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Short answer: Office Station supplies new and pre-owned reception desks and lobby seating to Phoenix offices and practices. In-stock liquidation grade can be installed in as little as 72 hours, remanufactured usually takes 7 to 14 days and new takes 4 to 6 weeks. Every project is quoted individually, and the free space plan shows how the desk fits your entry.
Sizing the desk to your entry
Reception is usually the first room a visitor sees and one of the smallest in the suite, so the fit matters. Start with these points:
- Sight lines. The person at the desk should see the door, and visitors should see the desk as soon as they walk in.
- Staff count. One person, or two working side by side, changes the width and the storage you need.
- Clearance. Leave room behind the desk for a chair and a walkway, and in front for visitors to stand and wait.
- Power and data. Screens, phones, card readers and printers need outlets and data at the desk, so check where the floor boxes are.
- Storage. Pedestals and a back counter keep paper and supplies out of the visitor's view.
Counters and accessibility
Most reception desks have a raised transaction counter that gives the staff some privacy and hides the work surface. Public-facing counters generally also need an accessible section. The 2010 ADA Standards call for a portion at no more than 36 inches high, so people using wheelchairs can be served at the desk. The exact requirement depends on your space, so confirm it with your architect or building department before you order.
Phoenix medical and dental practices often add privacy panels at check-in, and a separate checkout position when the flow of patients calls for it. Tell us how your front desk works, and the plan can show it.
Lobby seating
| Lobby type | Seating that tends to work |
|---|---|
| Corporate suite on the Camelback Corridor or in Biltmore | A small lounge group with a low table, in a finish that matches the suite |
| Medical or dental waiting room in Arcadia, Gilbert or Scottsdale | Wipeable guest chairs, some with arms, and a clear path for walkers and wheelchairs |
| Business-park or flex suite in Tempe or Deer Valley | A pair of guest chairs and a side table, durable and easy to replace |
Read how to choose reception seating for the longer version, or see office chairs in Phoenix.
New and pre-owned options
Pre-owned reception desks come off corporate floors, so style and size depend on current stock, and they can be well suited to a suite that needs to open soon. A new order lets you choose the size, shape and finish, and takes 4 to 6 weeks. See reception desks, new and pre-owned and the OS Casegoods catalog.
What moves the quote: grade, size, finish, counter details, delivery address and building access. Delivery and installation appear as separate lines, and space planning is free. For everything else in the suite, go back to office furniture in Phoenix.
Request a reception desk quote
Email hello@officestation.com with a photo or floor plan of your entry, the number of staff at the desk and your opening date.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I buy a reception desk in Phoenix?
Office Station supplies new and pre-owned reception desks to Phoenix offices and practices, with delivery and installation across the Valley. Send the size of your entry, the number of staff at the desk and a photo or floor plan to hello@officestation.com. You receive a written quote and a free space plan showing how the desk fits.
How long does a reception desk take in Phoenix?
In-stock liquidation-grade furniture can be installed in as little as 72 hours, depending on building access. Remanufactured furniture usually takes 7 to 14 days, and new reception desks take 4 to 6 weeks. Pre-owned reception pieces vary in style and size, so allow more time if your lobby needs a specific look or finish.
Does a reception desk need an accessible counter?
Usually, yes. Public-facing counters generally need an accessible section, and the 2010 ADA Standards call for a portion at no more than 36 inches high with enough length for a person using a wheelchair. Requirements depend on the space and the approach, so confirm the details with your architect or building department before you order.
What should a reception area include in a medical office?
Many practices want privacy at check-in, a sight line to the door, seating that can be cleaned easily, and space for a person using a wheelchair or walker to wait comfortably. Screens, card readers and printers also need power and data at the desk. Tell us about your check-in process so the plan can reflect it.
Can a reception desk fit through my building?
Most reception desks arrive in sections and are assembled on site, but check the route anyway. Measure the elevator cab, corridor corners and entry doors, and send those numbers with your quote request. Curved desks and large tops can need extra planning. In a multi-tenant building, also confirm freight elevator and working-hour rules.
