Designed by Perkins Eastman, the 8,578-square-foot space embraces the local history by showcasing abstract geometries of musical instruments and graphic expressions of sound.
The HON Company Opens NYC Showroom in Tin Pan Alley
Teknion’s Zones Collection: At Home in the Office
In 2014, Teknion teamed up with Luke Pearson and Tom Lloyd, the duo behind the renowned London-based industrial design firm PearsonLloyd, to explore design concepts that would support new workplace behaviours – such as impromptu gatherings for idea-sharing, brainstorming and feedback. Their creative collaboration resulted in a new furniture collection called Zones.
Knoll Reports Flat Third Quarter Results
Net sales were $291.3 million for the third quarter of 2017, a decrease of 0.3%, from the third quarter of 2016. Operating profit was $30.1 million for the third quarter of 2017, a decrease of 14.4%, from the third quarter of 2016.
The Lyss Chair by Carl Gustav Magnusson for Allseating
Swedish born industrial designer Carl Gustav Magnusson designed the Lyss™ collection of chairs for seating manufacturer Allseating. The chair’s striking silhouette boasts a timeless aesthetic that pairs function with elegance.
Allsteel's A.J. Paron-Wildes to Present at Greenbuild 2017
A.J. Paron-Wildes, National Architectural and Design Manager for Allsteel, is a key presenter at this year’s Greenbuild International Conference & Expo, the world’s largest and most influential green building conference, to be held November 8–10 in Boston.
Welcoming Our New Robot Overlords
CBRE Furniture Forum Seeks to Solve Client Pain Points with Explorations in Multiple Cities
What started as an industry-wide discussion in one market has extended, and the conversation is getting deeper and increasingly thought-provoking. But how do you drive change in an entire industry? One conversation at a time.
Vitra Highlights Design Authenticity Awareness in its Newest Campaign
Swiss family-owned furniture manufacturer, Vitra, knows a thing or two about knock-offs. Their world-class furniture has inspired countless counterfeit designs that claim to provide the same premium quality. In their new global campaign, “The Original Comes from Vitra,” the brand makes it clear that authenticity is key when it comes to continuing its legacy of superior industrial design.
Steelcase office furniture invests over $7 million in Alabama facility
Inscape & West Elm Workspace Renew Partnership
West Elm Workspace with Inscape was introduced in 2015, leading the way in bringing a residential aesthetic to the office while maintaining the standards demanded for contract interiors.
Steelcase and Texas A&M Team up to Develop Furniture that Supports Education
In an effort to transform the learning environment to include both traditional lectures and student-led learning, while making technology an integral part of the equation, the department teamed up with Steelcase Education to devise a classroom solution for all of these demands.
Herman Miller named best place to work for working mothers
Employees at Herman Miller have seven formal flexible work options, 100% dependent care match (up to $750 annually), and a volunteer policy (16 paid hours per year) which can be used to help with a kid’s school or sports team.
Sutter Health selects DIRTT for interior construction of new San Francisco medical building
This project adheres to the highly collaborative Lean Construction process. DIRTT’s 3D design and manufacturing software is being used to visualize and understand the space, while integrating all design disciplines for a more efficient project flow through to the end of construction.
Watch: Microsoft Envision Highlights Steelcase Creative Spaces
Microsoft Envision 2017 showcased cutting-edge technology and its impact on the cars we drive and the places we work. Keane and Gavin showcased Creative Spaces — an ecosystem of technology-enabled spaces designed to support all the stages of the creative process including focus, co-creation, ideation, experimentation and respite. The two leaders talked about their shared mission — to help people unlock their potential. They also demonstrated how by working together their teams designed spaces that help people get the most from their technology, allowing them to easily move from one setting to another without interrupting the flow of creative work.
German Office Furniture Maker FM Büromöbel to be Acquired
One of the fastest growing German office furniture manufacturers, FM Büromöbel, has been sold to Vivonio Furniture GmbH. The company from Bösel, with 250 employees, will retain its production site, which has invested millions of euros in recent years.
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Watch: Walter Knoll’s FK Chair is a concise exercise in class, comfort and elegance
Founded in Stuttgart in 1865 by Wilhelm Knoll, a leather craftsman and supplier, Walter Knoll’s expertise in design and ergonomic function has evolved over three centuries. The company has always been at the cutting edge of manufacturing techniques and brave new forms – even introducing the first club armchair to Germany – but the traditions of skilled craftsmanship combined with the finest materials is a constant.
Our Visit to Vitra in Switzerland with Be Original Americas
If you didn’t already know, the Vitra Campus is home to some of most incredible architecture and design: the VitraHaus designed by Herzod & de Meuron, the Vitra Design Museum designed by Frank Gehry, the Fire Station designed by Zaha Hadid, and so much more.
College to honor furniture maker CEO
Brian Walker, president and CEO of Herman Miller, will be honored with the 2018 Peter C. Cook Excellence in Business Award at Davenport University’s 21st annual Excellence in Business Dinner Gala.
Steelcase Shapes Future Office with Microsoft Azure
Steelcase introduces Workplace Advisor and Personal Assistant, built on the Microsoft Azure IoT platform, helping organizations harness big data to create better workplaces.