Who: Allsteel | Gunlocke
What: A virtual series of CEU’s and industry discussions to explore topical themes
When: Two Tuesdays per month starting on April 14, 2020
Where: https://www.allsteeloffice.com/insights/events/learning-labs
(MUSCATINE, IA – April 2020) – Allsteel Inc. and The Gunlocke Company LLC, leading office furniture manufacturers and sister brands under HNI Corporation, proudly announce the launch of Learning Labs, a virtual series of CEU’s and industry discussions. Starting Tuesday, April 14, 2020, Allsteel | Gunlocke will offer digital webinars to connect the design community and drive compelling conversations about the most pertinent topics in the industry. The series will run twice a month and offer insights into areas such as agility and flexibility, professional services, interaction, collaboration, and other topical themes. Credits for CEU’s are available for architects and interior designers. To register and receive updates on “hot topics”, please visit www.allsteeloffice.com/insights/events/learning-labs.
April 14, 11-12:15pm CDT - Agility + Flexibility CEU
The word ‘agile’ is part of many terms used to define the workplace - agile processes, agile spaces, agile teams, agile work. There are commonalities across them all – flexibility and adaptably for example – but it’s important to understand what the word ‘agile’ means to your client or organization before starting the design process. This course outlines key definitions, and describes specific organizational, spatial, and work setting components that need to be considered when designing an ‘agile’ workspace. Listen to the recording here.
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April 28, 11-12pm CDT - Designing for New Realities: Post Pandemic Workplace Considerations
Allsteel | Gunlocke will explore the future of the workplace as we see it now. This 1-hour session will cover:
- Materiality: Is ‘Cleanability’ the New ‘Sustainability?’
- Social Distancing: Social Collaborative
- Remote Work: WFH and Integrating at Work
- International Discussion with Pam Keefe, Vice President of HNI International
May 5, 11-12pm CDT - Professional Services CEU
This CEU looks at the evolving professional services client as the industry changes, new ways of working, and new opportunities that are playing out in workplace design. The presentation will be a good primer for those who are interested in the breadth of what we are seeing and the shifts that might be coming.
May 19, 11-12pm CDT - Hot Topic #2
Allsteel | Gunlocke will explore the future of the workplace as we see it now.
June 9, 11-12pm CDT - Interaction and Collaboration 2.0 CEU
Collaboration is a vital part of work in the 21st century; yet our understanding of the actual activities in which workers engage and how best to design for them so that spaces don’t sit empty or frustrate their users is lacking. This course will briefly make the case for planning effective spaces, then review a series of considerations that cover “planning”, “provisioning” and “using” elements. We’ll test our theories with real examples, and share tools to apply in practice.
June 23, 11-12pm CDT - Hot Topic #3
Allsteel | Gunlocke will explore the future of the workplace as we see it now.
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July 7, 11-12pm CDT - Power to the People Presentation
Power to the People shares four complementary perspectives on people: what motivates us, what engages us, the science behind performance, and what drives our behavior in social settings - including the office. The more we understand how we tick, how interdependent we are, and why we crave agency and belonging, the more we can contribute to the success of the people our workplace strategies and designs are meant to enable.
July 21, 11-12pm CDT - Hot Topic #4
Allsteel | Gunlocke will explore the future of the workplace as we see it now.
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About Allsteel
Since 1912, Allsteel Inc. has offered a world-class, comprehensive range of workplace products and solutions. We simplify the office planning process by helping our customers align their workplace strategy with their business strategy. The result is fit-to-business solutions that deliver meaningful change in a way that works for them today, as well as tomorrow. Headquartered in Muscatine, IA, the company has Resource Centers in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco and Washington, D.C. For additional information, visit www.allsteeloffice.com or follow Allsteel on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, Pinterest and YouTube.
About Gunlocke
Since 1902, Gunlocke has led the industry in the design and production of solution-centric, collaborative, contract furniture for high-performance and aesthetically discriminating office environments. Specializing in casegoods, seating, and tables, the company carries forward a tradition of quality craftsmanship and technical expertise. In addition, it features the Gunlocke Advantage – legendary support for dealers, architects, designers and customers, all backed by the industry’s strongest warranty. The Gunlocke name stands for lasting design integrity, uncompromising manufacturing excellence, and enduring substance. U.S. Presidents, leading business decision makers, and discerning professionals choose Gunlocke. Partners and customers are invited to visit a Gunlocke showroom, conveniently located in Chicago, Dallas, San Francisco, New York City, and Washington, D.C., or at their headquarters in Wayland, New York.