Chicago Showroom Event 2011
Posted: 06.15.11
By Kimball Office Social Media Team

The Chicago Showroom Event of 2011 is wrapping up, but not without a bang!  What a great turnout we’ve had at our 325 N. Wells showroom.  From the new product introductions, to previews of upcoming surface materials and finishes, to the high demand for the exclusive Kimball Office tote bags, the showroom has been hopping. 

Traffic at the showroom has been steady and impressive, and the atmosphere has been electric.   This year’s Chicago Showroom Event has been an amazing experience for guests, visitors, and the Kimball Office team.   We can’t wait to see what’s in store for next year…

For more pictures of the Chicago Event, visit www.kimballoffice.com and our Flickr page.

100% of Kimball Office Manufactured Products are level 2 or 3 Certified
Posted: 05.16.11
By Kimball Office Social Media Team

Have you heard our news!??! Now, 100% of our Kimball Office manufactured products are ANSI/BIFMA level 2 or 3 Certified! If you’re looking for eco-friendly products, Kimball Office is your answer! From casegoods to systems, and tables to seating, Kimball Office has you covered.

“By offering level 3 furniture in all major product categories, more than any other manufacturer, we are able to provide the market with solutions that meet growing demand for green standards. Our team has worked extremely hard to ensure we meet and exceed BIFMA’s standards for product development, manufacturing, and corporate responsibility.” Georgy Olivieri, Director of Architecture, Design, and Sustainable Strategies, LEED AP.

The BIFMA level certification program evaluates the environmental aspects of product manufacturing throughout the supply chain. Many layers of the process are reviewed, including general areas of materials and energy usage. The effects on human and ecosystem health are examined as well as overall corporate social responsibility. There are three levels of conformance, with each requiring specific prerequisites and optional credits. Level 3 is the highest level of certification.

For specifics on the products and levels, visit our Fact Sheet.  Kimball Office products can also be found on www.ecoScorecard.com for a quick and simple way to research sustainable products and download documentation for green building programs such as LEED.

Save Time and Money with ecoScorecard
Posted: 05.03.11
By Kimball Office Social Media Team

Time is money, right?  And, who doesn’t want to save money these days?  As our partnership with ecoScorecard grows, we are hearing great stories of how this tool saves users time, money…and headaches.

Visit ecoScorecard.com to see how products can contribute toward environmental certification projects.  This is a fast, efficient way for Architects and Designers, facility managers, or anyone interested in creating green work environments to see how Kimball Office furniture can contribute to the cause.  ecoScorecard provides the documentation needed to support the credits being claimed.

Don’t waste any more time, gathering information from various sites.  Along with Kimball Office product information, ecoScorecard also includes information for other manufacturers…from flooring to wallcoverings. And, as green building rating systems change, ecoScorecard is immediately updated so the results are always fast and accurate!

Kimball Office Pairs Up with Soles4Souls
Posted: 04.27.11
By Kimball Office Social Media Team

Kimball Office employees recently opened their hearts…and closets…to help those in need.  Over 1,000 pairs of shoes and more than $4,000 have been collected and donated from Kimball Office to Soles4Souls.  The gently used shoes and money will provide support for people in more than 125 countries. 

Soles4Souls is a nonprofit charity based in Nashville, TN and has provided over 14 million pairs of new or gently worn shoes to people in need.  Soles4Souls provides someone with a pair of shoes every seven seconds. 

“To complete the donation drive, our logistics operations provided a truck fleet to deliver the shoes to the organization’s distribution warehouse in Alabama,” said Allen Parker, Vice President of Marketing and Sales. “It’s been humbling to see our company come together to help so many people.”

LA Showroom Hosts SIYA Event
Posted: 04.05.11
By Kimball Office Social Media Team

The Los Angeles Kimball Office showroom hosted the SIYA Showcase for Creatives event.  The transformed showroom was a display arena for innovative, cutting edge, beautiful artwork.  Over 520 guests came to the SIYA event and joined artists who were displaying and selling their creative outputs. 

Photo courtesy of Aroos Photography

In a magical evening full of excitement, shopping, and mingling, designers were displaying their creations while guests viewed and purchased.  The Southern California A& D community embraced the artists and enjoyed sharing the evening with creative-minded new (and old) friends. 

A big thank you to everyone who shared their creations, and also, to those who came and viewed them.  This enjoyable evening was a great way to see the creations that our fellow designers have a true passion for. 

For additional pictures of the SIYA event, visit our Flickr page.

Congratulations to Yutaka Akita, Gustavo Alvarado, Lawrence Armstrong, Adelina Arutunian, Monique Birault, Jessica Campion, Lacey Causseaux, Teresa Cheung, Nakia Edmundson, Rebecca Essenpreis, Stephanie Fox, Ellen Kashan representing Frank Frezzo, Samantha Gotta, Sylvia Greer, Elizabeth Grube, Anastacia Kayne, Benjamin Kelley, Valerie Jean Kiernicki, Carmel McFayden, Kruti Majmudar, Nancy Manning, David Shilian, Marike Smith, Melissa Steach, Piedra Stone, Ruby Thorp, Shirley Tien, Brian Wetsch, Karen Whitfield, and Kenton Zlab for an amazing event!