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In the third episode of the 'Sustainability' series. host Andrea Gauss and Lisa Brunie-McDermott, Director of Corporate Social Responsibility at HNI Corporation, discuss the topic of circularity and its importance in sustainability. They define circularity as the transformation from a linear model of take-make-waste to a circular model that focuses on refurbishing, refreshing, and recycling. The c...

In the second episode of the 'Sustainability' series, host Andrea Gauss, interviews Amy McCarville, Corporate Social Responsibility Manager at HNI Corporation, about the important subject of climate. They discuss greenhouse gas emissions, including the primary gases and the concept of carbon footprints. The conversation then delves into the three scopes of emissions and their differences. Amy expl...

In the 'Sustainability' series, host Andrea Gauss from Allsteel, interviews Jennifer Warren, Sustainability Engineer at HNI Corporation, about the subject of chemical transparency and the importance of understanding what chemicals are in products. They discuss the evolution of chemical regulations, the dangers of PFAS chemicals, and the challenges of material and chemical disclosure. Jennifer expl...

In the final episode of the 'Crafted for Today's Leaders' series, host Jordan Arnold interviews Jason Wolfanger and Christina Wells from Allsteel. They discuss how they help clients and designers understand and work with Gunlocke as a solution. They emphasize the importance of listening to the customers and understanding their needs and culture. They also talk about some unique challenges they hav...

In the third episode of the 'Crafted for Today's Leaders' series, host Jason Heredia and Brian Kaule from Allsteel, are joined by Mitch Bakker, a designer from IDA Design. They discuss the concept of Design Harmony and its importance in Gunlocke's products. They highlight Gunlocke's commitment to sustainability. Mitch shares a story about Gunlocke's time capsule and how it represents the continuat...

In the second episode of the 'Crafted for Today's Leaders' series, host Jordan Arnold chats with Amy Meyer, Beth O'Brien, and Cathy Salerno from Allsteel about Gunlocke, a furniture company. They share stories about the craftsmanship, history, and community behind Gunlocke. The women discuss the importance of wood veneer, the steam bending process, and the sustainability practices of the company....

Hosts Natalie J. Murray, Jason Wolfanger, Brian Kaule, and Jen Petersen from Allsteel kick off a series reintroducing the Gunlocke brand. They discuss how the Allsteel brand revolves around three pillars: human-centric design, versatile design, and co-solutioning. Gunlocke complements the versatile design pillar by offering products that enhance flexibility and design harmony in the workspace. The...

David Kutsunai, co-managing director of IA Interior Architect's Seattle office, discusses the importance of designing for agility and change in the workplace. He shares how a conversation with Jeff Bezos changed his outlook on design and architecture, emphasizing the need for spaces that can easily adapt to evolving needs. Kutsunai also highlights the importance of client-centric design and findin...

Hosts Jason Heredia, Andrea Gauss, and Kina Ingersoll from Allsteel discuss the concept of the intentional office and how it has become more relevant in the evolving workplace. They identify six major intentions behind why individuals would want to come into a physical workplace: focus, collaboration, innovation, socialization, mentorship, and learning. The hosts explore the importance of focus sp...

Stephen Kelly, an architect and designer at WRNS Studio, shares his background, inspiration, and experience in the industry. He discusses his love for design and architecture and how he incorporates it into his personal life. Stephen also talks about his involvement in the design community and his passion for senior living design. He offers advice for young designers and highlights some of his exc...

In the final episode of the 'Living on Video & Digital Equity' series, hosts Jordan Arnold and Andrea Gauss from Allsteel welcome Sherri Pipala to discuss the evolving dynamics of workplace technology, with a focus on the rise of hybrid work. Sherri Pipala, representing Neat—a video technology company offering a comprehensive portfolio of innovative devices for modern workplaces—delves into th...

The second episode of the 'Living on Video & Digital Equity' series explores the importance of acoustics in creating effortless connections and inclusive design in physical spaces. Hosts Jordan Arnold from Allsteel and Jason Zielsdorf from Zilenzio, discuss the impact of acoustics on in-person experiences and the benefits it brings to both in-person and virtual participants. The conversation e...

In the first episode of the 'Living on Video & Digital Equity' series, hosts Jordan Arnold and Andrea Gauss from Allsteel explore the concept of effortlessly connecting in the context of remote and distributed work. They discuss the challenges and considerations of in-person, fully remote, and distributed meetings, emphasizing the importance of creating inclusive and equitable environments, bu...

Host Andrea Gauss from Allsteel welcomes designer Chris Adamick to discuss the design principles and features of the Allsteel Admix Furniture Collection. Chris emphasizes the importance of universal design principles for ensuring longevity and adaptability. They explore specific products, including a light-scale table system, a media wall designed for easy installation and maintenance, a versatile...