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Empire Office

Designing Spaces Where People Thrive for Over 80 Years

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Commercial Furniture
Founded 1946
654 MADISON AVE – 14TH FL, NEW YORK, NY
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Profile last updated: July 2026

About Empire Office

Commercial FurnitureFounded 1946

Empire Office is the largest commercial furniture dealer in the world, with over 77 years of experience and more than 400 full-time employees across the country. We are the preeminent Steelcase dealer in the United States and support a list of more than 500 manufacturers. A family-owned company, Empire Office provides coast-to-coast coverage with offices and showrooms in New York, New Jersey, Georgia, Alabama and Pennsylvania as well as three Florida cities, and an established network of national installers and warehouses across the country. We partner with business leaders, architects and designers to deliver comprehensive, creative, and cost-effective solutions to real business challenges.

Quick Facts

  • IndustryCommercial Furniture
  • Founded1946
  • Headquarters654 MADISON AVE – 14TH FL, NEW YORK, NY
  • Certifications2

What Sets Us Apart

80+ Years of Family-Owned Excellence

A third-generation legacy built on trust, stability, and unwavering commitment to long-term partnerships. Our heritage demonstrates that we invest in our people and clients for the long haul.

Thoughtfully Designed Workplaces Drive Human Potential

We believe environments shape performance and well-being. Our team partners with leaders to create spaces that don't just look great—they feel right and function seamlessly for every person.

Sustainability Woven Into Our DNA

Environmental responsibility isn't an afterthought—it's core to who we are. We actively guide clients and suppliers toward responsible stewardship and strategic reuse, building a better future together.

Our Culture

The lived experience at Empire Office

Genuine Partnership

We approach every client relationship with authentic collaboration and long-term commitment. Our team listens deeply, understands unspoken needs, and works as true partners to transform vision into reality.

Design-Driven Innovation

Creativity and cutting-edge thinking are embedded in everything we do. We encourage bold ideas, stay current with industry trends, and empower our team to approach every challenge with fresh perspectives.

Environmental Stewardship

Sustainability isn't a checkbox—it's part of our daily DNA. We educate, advocate, and actively participate in responsible practices that benefit both our clients and the planet we all share.

Team First Culture

We genuinely care about each other's well-being and success. From flexible work arrangements to volunteer opportunities, we create a workplace where people feel supported, valued, and empowered to do their best work.

Growth and Learning

We invest in our people's futures through career development, industry exposure, and continuous learning opportunities. We celebrate achievement and see challenges as opportunities to grow together.

Family Legacy Heritage

As a third-generation, family-owned business, we maintain the values and human-centered approach that have sustained us for 80 years while embracing modern innovation and expanding our impact.

Our Culture DNA

The core values that drive Empire Office

PartnershipHeritageInnovationSustainabilityCollaborationExcellenceIntegrityEmpowermentCommunityTransformationCaringTrustedAdaptabilityAccountabilityVision

Frequently Asked Questions about Empire Office

Common questions about working at Empire Office, their culture, and benefits.

As the nation's largest commercial furniture provider with over 80 years of heritage, Empire Office combines deep industry expertise with a national network of 500+ manufacturers. We serve as a single-source project partner capable of delivering end-to-end FF&E solutions across workplace, hospitality, residential, healthcare, and education sectors. Our commitment to sustainable practices and long-term client relationships sets us apart.

The average hiring process at Empire Office takes approximately 14 days across all job titles. The timeline may vary depending on the specific position and department, but we strive to move efficiently while ensuring we find the right fit for our team.

Yes. We offer flexible work arrangements including in-office, remote, or hybrid workplace options. We understand that flexibility is essential for work-life balance, and we tailor our approach to meet the needs of both our employees and business requirements.

All employees receive one paid volunteer day per year to volunteer at an organization of their choice or at an Empire Office volunteer event. We believe in giving back to the communities we serve and supporting employee passion for causes they care about.

Empire Office partners with over 500 manufacturers, supporting a network of more than 400 brands. We are the preeminent Steelcase dealer in the United States and actively align ourselves with manufacturers whose environmental practices and values mirror our own commitment to sustainability and quality.

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This profile is based on data from LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Indeed, and the company's public career page. All certifications are independently verified by Best Practice Institute.