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November 2004Productsphere

Workout

By Paul Makovsky

Posted November 8, 2004

The office is ever-changing, and tech-driven and sustainably oriented companies are now positioned to create products to meet today’s workplace demands. Ambient Devices and Motorola make use of innovative technologies like wireless embedded computing or voice and video compression to increase workplace efficiency. All of Girsberger’s products are designed to be easily disassembled at the end of a product’s working life. Steelcase’s recent introduction—a Pathways Privacy Wall—is fully constructed from environmentally friendly materials and finishes. Textile companies like Maharam, Victor Innovatex, and Carnegie continue to increase the number of their environmentally friendly offerings as demand from designers grows. All the products shown here offer something for those searching to transform their office into a better and more productive workplace.

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1. Rhyme & Reason Side Chair Collection for OFS
Both chairs have rectilinear frames. Rhyme is available with an open back or frosted glass, metal, or leather inserts. Reason has a padded fabric seat and back. (800) 521-5381; www.ofs.com
Courtesy of OFS.
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