by Ann Withanee — June 11, 2012—Despite the prevalent use of open plan offices in most corporate facilities, there are times when only a private office will do. Kimball Office has its classic Definition casegoods line, which has been expanded with functional enhancements. The design update and added functionality in Definition include a contemporary look and a bevy of options that support different design approaches to balance the need for meetings and individual work spaces. Not overlooked are different organizational needs of a multigenerational workforce, and, of course, ever-expanding technologies. Definition enhancements will be displayed center stage in Kimball Office’s Chicago showroom during the week of June 11.
Many of Definition’s new progressive and contemporary enhancements complement the line’s existing, classic style. A new angled extension top creates a cockpit and can host up to three guests for impromptu meetings; additional extension tops, legs and panels are available to build flexible workwalls. Definition’s enhancements also support wired technology with new grommets that sit flush to the surface, and hinged modesty panels to help manage and hide cabling. Other new enhancements are partial-height modesty panels and the choice between a classic U-leg, open-frame leg, cylinder base or veneer panels for extensions. Definition’s finished backs allow the line to stand alone or integrate with systems products such as Kimball Office’s Traxx and Tiles wall system, and Cetra and Xsite panel systems.
Definition is available with finishes from Kimball Office’s new Vision Collection of natural and premium veneers. The natural finishes support Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) wood options and include Kimball Office’s proprietary ultraviolet (UV) finish, Pura.
Definition meets Scientific Certification Standards (SCS) Indoor Advantage Gold and American National Standards Institute/Business and Institutional Furniture Manufacturer’s Association (ANSI/BIFMA) “level” 2 and 3 sustainable certifications for furniture. The products could contribute toward Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) credits from the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), and support an organization’s sustainability practices. Definition’s enhancements will be available in fall 2012.
Kimball Office products can be found on Kimball Office’s ecoScorecard, an online tool to quickly and simply research sustainable products and download documentation for green building programs such as LEED.
For more information, visit the Kimball Office Web site.
