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Design Meets Sustainability: C+A Design Chooses Refurbished Height-Adjustable Desks

Ida Gorecka • April 8, 2025

When Design Professionals Choose Refurbished Office Furniture

When leading architectural practiceC+A Design needed to outfit their office for incoming staff, Managing Director Adam Slade faced a challenge familiar to many businesses: how to create a professional and comfortable workspace without compromising on quality or sustainability.


After spotting our premium refurbished height-adjustable desks, Adam reached out directly to explore how Coggin SOS could help their firm achieve the perfect balance of function, aesthetics, and environmental responsibility. C+A Design, known for their innovative approach to architectural solutions (visit their portfolio at https://www.cad-ltd.co.uk/), was looking for office furniture that would reflect their creative standards.


The brief was clear - create a professional workspace that would impress new starters while demonstrating the firm's commitment to sustainable practices. For a design business that helps clients create inspiring spaces every day, their own office environment needed to reflect their values and expertise.

Timely Installation: Office Ready Before Deadline

The comprehensive workspace solution our team at Coggin SOS delivered included:


  • 15 premium refurbished height-adjustable desks
  • 15 professionally refurbished pedestals for storage
  • Removal and recycling of outdated furniture at no additional cost


With new team members joining shortly, timing was absolutely critical. While new office furniture typically comes with 8-12 week lead times, our refurbished solutions were ready when C+A Design needed them. Not only did we meet the agreed installation date, we actually delivered a day ahead of schedule.


As part of our complete circular economy approach, we also removed their old office furniture for recycling at no additional cost - a service that eliminated the hassle of disposal while enhancing the project's ESG goals.


Click here to learn more about the circular economy and how it could benefit your office furniture projects.

Architecture Meets the Circular Economy

For C+A Design, the benefits were immediately clear:


  • Total cost savings of £7,710 compared to buying new 
  •  2,138 kg COâ‚‚ reduction - equivalent to powering 930 UK houses for a day!
  • Complete removal and recycling of outdated furniture with zero-landfill commitment
  • Professional-grade adjustable furniture meeting exacting design standards

The Ultimate Endorsement: Design Professionals Choose Refurbished

Following installation, Adam's satisfaction confirmed what we already knew-refurbished office furniture meets even the most discerning professional standards. When design experts choose refurbished, it's the ultimate endorsement.


This project demonstrates how style-conscious firms can adopt circular economy principles without compromise. Through our partnership, C+A Design proved that refurbished office furniture delivers across all important metrics:


  • Professional-grade quality 
  • Sustainable practices that align with green targets
  • Cost-effective solutions that protect budgets
  • Efficient delivery and installation that meets deadlines

Want to Follow C+A Design's Lead?

What does it say when design professionals, who make aesthetic and functional decisions for a living, choose refurbished furniture for their own office? It speaks volumes. C+A Design could have chosen any solution, but they prioritised quality, sustainability, and value. 


As you plan your next office refresh, ask yourself: if refurbished premium office furniture meets the exacting standards of design professionals, isn't it time to reconsider what's possible for your workspace? 


Contact Coggin SOS today and find out why those who know design best are choosing refurbished.

What to Do with Your Old Office Furniture: 5 Sustainable and Cost Friendly Solutions

By Ida Gorecka • April 14, 2025
Every business eventually faces the same issue-what to do with old office furniture? Whether you're upgrading, downsizing, or simply refreshing your workspace, the fate of your redundant office furniture matters. Instead of sending it straight to landfill , there are smarter , more cost-effective ways to manage it. By making the right choices, you can save money, align with your company's ESG goals, and do your part to support the circular economy . Here are five easy and sustainable solutions to help you responsibly manage your old office furniture. Want to learn more about sustainable office furniture options and how they can save you money and time? Get in touch with us at Coggin SOS today.

Quality Assurance in Refurbished Office Furniture: What Standards Should You Expect as a Facilities Manager?

By Ida Gorecka • April 9, 2025
Did you know premium office chairs are designed to last 15+ years, yet most are replaced every 5 ? As a facilities manager balancing workspace planning, budget, and sustainability goals, you're constantly challenged to deliver quality affordably. What if you could cut furniture costs in half without compromising quality or ESG targets? Today's refurbished office furniture isn't what you might imagine. Modern refurbishment transforms quality second-hand pieces to look and perform like new, while saving money and reducing your carbon footprint. How can you ensure you're getting genuine quality when choosing refurbished pieces? Let's break down what you should expect when sourcing second-hand office furniture for your next project.

Digital Passports for Office Furniture: How Blockchain Is Making Circular Economy Tracking Possible

By Ida Gorecka • April 3, 2025
Have you ever wondered where your office chair came from, what it's made of, or where it will go when you're finished using it? More and more organisations around the world are now taking advantage of Digital Product Passports (DPPs) and blockchain technology to track office furniture throughout its entire lifecycle, completely changing how we manage these everyday items. The old "buy, use, dispose" approach is fading as companies begin to recognise both the environmental and financial benefits of office furniture lifecycle tracking . And with new EU regulations like the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) which took effect in July 2024, this shift is becoming necessary for compliance. This technology gives you clear insight into your office furniture's lifecycle journey, helping you make better decisions about what you buy, how you maintain it, and when it's time to responsibly move on. Read on to see how tracking where your office furniture comes from and where it goes, is becoming a wise business choice that pays off in multiple ways.
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