Ancillary Lounge Soft Seating

Ancillary is a term used to describe a variety of informal office furniture and accessories that support multiple postures (like sitting, perching, lounging, and standing). In contrast to standard furniture categories like desks, task chairs, and casegoods that are typically found throughout an office in defined parts of the floorplan, ancillary furniture is more for “in-between spaces,” such as lounges, enclaves, lobbies, patios, work cafes, and informal collaborative areas. It also includes lighting solutions and accessories that help to brand a space and make it feel more welcoming.

Ancillary furniture includes:

– Lounge chairs, stools, benches, sofas, and side chairs

– End tables, coffee tables and bistro tables

– Lighting and accessories

Today's employees can work from anywhere, at any time. As a result, many businesses are creating "third places," such as a coffee shop or a hotel lobby, that are more informal and have a "third place" feel. From cafés to lounge seating, outdoor furniture, and enclaves, these forms of casual workspaces are becoming increasingly popular in workplace design.

Residential influence

A need for comfort in the office is one of the primary factors driving the shift toward supplementary spaces. Rather with the formality of more formal workstations, supplementary locations frequently feature a domestic vibe and a more comfortable ambience.

Organizations are recognizing the importance of providing opportunities for employees to rest and recharge, and ancillary settings are an important part of that effort.

Supporting multiple work styles and creating a culture of choice is becoming increasingly vital as firms manage up to five generations at once. Companies that supply ancillary areas are responding by providing a number of options and allowing employees to work where they are most inspired.

Community & Relationships

As the importance of informal, spontaneous gatherings and creative collaboration grows, ancillary settings that help establish a sense of community are gaining momentum.

Employees are looking for a more comfortable, adaptable, and social work environment, which has pushed ancillary areas to the center of office architecture.