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Why is Steelcase so expensive?
There are a few reasons why Steelcase is so expensive. Steelcase was founded in Grand Rapids, Michigan, in 1912 as the Metal Office Furniture Company, promoting steel desks and other furnishings as safer, fireproof alternatives to wooden pieces at a time when smoking in the workplace was common. The company invests heavily in research and development to continue to make advancements in ergonomic design that make its furniture more durable and comfortable. Steelcase also uses quality materials that cost more to source. Plus, demand for Steelcase tends to be high, contributing to high price points. Explore a selection of Steelcase furniture on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
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1980s Modular Ganging ELYSÉE Sofa Unit Sectional by Steelcase
By Steelcase, Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Bensalem, PA
Great six piece Steelcase modular sectional sofa
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Walnut Credenza By Steelcase Black Circular Leather Pulls Black Half Moon Base
By Steelcase
Located in Monrovia, CA
Walnut Credenza By Steelcase Has A Beautiful Walnut Cabinet With Black Circular Leather Pulls And A Black Half Moon Base. This Steelcase Walnut Cabinet Is Amazing Because It Will Als...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut, Leather

Steelcase Broadside Lateral Filing Cabinets on Rolling Base (2)
By Steelcase
Located in Hanover, MA
Two first edition 1966 Steelcase 'Broadside' lateral file cabinets each with four pull-out lateral file drawers and an upper cabinet with a removable single shelf and two sliding doo...
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Steel

William Andrus for Steelcase Lounge Chair in Fiberglass and Leather
By William Andrus, Steelcase
Located in Waalwijk, NL
William C. Andrus for Steelcase, lounge chair, lacquered fiberglass, plexiglass, leather, United States, 1970s Lovely space age easy chair designed by William C. Andrus for Steelcas...
Category

Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Fiberglass, Plexiglass

Set of 4 Modern Scoop Stools by Steelcase
By Steelcase
Located in Pasadena, TX
Set of 4 Scoop stools by Steelcase. These stylish stools provide space saving while the durable polypropylene construction ensures many years of durability...
Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Metal

Space Age Steelcase Side Table by William Andrus Mid-Century Modern
By Steelcase
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Gorgeous Space Age side table from soft seating series designed by William Andrus for Steelcase. This example is in good original condition, some minor scuffs and dings.
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Glass, Fiberglass, Lucite

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