Design Trends for 2026: A Conversation with Caily Sanchez, Workplace Strategist
Commercial interior design and furniture selections do not stand still. They evolve with how people work, how companies grow, and how the culture shifts inside the office. As Workplace Strategist at CJ & Associates, Cailey Sanchez studies how work is changing across corporate, healthcare, education, and manufacturing environments, translating those insights into spaces built for […]
Top 5 Task Chairs Our Design Experts Actually Recommend
If there is one piece of furniture that quietly shapes the workday more than any other, it is the task chair. People spend more time in their chairs than almost anywhere else in the office. It influences posture, focus, comfort, and energy levels throughout the day. Yet it is also one of the most difficult […]
CJ & Associates Announces Two Design Team Promotions
CJ & Associates is pleased to announce the promotions of Lisa Rudy to Director of Design and Cailey Sanchez to Workplace Strategist. These promotions reflect the continued growth and strength of the company’s design team and reinforce CJ’s commitment to providing thoughtful workplace solutions across Wisconsin and beyond. Lisa Rudy Promoted to Director of Design […]
Make the Most of Section 179: Upgrade Your Workspace Before Year-End
As the year comes to a close, there is one tax benefit every business owner should know about: Section 179 of the U.S. Tax Code. This incentive allows companies to deduct the full purchase price of qualifying office furniture and equipment purchased or financed during the tax year, rather than spreading that deduction over time. […]
Why Neurodiversity Friendly Design is Shaping the Modern Workplace
With more than 40 years of experience in workplace design, CJ & Associates has seen countless design trends emerge and evolve. Some come and go quickly, while others completely reshape how businesses think about their work environments. Most recently, we are seeing a growing emphasis on the topic of neurodiversity in the workplace. Organizations are […]
CJ & Associates Named a 2025 Future 50 Company and Best Places to Work Finalist
Press Release | July 30, 2025 CJ & Associates Named a 2025 Future 50 Company and Best Places to Work Finalist CJ & Associates has been recognized as a 2025 Future 50 company by BizTimes Media in partnership with the Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce (MMAC), and as a 2025 Best Places to Work Honoree […]
NeoCon & Design Days: Where Innovation Meets Inspiration
Each year, design professionals from around the world gather in Chicago for NeoCon and Fulton Market Design Days, the premier events for commercial interior design in North America. For over five decades, NeoCon has served as the launchpad for workplace innovation, where leading manufacturers debut their latest products, material solutions, and space-planning concepts. Held during […]
Planning an Office Redesign? Here’s Your Interior Design Checklist for Success
Planning an Office Redesign? Here’s Your Interior Design Checklist for Success Designing or remodeling an office is about more than choosing furniture and colors. A well-designed workplace supports your employees, reflects your brand, and makes a great impression on visitors. At CJ & Associates, we’ve helped businesses across Wisconsin and beyond create beautiful, functional spaces […]
Biophilic Design: The Natural Path to Enhanced Well-being and Productivity in the Workplace
What is Biophilic Design? Biophilic Design is a popular trend in commercial office design and comes with several workplace advantages. This design approach incorporates elements of nature, including greenery, gardens, water features, organic textures, natural light, and other outdoor elements into the fabric of the work environment. The value of biophilic design goes far beyond […]
Shaping a Sustainable Future in Commercial Interiors
In recent years, the emphasis on eco-friendliness and sustainability has become fundamental across various industries, including commercial interior design and furnishings. At CJ & Associates, we are dedicated to advancing green initiatives that transform spaces across corporate, manufacturing, education, healthcare, and government sectors. We are committed to supporting this movement by integrating sustainable practices that […]
