Tell Me More

The best workplace design starts long before the furniture arrives. For Family Nurturing Center, that meant creating a space rooted in trauma-informed care, staff wellbeing, and the needs of the families they serve. In this episode of Tell Me More , Allsteel's Dr. Lauren Gant is joined by Jane Herms, President and CEO of Family Nurturing Center, and Alex Palmieri, workplace consultant at RJ Interi...

What does it take to create a workplace that truly works for the people using it? It starts with understanding how people work and recognizing that there’s no single space, setting, or solution that can support every need. In this episode of Tell Me More, Andrea Gauss, Dr. Lauren Gant, and Rikki Crowe from Allsteel’s Workplace Advisory team introduce Harmonizing Spaces, an approach to creating gre...

In this episode of Tell Me More , the final installment of our three-part Rhythm of Change series, Andrea Gauss of Allsteel is joined by Dave Kutsunai, Co-Managing Director of IA Interior Architects’ Seattle studio, to explore how the accelerating pace of change is reshaping the spaces where we work. Together, they discuss how shifting workflows, emerging technologies, and evolving business needs...

In this episode of Tell Me More, the second installment of our three-part Rhythm of Change series, Dr. Lauren Gant of Allsteel is joined by Dr. Kati Peditto, design psychologist and founder of Built Experience Lab, to explore how individuals experience the accelerating pace of change in their daily work. Together, they discuss how personal rhythms, evolving workplace expectations, and greater auto...

In this episode of Tell Me More, the first installment of our three-part Rhythm of Change series, Andrea Gauss of Allsteel is joined by Amy Craig, Executive Vice President at JLL, and Megan Mackinson, Head of JLL's Workplace Team, to explore how organizations are embracing the accelerating pace of change. Together, they discuss how evolving business priorities, workplace expectations, and emer...

In this episode of the Tell Me More podcast, host Andrea Gauss and Brian Kaule of Allsteel joins Christopher Schmidt of ITO Design and Chris Adamick of Adamick Design to discuss the future of furniture design and the evolving relationship between technology, craftsmanship, and the human experience. Together, they explore the thinking behind Allsteel's newest products, Levra and Flourish, which...

In this episode of the Tell Me More podcast, Allsteel explores how AI is reshaping design studios and creative collaboration. Julia de Bono and Delaney Santos of Designworks, a BMW Group Company, discuss how designers can thoughtfully integrate AI into workflows while preserving the human creativity and artistic perspective that drive meaningful innovation. Tune in for an engaging conversation on...

Join host Rikki Crowe as she chats with Madison Gentry from Allsteel and Dima Daimi-Lewis, founder of Provoke Designs, about the transformative power of demountable walls in workplace design. Discover how these walls offer unmatched flexibility and adaptability, embodying the "living in beta" philosophy to meet evolving work needs. Learn how they save time for interior architects and fos...

In this episode of the Tell Me More podcast, Allsteel host Andrea Gauss is joined by industry leaders Beth Goff-McMillan, CEO of SKG, and Susan Stinnett, Principal of Insidesource PNW, to explore the nuances of effective leadership. They discuss the importance of focus, the art of delegation, and the power of creating space for reflectionand respite. The conversation highlights how leaders can nav...

In this episode of Tell Me More, Dr. Lauren Gant of Allsteel and Dr. Susan Chung, Director of Innovation Programs at HKS Inc.,explore how to design focus in a world filled with distractions. They discuss how our environments, habits, and culture shape our ability to concentrate—and share practical strategies to improve productivity, creativity, and overallwell-being. From achieving the elusive flo...

In this episode of the Tell Me More podcast, Allsteel explores a question shaping the future of work: How do we design for attention in a distracted world? Looking ahead to 2026, the conversation introduces emerging concepts like “Dimensions of Focus,” “Exploring Rhythms,” and “Harmonizing Space”—ideas grounded in how people actually work. Tune in for a thoughtful discussion on how intentional des...

In this episode of Tell Me More, host Kina Ingersoll sits down with Laurel Chadzynski, a licensed Architect, sustainable design leader, and founder of Loom & Lever, a strategic consultancy focused on enabling collaborative action and collective change in the built environment industry. They discuss the integration of lean thinking with sustainable and circular design, emphasizing the importanc...

This episode of Tell Me More unveils the new Allsteel D.C. Design Lab, a purpose-built space for design exploration, creativity, and collaboration. Hosted by Rikki Crowe, the conversation features insights from key contributors Natalie Johansen, Beth Gall, and lead design partner Emma Chang of Gensler. Together, they discuss the vision behind creating a living lab rather than a traditional showroo...

In this episode of the Tell Me More podcast, host Kina Ingersoll speaks with Katy Mercer, Principal and Interior Design Leader at Woods Bagot, about her people-first approach to creating spaces that reflect brand, culture, and context. Katy shares her unexpected path into architecture and design, drawing connections between storytelling, empathy, and leadership. Their conversation explores the imp...

Allsteel is proud to partner with TEDx Chicago for the second year in a row, welcoming the team to the Allsteel Chicago Experience Center ahead of their annual event at the Harris Theatre on Friday, September 26. In this special episode—recorded just one week before the big event—Dr. Lauren Gant brings together three remarkable TEDx Chicago speakers for an inspiring conversation on authenticity, c...

This episode concludes our special two-part series on Community and Culture. While part one explored the personal side of community — how individuals build connections and find belonging in the workplace — part two takes a broader, research-driven look at how culture and community are experienced across organizations. Part 2/2: Dr. Lauren Gant and Maria Meschi, Lead Project Strategist at DORIS Res...

This episode kicks off a special two-part series on Community and Culture. In part one, We focus on the individual’s experience of community in the workplace, while part two will take a broader, research-driven look at how culture and community shape our work lives. Part 1/2: Dr. Lauren Gant is joined by Raphael Williams, a Senior A&D Manager and Co-Chair of the Equity Council at IIDA New York...

In this episode of the Tell Me More podcast, host Taylor Morgan speaks with Tamar Ribnick, a principal at HGA, about the evolving landscape of mentorship in the workplace. They discuss how mentorship has shifted from traditional in-person meetings to more organic interactions, especially in hybrid work environments. The conversation highlights the importance of designing spaces that facilitate men...

In this episode of the Tell Me More podcast, host Kina Ingersoll speaks with designer Joey Shimoda, Chief Creative Officer of Shimoda Design Group, about his unique approach to design, the influence of travel and personal passions on creativity, and the evolving landscape of the design industry. They discuss the importance of sustainability, the role of technology in design, and the significance o...

In this episode of the Tell Me More podcast, Andrea Gauss and Taylor Morgan of Allsteel sit down with Tyler Peterson, Vice President of Talent and Culture at Interior Elements, for a conversation on the complexities of workplace culture. They explore the significance of people, place, and policy in shaping an organization's culture, emphasizing the need for intentionality in creating a positive wo...

In this episode of Tell Me More , Allsteel's Andrea Gauss, Rikki Crowe, and Brian Kaule offer an exclusive preview of what’s ahead at the Allsteel Experience Center during Chicago Design Week 2025. Framed through the lens of workplace strategy and design innovation, they unpack the event’s central themes: intentional community, sustainability, collaborative environments, the power of co-solutionin...

In this episode of the Tell Me More podcast, Madison Gentry of Allsteel joins Maya Johnson and Melissa Rudolph from EUA Wisconsin to explore the evolving world of demountable walls. They discuss the advantages of flexibility, sustainability, and efficiency in construction, while diving into the challenges of planning, coordination, and acoustic performance. Together, they share insights on future...

In this episode of the Tell Me More podcast, Rikki Crowe and Brianna Johnson from Allsteel continue the conversation around evolving workplace design strategies, focusing on three key planning approaches: department-centric, neighborhood-centric, and project-centric. They explore how thoughtful planning can reflect an organization’s culture while supporting a variety of workstyles and activities....

In this episode of Allsteel’s Tell Me More podcast, host Kina Ingersoll sits down with Alexandria Davis—Interior Design Project Lead at Corrigan, New York, and past president of IIDA’s New York Chapter. Together, they explore the role of community in design, sustainability practices, leadership in the A&D world, and how AI is shaping the future of the industry. Alex shares inspiring advice for...

Bringing this one back—just in time for SXSW! Lauren Gant and Dr. Rachel Drosdick-Sigafoos are taking the stage at South by Southwest next week, so we’re resurfacing this powerful conversation on trauma-informed design in the workplace. Originally released in December 2024, this episode breaks down how our environments impact mental well-being, why design plays a crucial role in employee satisfact...