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Tayco · Desking

Tayco
Halifax

A lighter, architectural private office — a sculpted A-Leg or V-Leg and a raised base that lift the desk and storage into a floating look, with metal in 20 colours.

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Overview

Halifax is Tayco’s lighter, more architectural private office: a sculpted A-Leg or V-Leg and a raised base that lift the desk and storage into a floating look, plus a coordinating meeting table, metal in 20 colours, and seamless height-adjustable integration. Here’s how it works, and when to reach for it.

Private-office casegoods

Halifax is a lighter, more architectural take on the private office. Its distinct look comes from two moves: a sculpted angled leg — a choice of A-Leg or V-Leg in slim metal — and a raised base that lifts the storage off the floor, so the whole composition reads light and almost floating. The credenza-mounted desk rides the same leg with storage built in beneath, and a coordinating meeting table shares the leg language so the office and its guest table speak as one. The metal comes in 20 colours, turning the frame into a deliberate design choice, and Halifax integrates seamlessly with a height-adjustable return for sit-stand movement. Desks run 1″ surfaces, 30″ deep and 60–84″ wide, on low or high credenzas.

Why we believe in this

Halifax is our pick when a private office should feel light and architectural. Tayco gives it two signature moves — a slim, sculpted angled leg (A-Leg or V-Leg) and a raised base that lifts the storage off the floor — so the desk and cabinets seem to float and the room feels open. The metal comes in twenty colours, which lets the frame become part of the palette, and a matching meeting table carries the same lines. When an executive office wants refinement with a light footprint, Halifax is how we build it.

Our take

So here’s when we’d specify Halifax — and when we’d point you elsewhere.

We believe in it, which is exactly why we’ll be straight about fit. The honest version:

Specify it when

  • You want a lighter, architectural private office with a floating look.
  • You want sculpted A-Leg or V-Leg supports on a raised base, plus a coordinating meeting table.
  • You want metal in 20 colours and seamless height-adjustable integration.
  • You value a manufacturer that shares our standards and backs us up when a project needs it.

Consider something else when

  • You’re furnishing an open-plan workstation floor — a system fits better.
  • You want a heavy, traditional executive look.
  • You want a premium solid-hardwood statement.
  • Lowest-cost value leads.
Where we land: Halifax is Tayco’s lighter, architectural private office — sculpted legs and a raised base that float the desk and storage, with height-adjustable integration. When you need open-plan workstations or a hardwood statement, we’ll point you elsewhere.
Certifications & Awards
2BIFMA LEVEL® 2Certified sustainable
Intertek Clean Air GoldLow emissions
What these marks mean →
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Highlights

  • Floating, architectural look.
  • A-Leg or V-Leg on a raised base.
  • Metal in 20 colours.
Specifications
Configurations & construction
  • Sculpted A-Leg or V-Leg — Halifax’s signature: a slim, angled metal leg that reads as architecture.
  • Raised base — lifts the storage off the floor for a light, floating look.
  • Credenza-mounted desk — the surface rides the leg over a low or high credenza, storage built in.
  • Coordinating meeting table — shares the leg language, so desk and guest table speak as one.
  • Metal in 20 colours — the frame becomes a deliberate design choice.
  • Seamless height-adjustable return — sit-stand movement that belongs to the design.
  • Light, warm palette — wood tones and clean surfaces.
  • 1″ surfaces, 60–84″ wide — on low or high credenzas, 30″ deep.
Certifications & sustainability
BIFMA LEVEL® 2 (High-level — refine from the product sheet.)

Finishes

Halifax’s Tayco palette — worksurface laminates, powder-coat metal and glass. Sections are collapsed; open any one to see the range. (Neutral tiles are awaiting swatch images; names and codes are final.)

Laminates 22 colours

Worksurface laminate; each pairs 1:1 with a matching vinyl trim.

SilverL112
WhiteL121
TuxedoL132
Copa CabanaL133
Prestige MapleL141
Bora BoraL142
AcaciaL143
Summer DropsL154
Silver MoonL155
SouthwesterL158
Shiraz CherryL159
MojaveL160
Sable IslandL161
TofinoL162
MeganticL163
MoonlightL164
Fogo HarbourL165
BlackL167
Kiss CurlL169
MastermindL170
First ClassL171
Charcoal LinenL172
Metal — powder-coat 20 finishes
Solid shades 8
SilverP112
BlackP114
GingerP115
Polished MetalP116
GreyP120
WhiteP121
PuttyP130
CharcoalP139
Colour & metallic 12
SunriseP200
TropicP201
SkyP203
MeadowP204
HorizonP205
Burnt PennyP206
CopperP207
ChampagneP208
Powder BlueP209
CobaltP210
PatinaP211
SushiP212
Glass & acrylic 3 options
FrostedG132
ClearG133
FlutedG135

Halifax shares Tayco’s laminate and metal palette with Cosmo and Switch. In a Discover & Plan project we specify the exact finishes with you.

Downloads

Free for professionals — brochure, price list, planning guides, certifications and warranty. Tayco publishes AutoCAD (DWG), CET and Revit symbols for space planning; we share the current files on request.

Pairs well with

A few of the lines we’d specify alongside Halifax — a starting point, not the full list. Nearly every category coordinates; we’ll bring the rest to the table.

Also coordinates with Task & conference seatingLounge & soft seatingWorkstations & benchingStorage & casegoodsTables See all coordinating categories →

We’re here to help

Phone: 847-679-5148   Email: info@appliedergonomics.com
What happens next

We read every inquiry and follow up personally to help move your project forward.

Not sure exactly what you need? Tell us the space and the teams who’ll use it, and we’ll bring the options to you. Specifying is what we do.

Prefer to talk it through? Call 847-679-5148.

Frequently asked

About Halifax.

What is Halifax best suited for?
Halifax is private-office casegoods — Tayco’s lighter, more architectural take, with a signature sculpted A-Leg or V-Leg and a raised base for a light, floating look, plus a credenza-mounted desk, a coordinating meeting table, metal in 20 colours and seamless height-adjustable integration.
Can I get drawing symbols and CAD for space planning?
Yes — the Downloads section above includes 2D plan symbols, CAD (DWG), Revit/BIM, and SketchUp files, free to use within the products we curate.
How do I get pricing or specify it on a project?
Save it to a Project Board or request a quote, and our team will help you specify, price, and plan it for your space.
Is this a product I buy online?
Halifax is a planned, configured system, so it’s quoted rather than sold from a cart. For ready-to-ship items, see Shop Now.

Working with Applied Ergonomics

What types of projects does Applied Ergonomics work on?
We work on projects of all sizes, from single-office setups to multi-floor corporate buildouts. Our services span workspace strategy, interior design, furniture specification, procurement, project management, and installation across healthcare, education, corporate, industrial, and hospitality environments.
How does the consultation process work?
We start with a conversation to understand your goals, challenges, and timeline. From there we develop a tailored approach that may include space planning, product recommendations, and a detailed proposal. There’s no obligation, and we’re happy to answer questions at any stage.
Do you work with architects and interior designers?
Absolutely. We regularly partner with architects and interior designers as a technical and execution resource, translating design intent into specific, high-performing solutions.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We serve clients nationally. While we’re headquartered in the Chicago area, our project management and installation capabilities extend across the United States.
Do you support ongoing facility needs after a project is complete?
Yes. We remain a consistent point of contact beyond project closeout—handling warranty coordination, reconfigurations, internal moves, modular system relocation and reuse, redesigns, and more. Our goal is continuity, not re-procurement.
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