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1. What types of office furniture does SENTIENT build?
2. What conference table options does SENTIENT offer?
3. Does SENTIENT build custom reception desks?
4. Does SENTIENT build retail display furniture?
5. Which notable offices and retail clients has SENTIENT worked with?
6. Does SENTIENT offer ergonomic and ADA-compliant furniture for offices?
7. How does the design process work for a commercial office project?
8. Can SENTIENT furnish an entire office floor or retail chain?
9. Can SENTIENT match existing office furniture or brand design standards?
10. What is the lead time for office and retail furniture?

What types of office furniture does SENTIENT build?

SENTIENT builds custom office furniture including conference tables, boardroom tables, executive desks, workstations, credenzas, reception desks, lounge seating, and built-in millwork for conference rooms and breakout areas. We work in solid American hardwoods with custom metalwork, commercial-grade upholstery, and mixed-material designs that incorporate stone, glass, and resin. Every piece is fabricated in our Brooklyn workshop to the specifications of the office and the design intent of the project. See our office and retail furniture page.

What conference table options does SENTIENT offer?

SENTIENT builds conference tables in solid American hardwoods, including walnut, oak, and maple, with full customization of dimensions, wood species, edge profile, base design, and finish. Table sizes range from intimate four-person huddle tables to large boardroom pieces seating 20 or more. Base options include solid wood pedestals, steel trestle frames, and custom fabricated metal bases in steel, brass, or blackened steel. Live edge conference tables are available for clients who want a distinctive statement piece. Integrated cable management, power access, and AV cable routing are available. Browse our conference tables.

Does SENTIENT build custom reception desks?

Yes. SENTIENT designs and builds custom reception desks in solid wood, mixed-material, and millwork configurations. We have built reception desks in walnut, stone, and lacquered wood for Pace Gallery in Chelsea, lobby reception counters for coworking spaces, and corporate entry desks for offices and galleries across New York. Every reception desk is designed around the specific spatial requirements and brand identity of the space. ADA-compliant configurations are available. See the Millwork FAQ for more on built-in desk and counter options.

Does SENTIENT build retail display furniture?

Yes. SENTIENT builds custom retail display furniture for boutiques, showrooms, and galleries. Projects include custom vitrines, display tables with integrated electrical outlets, countertops, wall shelving, and brand-specific display fixtures. We have built retail furniture for Cartier boutiques, Jessica Alba’s Honest Beauty retail stores, Krizia’s flagship Meatpacking District showroom, and Saks Fifth Avenue. Display furniture is designed to reinforce the brand identity of the space while meeting the practical needs of product presentation and customer flow.

Which notable offices and retail clients has SENTIENT worked with?

SENTIENT has built furniture for Cartier, Porsche, Pace Gallery, Honest Beauty by Jessica Alba, Krizia, Pearlfisher, Moving Pictures (MPC), Bond Collective, Donna Karan, Saks Fifth Avenue, Viacom, and GAP, among others. Our commercial office work includes conference tables, editing consoles, and custom desks for media companies; lounge and breakout furniture for coworking spaces; and display and retail furniture for fashion houses and luxury brands. Browse our project portfolio.

Does SENTIENT offer ergonomic and ADA-compliant furniture for offices?

Yes. SENTIENT builds ADA-compliant furniture including reception desks, work surfaces, and seating at compliant heights and clearances. Ergonomic workstations are designed in consultation with your team, with sit-stand height options, monitor support integration, and cable management built into the design. We approach ergonomics through precise dimensional customization rather than off-the-shelf adjustability mechanisms, building each surface to the specific user or team it will serve. For complex ergonomic or accessibility requirements, we collaborate directly with your facilities or interior design team.

How does the design process work for a commercial office project?

SENTIENT commercial office projects begin with a consultation about your space, brand identity, how the furniture will be used, and your design direction. We develop 3D renderings for review before production begins. For large office fit-outs, we collaborate with your architect and interior designer throughout the process. We can work from existing design documentation or develop concepts from scratch. For projects requiring multiple piece types, we coordinate production and delivery sequencing to align with your installation schedule. Contact us to discuss your project.

Can SENTIENT furnish an entire office floor or retail chain?

Yes. SENTIENT’s contract manufacturing capability supports complete office floor fit-outs and multi-location retail programs. For office projects, this means coordinating conference tables, desks, lounge furniture, reception areas, and millwork as a unified design. For retail chains, it means reproducing a design precisely across multiple store locations with consistent quality. We maintain detailed production documentation for every design so it can be replicated accurately for future phases, renovations, or additional locations. See our On-Demand Manufacturing FAQ.

Can SENTIENT match existing office furniture or brand design standards?

Yes. SENTIENT can match existing office furniture in dimensions, finish tone, and wood species, or design new pieces that complement an established design language. For branded retail environments, we work from your brand standards documentation, using specified materials, finishes, and proportions. If you have an existing piece you need to match, bring it or a sample to our Brooklyn studio and we will assess how to replicate or complement it in new production.

What is the lead time for office and retail furniture?

Standard custom office and retail furniture at SENTIENT follows the 12 to 14 week lead time from design approval to delivery. Complete office fit-out programs with multiple piece types typically require four to six months depending on scope. Retail programs requiring production across multiple store locations are planned based on the rollout schedule. We recommend beginning the project conversation at least four months before your installation target date. Contact us to start the conversation for your project.