Trends in the Office: Recycled Wood

Most people are familiar with the huge push over recent years to recycle materials like plastic, aluminum, glass, and paper. While most of these recycled items are essentially trash and cannot be used as is, there is one type of recyclable that is making waves in the office design industry: Recycled Wood.

Taken from old barns or fences, the recycled wood is a wonderful way to give an office a rustic look. It can also be combined with more modern furniture to create an interesting harmony of old and new.

If you’re interested in adding recycled wood to your office, you should look past your local hardware store and contact local carpenters or furniture shops. If you want a little help, one company, Turning House Furniture, has their pieces in showrooms throughout the country for your convenience.

Let’s look at a few projects that have used recycled wood:

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