaurant with Sherman Chairs.

Loro’s New Location in Dallas Blends Asian Smokehouse & Texas Cookout

…cocktails, including a sake or gin and tonic slushee! Loro’s vibe is “casual and communal” so there are lots of long communal tables and a long line of booths against…

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Shades of Hugh โ€” The New Wood Restaurant Chair

…maximum strength. The spindles in the back are also screwed from the bottom of the seat. For added comfort, the seat also has a small saddle. To complete the dashing…

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Row of leather Harper A-Frame Chairs.

Cocktails & Design: A Look at Our Favorite Distillery

…The leather adds a cozy, lived-in feel while the quartz pedestal tables and mid-century-inspired Andy Communal Table keep things sleek. An additional lounge space, complete with the mid-century leather couch…

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Row of Half Hurdle Stools.

Ugmonkโ€™s New Location Centers Minimal Design and Coffee Culture

…connect, and celebrate design together over fresh espresso. The company, Ugmonk, is a minimalist design company crafting artful and functional objects such as office accessories, organizational tools, and notebooks, with…

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Grand Rapids chair employee welding chair.

4 Questions to Ask Your Restaurant Furniture Manufacturer

…if the quality will be up to snuff. At the same time, a quality manufacturing company will be willing to work with your timeline, create schedules that meet your needs…

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Frankie Bar Table at restaurant.

Base Maintenance Tips for Your Restaurant Tables

…maintaining the life of your commercial furniture comes with proper maintenance, right down to the bases. To ensure you are maximizing the life and usage of your tables, here are…

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Sadie II Barstools with orange legs.

Meet The Vegan Chain Leading the Way for Plant-based Restaurants

…is complete. Communal tables anchor the dining space while a separate counter accommodates take out orders. When guests enter, they’ll notice that the color palette seems to take cues from…

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Harper Chairs with Orbit Tables

Which Table Is Right For you?

…for single patrons or large parties and can make accommodating two or three diners a bit odd or uncomfortable. Communal Tables Pro: Communal tables are becoming more and more popular…

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Sherman Chairs in entrance to restaurant.

This Mississippi Restaurant is Serving ’90s Fantasy with a Side of Guac

…to learn how she brought the space to life. Show Photo Details Can you tell us a little bit about Ferriss & Company? We’re actually one of the only commercial…

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Restaurant with black Hugh chairs.

This Garage Turned Cafรฉ Gets A Dramatic Update

…inviting community environment they envisioned. The Hugh Chair’s traditional yet modernized aesthetic helps bring the Lynhall vision of community and creativity to life. For more installations featuring Hugh check out…

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Alfred Barstools at restaurant bar.

Margaritas, Murals, and a Mexico City Modern Vibe at Azotea Cantina

…with two floors of space for food, friends, and fun! Alejandra Dunphy (A-D) Design Studio, Fernando Garcia of FG Architecture, and owner Diego Velasquez teamed up with David Chiem at…

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Restaurant with Sadie II Chairs and Barstools.

Sparrows Coffee & Tea’s New Look is Dreamy, Modern, and Pink

…us here at Grand Rapids Chair Company. Of course, we have to talk about those adorable Sadie chairs and barstools. The pink color looks absolutely lush on those wider legs,…

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Restaurant bar with Bentwood Stools.

A Grocery Storeโ€™s Saving Grace: The Groceraunt

…you’ll find Sadie Chairs finished in Ink Black frames and a smooth Honey wood finish, an ideal combination with the durable and polished concrete floors and industrial finishes. Outside, citrus-hued…

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Row of Reece Chairs in university dining space.

HERE Atlanta’s Luxury Student Housing Has Everything a Student Needs

…apartment, you can also take advantage of the community kitchens which have extra seating and counter space. We haven’t even talked about the actual apartments yet, which come in an…

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Aerial view of round wood table with cocktails.

Better Than LVL: Our 2 Best Table Alternatives

…identical, here are a few more reasons why we love the laminate option: Built to last. Laminate offers superior durability to just about any surface. It resists dings, dents, and…

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Sherman Chairs in restaurant setting

Welcome to da Gama, Houston’s New Indian and Portuguese Canteen

…where a long list of natural and organic wines or decadent cocktails are available. We would love to be sitting on their patio right now, with its bright yellow commercial…

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Collection of Reece Chairs.

Looking to the Past for New Product Inspiration – Interview with John Kaloustian

…Kaloustian, an accomplished industrial designer from Detroit, designed Reece for commercial dining spaces. Reece features a separate wood seat and back, steel frame, and exposed mechanisms like bolts and fasteners….

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Bentwood Chairs at Workshop Food Court.

Things Designers Know: Restaurant Chair Height, Table and Chair Distance & More

…for each person. How wide should a restaurant chair be? Commercial dining chairs should always be a minimum 16″ wide. Most of our chairs are 16-18″ wide for maximum comfort,…

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5 Tips to Modernize Your University Cafeteria

…evolve into one of the most dynamic spaces on campus, from the seamless integration of technology to mixed-use settings and creative color combinations, we share our top 5 tips for…

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Leather Harper Chairs with Spartan Tables

Everything You Need to Know About Our Tables In One Post

…works best in which space, it shows off some our favorite square, round, and communal tables. Solid Wood Table Trends When it comes to restaurant tables, you just can’t beat…

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Harper Lounge Chairs in social space.

A Delightfully Designed Coworking Space by Beauty Shoppe

…stood out was Beauty Shoppe’s astute awareness of community. While many coworking brands choose to build community within their own four walls, Beauty Shoppe is offering a different approach by…

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