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In the fourth episode of the 'Sustainability' series, host Andrea Gauss explores Allsteel's enhanced portfolio and their commitment to sustainability alongside Chad Johnson, Senior Product Manager, and Brian Kaule, Director of Design. They explore the intricacies of designing for the environment, stressing the importance of making informed decisions regarding chemistry, climate, and circularity. The conversation highlights the benefits of collaboration with design partners and industrial designers in fostering innovative solutions. Additionally, they emphasize the significance of materials and integration in sustainability efforts, advocating for the use of sustainable materials while minimizing reliance on polymer and petroleum. Considerations for the end of product life, such as deconstruction and facilitating recycling streams, are also discussed, along with the value of life cycle assessment and environmental product declaration in assessing and improving environmental impacts. Learn More: www.allsteeloffice.com/tell-me-more

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 conversation explores various initiatives and examples of circularity, such as reusing waste in products, utilizing recycled materials, and partnering with organizations like ANEW to redistribute furniture. The episode highlights the need for a better approach to waste management and emphasizes the industry-wide challenge of reducing office furniture waste. The hosts also discuss the importance of planning for decommissioning and thinking about the end of a product's lifecycle from the beginning. Learn more: ⁠www.allsteeloffice.com/tell-me-more

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 explains HNI's goals and progress in reducing scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, highlighting the company's commitment to renewable energy. The challenges and initiatives for addressing scope 3 emissions are also explored, along with the importance of data in this process. Learn more: ⁠www.allsteeloffice.com/tell-me-more

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 explains how HNI is working towards evaluating 100% of their materials and chemicals by 2025 and partnering with Iowa State University for testing. They also touch on the difficulties of obtaining ingredient information from suppliers and the massive amount of data involved in evaluating product lines. Learn more: www.allsteeloffice.com/tell-me-more

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 have helped solve for clients, such as creating functional and personalized workspaces in shrinking footprints. They then discuss the introduction of Reachable Veneer and how it offers a cost-effective and sustainable solution for clients. The conversation ends with a discussion about the family-like atmosphere at Gunlocke and their strong roots in the community. Learn More: ⁠www.allsteeloffice.com/tell-me-more⁠ | ⁠www.gunlocke.com ⁠

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 continuation of Gunlocke's heritage. They also talk about the evolution of Gunlocke's product line, such as the Silea desking system, and how it addresses the needs of the modern workplace. They discuss the concept of the modern leader and how Gunlocke's products support mentoring, coaching, and accessibility. They also touch on the importance of materiality and sustainability in Gunlocke's designs. Learn More: ⁠www.allsteeloffice.com/tell-me-more⁠ | ⁠www.gunlocke.com ⁠

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. They also highlight Gunlocke's role in the community and its connection to famous figures like Jackie Kennedy and US presidents. The conversation concludes with the excitement about Gunlocke's renewed focus and the pride the employees feel in being part of the Gunlocke family. Learn More: ⁠www.allsteeloffice.com/tell-me-more⁠ | ⁠www.gunlocke.com ⁠

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 episode highlights Gunlocke’s rich heritage, dating back to 1902, with a strong focus on craftsmanship and sustainability. The concept of design harmony is explored, emphasizing the role of Gunlocke products within the larger floor plan to create aesthetically pleasing and high-quality workspaces. The third pillar, meaningful solutions, is discussed in terms of collaborative teams, tailored solutions, and vertical insights.

The conversation concludes by teasing future episodes that will delve deeper into Gunlocke's heritage, design harmony, and meaningful solutions. Learn More: www.allsteeloffice.com/tell-me-more | www.gunlocke.com

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 finding inspiration in diverse aesthetics. He discusses the role of design in revitalizing cities and creating attractive workspaces. Additionally, he emphasizes the need for two-way mentoring and the value of continuous learning in the design field.

Allsteel's 'Doing More' series shares authentic voices, stories, and perspectives from design leaders in the A&D community. Learn More: ⁠www.allsteeloffice.com/doing-more

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 spaces and how they have evolved to meet the needs of hybrid work. They also discuss the role of culture in workspace design and the value of intentional design in fostering company culture. The integration of digital technology and the role of designers in creating intentional spaces are also explored. The hosts emphasize the importance of socialization and networking in the workplace and how it can contribute to organizational agility. They conclude by highlighting the importance of linking organizational objectives to individual intentions in order to create a workspace that aligns with the unique culture and purpose of the organization. Learn More: www.allsteeloffice.com/tell-me-more