Shop Smart: Affordable Reception Desks of 2015

Reception area makeover projects can be costly if you don't shop smart! Lucky for you, The Office Anything blog is here to help. In today's post we'll highlight awesome reception desks that won't break your budget. With best selling models available here from brands like Mayline, OFM, and Cherryman Industries, taking your guest welcoming area to the next level is easier than ever.

First up, this all new Medina series reception desk from Mayline. The MNRS station is available in 2015 for $1207.99. This 87 1/4" wide unit is one of the largest on the market at this price point. The MNRS Medina station features laminate surfaces that are complimented by a glass transaction counter and silver metal accents. This popular reception desk is available in 5 quick shipping finish options. Rest assured, this is one of the absolute best modern reception desks of the year at this price point. Lots of great storage components and matching furnishings are available to further accent your space.


Mayline has done big things in 2015. It simply wouldn't be fair to highlight just one of their new reception desks. This year, Mayline enhanced their popular Aberdeen collection with the addition of gray steel woodgrain laminate reception desks. Available starting at just $656.99, you'll have plenty of funds left over to add matching storage pedestals, file cabinets, and much more. These rectangular reception desks come standard with plexi transaction screens that will no doubt wow your office guests. If you're looking to make first impressions count without breaking the bank, give this trendy welcoming stations a look.

When it comes to affordable reception desks, OFM knows their stuff! Their Marque collection has been on the best sellers list for the past 4 years. Marque series modern reception desk models like the 55290 are available in 3 finish options starting at just $993.99. Marque reception desks feature curved fronts that look great from any angle. Looking to plan ahead for future growth? These modular stations can be added-on to with ADA compliant sections, as well as full sized stations to maximize your square footage. OFM offers matching low wall cabinets and desk pedestal options designed to help keep your receptionist well organized and effective. Leave no doubt, an OFM reception desk like the 55290 will turn your waiting area into an impressive interior designed to capture the attention of your valued visitors the moment they walk in the door.


This year Cherryman Industries has been primarily focused on their all new iDesk seating collection. With all the praise their new chairs have received, you may have missed some of the top rated reception desk solutions this highly respected brand has to offer. We present to you the Verde series VL-816. This ultra modern station looks unlike anything available on the market today. At just $731.00 you'll enjoy a choice of espresso and latte finish options. The VL-816 is further enhanced with a white transaction counter, arched side walls, and silver metal accent trim.

Last but certainly not least, no article on shopping smart for office reception desks would be complete without highlighting one of the hot models Offices To Go has to offer. As a sister company of Global Total Office, a high end furniture manufacturer specializing in made to order products, Offices To Go furniture offers top notch craftsmanship and attention to detail. OTG reception desk solutions like the SL-O come standard with a box box file storage pedestals for organizing. These L shaped reception desks feature a 71" wide front station with 42" wide returns designed to provide additional work surface space. At just $735.99, the SL-O is no doubt one of the best buys of the year.