How Office Fit-Out Companies Can Support a Circular Economy

Ida Gorecka • February 6, 2025

The global material consumption crisis is real. According to the Circularity Gap Report 2024, we’ve consumed over half a trillion tonnes of materials in just the past six years...Almost as much as the entire 20th century combined!


In the meantime, while the principles of an increasingly circular economy are catching up...we believe we can all go further. 


As an office fit-out company, you play a key role in helping to promote sustainable principles, help businesses reduce waste, cut environmental impact, and add long-term value to your clients. 


The good news is that refurbished office furniture can play a vital role in taking that positive step, AND it can also save you money and time - making it an obvious choice for any forward thinking business!


Are you aware of the Five R’s of Circular Economy? In case you aren't, these are: Reducing, Reusing, Refurbishing, Repairing, and Recycling. This framework helps provide clear paths to make office fit-outs more sustainable. Refurbished furniture stands out as the obvious choice that many businesses have yet to consider when it comes to sustainability commitments. It offers premium quality solutions, often at a much lower cost, and with faster fulfilment than traditional new furniture.

The 5+1 R’s of Circular Economy in Office Fit-Outs

Reducing: Less Is More

By reducing material consumption, you save resources and costs. At Coggin SOS, we help businesses rethink their office needs and promote space-efficient designs that reduce overproduction. In turn, this helps your clients achieve greener, more cost-effective fit-outs.


Reusing: Keep Materials in Circulation

Reusing office furniture cuts carbon emissions and waste. Coggin SOS helps your clients easily source high-quality, second-hand furniture and offers refurbishment options that meet their sustainability goals without sacrificing quality. Every refurbished furniture purchase from us comes with our exclusive Savings Certificate. A concrete proof of your environmental and financial impact.


Refurbishing: Giving Office Assets a New Lease of Life

Refurbished furniture isn’t second-rate. Professional refurbishment can make office furniture look and feel like new. Plus, refurbished furniture costs less than new. At Coggin SOS, we offertop furniture brands like Herman Miller and Steelcase, which are expertly refurbished to match your clients’ needs without the long wait times or inflated prices of new furniture.


Repairing: Extending Product Lifespan

When companies prioritise repairable furniture, they extend the life of their assets and avoid costly replacements. Refurbishment and repair support a circular economy and offer BIG savings. That's money your clients can reinvest in other areas of their fit-out.


Recycling: Closing the Loop

Recycling should be the last resort, and it must happen. As a fit-out company, you can ensure proper waste management and recycling on-site, contributing to a more sustainable office environment while delivering high-quality products and services.


At Coggin SOS, we have added an extra 'R' to the framework: Replace

We can clear your unwanted office furniture and replace them with high-quality refurbished pieces of your choice for maximum impact. Instead of sending old furniture to landfills, pass it on to us, and we’ll ensure it lives a new life while you upgrade to cost-effective, sustainable solutions. It’s the easiest way to refresh your workspace while making a real difference.


Discover all your options here.

Why Refurbished Furniture Should Be Your Clear Choice

Many businesses ignore refurbished furniture because they don’t see it as a viable, high quality solution. But, refurbished office furniture adds several clear advantages over purchasing new- making it the obvious choice for those looking to support the circular economy while also delivering premium office fit outs that clients will love, at a fraction of the cost. 

Why Should Office Fit-Out Companies Consider Refurbished Furniture?

Refurbished furniture is a smart, sustainable choice for office fit-out companies. The reasons:


  • Cost-Effective: Refurbished furniture saves up to 80% compared to buying new. This allows businesses to allocate budgets more efficiently, delivering premium-quality furniture without overspending.
  • Eco-Friendly: Choosing refurbished pieces directly supports the circular economy. Your clients help reduce unnecessary waste, lower CO2 footprints, and cut demand for raw materials. 
  • Convenient and Fast: Refurbished furniture is ready when your clients need it. Unlike new furniture, which may take 8-12 weeks to arrive, refurbished pieces often arrive in just 10 days, making it easier for you to meet deadlines.

Ready to Make Your Office Fit-Out Circular?

At Coggin SOS, we help businesses adopt circular solutions through high-quality refurbished office furniture.


Are your clients looking to reuse, refurbish, or recycle their office furniture? We can help by guiding them to sustainable, cost-effective choices that don’t "cut corners" on quality.


Contact us today to see how refurbished furniture can support your clients’ sustainability goals, save them money, and deliver an outstanding office fit-out!

Reworking Workspaces: How Refurbished and Resized Office Desks Save Money and the Planet

By Ida Gorecka • June 2, 2025
Our approach to workspace design is evolving as organisations recognise the enormous waste and environmental impact of the traditional "buy new, dispose later" furniture cycle. Every year, organisations across the UK retire thousands of perfectly usable office desks-not because they’re damaged, but due to layout changes, branding updates, or relocations. These desks often end up in landfills , despite being made from valuable materials that require large amounts of energy and resources to produce. This disposable mentality is costing your business money AND damaging the planet by wasting valuable resources. But what if there was a solution that saved you money while reducing your carbon footprint ? By choosing refurbished and resized office desks, you can make smarter, more sustainable choices that help reduce waste , cut costs , and create premium-quality offices - all without the lengthy lead times that accompany new furniture purchases. If you've never considered refurbished desks before, you're in the right place to learn why they should be your obvious choice for your next project. But even if you have, keep reading for valuable insights into how refurbished and resized desks can improve sustainability initiatives, maximise cost savings, and support long-term business goals. Curious to see what’s available? Browse our current inventory of high-quality refurbished desks-updated daily and ready for fast delivery.

Finding the Balance: Quality Seating Without the Environmental Cost

By Ida Gorecka • May 25, 2025
Did you know that the average office worker spends around 1,700 hours a year sitting in their chair? That's a staggering 70% of your working life spent in a single piece of furniture. Yet many organisations overlook the importance of quality seating, either settling for cheap chairs that quickly deteriorate or spending a fortune on brand new premium options. Refurbished office chairs offer the perfect balance of comfort , quality , and sustainability that today's offices need. At Coggin SOS, we've helped hundreds of organisations discover that you don't need to compromise on quality to make environmentally conscious choices. In fact, opting for refurbished office chairs can provide high-quality seating at up to 80% less than the cost of buying new. In this article, we’ll explore why refurbished office chairs aren’t just a good option-they're often the smarter one. From environmental impact that can tick off your ESG targets to ergonomic design and cost savings, this is your guide to finding the perfect seat. Our warehouse is stocked with top-brand refurbished chairs - ready to deliver in days, not weeks. Get in touch to check availability.

Closing the Loop: How Office Furniture Can Drive the Circular Economy Forward

By Ida Gorecka • May 19, 2025
Ever thought about how your office furniture connects to sustainability ? Probably not. But perhaps you should. The circular economy isn't some distant concept only relevant to manufacturing giants or packaging companies. It's a practical model that directly impacts how you furnish, update, and clear your office. At its heart, the circular economy challenges you to keep materials in use. It's your chance to reject the standard "buy, use, discard" approach that has dominated the industry for decades. It's your opportunity to turn office furniture from a recurring cost into a lasting asset. At Coggin SOS, we partner with organisations like yours across the UK, helping you transition to a circular furnishing model: refurbishing , reusing , and responsibly recycling your office furniture. Our mission is straightforward: help you make your furniture last longer, cost less, and waste nothing. Explore our wide range of refurbished office furniture in our inventory . You'll find quality, sustainability, and value, all waiting for you in one place.