In 1997, the founding family transitioned ownership of the business to two managers including the current President/Owner Richard Schwabauer. During that first year of new ownership the decision was made to exit the office supplies and machines business and grow the office interiors business from the Steelcase partnership established twenty-one years earlier. NBS became an acronym for Navigating Business Space.

Fueled by a committed leadership team and a core of experienced professionals NBS grew sales, made several acquisitions and expanded its product and service offerings within the business, healthcare and education work environment.

NBS attributes this growth to the passion of its people and the commitment the company makes to developing collaborative, strategic relationships with customers, the architectural design community and suppliers. NBS is serious about fostering a dynamic, challenging yet fun place to work and in doing so has attracted and retained the brightest professionals in the industry.

NBS helps people create a work environment that supports the organization's mission. We believe that "space matters" and can be used to foster innovation, attract and retain employees and improve work related processes. The end result is a physical space that improves business results.

The enthusiastic people at NBS provide a wide range of work environment furnishings, floorcoverings, architectural elements and technology tools to organizations throughout southeast Michigan and northern Ohio. Related services to these products include space planning, delivery, furniture and carpet cleaning, furniture warranty and repair, and a variety of storage programs. Pricing is competitive and project financing or leasing is available.

NBS is unique! We are a driven organization that works to continuously improve "lean" business practices and deliver a customer experience that demonstrates our appreciation of your business in a variety of ways.