Steelcase’s Sustainability Innovations

One of the questions we get a lot here at Workplace Inc. in Ames, Cedar Falls, Cedar Rapids, and Des Moines is: Why Steelcase? Out of all our strategic partners, Steelcase is the one that consistently comes up in conversations, and it’s not hard to see why. They certainly produce great-looking, functional furniture. However, what really sets them apart is their profound commitment to sustainability. Steelcase doesn’t just make office chairs or desks; they make furniture that supports people and the planet.

What Is Steelcase All About?

If you’re not super familiar with Steelcase, think of them as a pioneer in office furniture. They’ve been doing this for years, which means they know a thing or two about crafting products that can weather any storm. But they’re not stuck in the past either, they’re constantly adapting to the way people work today.

Their catalog is huge: ergonomic chairs that make long workdays easier on your back, modular walls that cut down noise, pods for privacy, desks, tables, lockers, sofas, stools, private offices—you name it. And while a lot of brands stop at just making things “look nice,” Steelcase goes deeper. Every single product is built with both functionality and sustainability in mind.

Why Eco-Friendly Furniture Actually Matters

Let’s be real: office furniture isn’t something most people think about until they’re sitting in it for eight hours. But the choices you make here add up. Steelcase takes the eco-friendly route, which means they’re not just cranking out furniture, they’re looking at the whole picture.

They use recycled and responsibly sourced materials, design products to last longer, and make sure pieces can be recycled at the end of their life. They also cut down on emissions by using safer materials and more innovative processes. That’s a fancy way of saying their furniture is better for the environment and for the people sitting on it every day.

And here’s a bonus: buying environmentally friendly office furniture often pays off in the long run. It’s durable, so you won’t need to replace it every few years. Plus, when you show your employees and clients that you care about sustainability, it says a lot about your company’s values.

Why We Recommend Steelcase

Now, who sells eco-friendly office furniture around here? Well, we do—and Steelcase is usually at the top of our recommendation list.

What’s so different about them? It’s how consistent they are. For example, their chairs aren’t just built for comfort; they’re designed with recyclable parts and made using cleaner manufacturing practices. Their modular walls and pods can be reconfigured as your business grows, which means you don’t end up tossing old pieces every time your office layout changes.

Even small design choices make a difference—like using water-based adhesives or making sure products are easy to disassemble for recycling. These details show they’re not just paying lip service to sustainability. Steelcase really walks the walk.

Why Buy Steelcase Through Workplace Inc.?

Here’s the thing: when you buy Steelcase through Workplace Inc., you’re not just getting high-quality furniture. You’re working with a local team that knows how to help you set up a space that actually works for your people. We’re right here in Ames, Cedar Falls, Cedar Rapids, and Des Moines, and we’re just as invested in helping you create a productive, welcoming, and sustainable office as you are.

At the end of the day, it’s about more than just filling a room with chairs and desks. It’s about creating a workplace that’s healthy, inspiring, and built to last. Steelcase gets that balance right—and we’re proud to bring their eco-friendly office furniture to businesses right here in Iowa.