Exploring Post-Neocon perspectives | Part 1
In the ever-evolving commercial interiors industry, the concept of cross-generational spaces has gained significant value. With diverse age groups working together in modern workplaces, there is a growing need for furniture that promotes collaboration and flexibility. Collaborative and flexible furniture not only fosters teamwork and communication but also accommodates the varying needs and preferences of individuals across different generations.
Let’s set the stage for you. It’s 9:00 am on a Monday morning and today is an in-office workday, but your calendar is filled with back-to-back meetings and zero down time to breathe or socialize with your colleagues. You find yourself constantly moving between working, meetings, and collaboration time. All these rapid shifts are a daily reality, and you find yourself moving from one office space to another based on the necessity of your work mode. This is typically by scooping up laptops, floorplans, and coffee mugs and lugging them from room to room. But what if you could simply slide them across the table? What if there was an all-in-one system that made switching work modes as simple as moving over to the next seat beside your colleague who is ready to collaborate?
Morse Table System by NaughtOne
The introduction of the Morse Table System by NaughtOne during the Fulton Market Design Days showcased the flexibility and infinite possibilities that can solve the need we described above. Because hybrid is here to stay, the office continues to be a necessity. The Morse Table system serves multiple purposes in one day from a solo workspace to collaboration area. The Morse Table system fits in different markets such as universities, design studios, shared office spaces, and even airports and is one of the most customizable systems we’ve seen to promote a successfully flexible workspace.
This year NeoCon and Fulton Market Design Days showcased new products, like Morse, from manufacturers, highlighting the ever-changing role of workplace design, redefining flexibility, and solving real world challenges. The exhibition floors displayed many things, but the following insights were the most prevalent:
COLLABORATIVE AND FLEXIBLE FURNITURE FOR CROSS-GENERATIONAL SPACES
MOBILITY AND RECONFIGURABLE FURNITURE IS ESSENTIAL
GREEN IS KING- SUSTAINABILITY IS EVERYWHERE
SOCIAL + TECHNOLOGY= A WINNING COMBINATION
Collaborative and Flexible Furniture for Cross-Generational Spaces
In the ever-evolving commercial interiors industry, the concept of cross-generational spaces has gained significant value. With diverse age groups working together in modern workplaces, there is a growing need for furniture that promotes collaboration and flexibility. Collaborative and flexible furniture not only fosters teamwork and communication but also accommodates the varying needs and preferences of individuals across different generations.
MillerKnoll Design Days introduced the Fuld Nesting Chair designed by Stefan Deiz. The nesting chair is ideal for workshop spaces where the chairs can “nest” together when not in use to save space and allow for easy reconfiguration. Because of its contoured shape it allows users to remain comfortable as they shift around. Available late summer, so stay tuned!
Mobility and Reconfigurable Furniture is Essential
Movable and reconfigurable furniture has gained significant popularity, allowing spaces to serve multiple functions in a day and switch purposes in a matter of minutes. It has become essential in the commercial interior industry. Its adaptability, cost-effectiveness, and ability to repurpose your workspace on the fly make it an ideal choice for organizations aiming to create versatile spaces.
A great example of this was seen in the Global Furniture Group Showroom with Team Cart from their new spaces line launching this fall. Team Cart enables the creation of spaces where teams can collaborate and connect in a flexible work environment. In its basic form the cart is a coat rack and can be accessorized with shelves, white board panels, as well as tackable panels. The panels can be full size, they clamp on vertical rails that can be adjusted or stacked and be used on a coordinating wall track system. The cart can also be used in combination with a media unit, and it becomes a mobile media cart for presentations!
In Part 2 of this blog series, we will delve deeper into the next two insights from sustainability to the social + technology combination. Stay tuned for an exciting exploration of how technology, design, and sustainability are shaping the furniture of tomorrow.
celebrating diversity
In a world where different cultures and perspectives clash, it is more important than ever to understand and celebrate cultural diversity. In fact, diversity is something that should be celebrated every day, not just on World Day for Cultural Diversity. As a company that pursues diversity within our walls, we want to commemorate this special day by sharing the voices of our employees.
In a world where different cultures and perspectives clash, it is more important than ever to understand and celebrate cultural diversity. In fact, diversity is something that should be celebrated every day, not just on World Day for Cultural Diversity. As a company that pursues diversity within our walls, we want to commemorate this special day by sharing the voices of our employees. Our team is composed of people from various cultural backgrounds, and we want to highlight their unique voices by sharing things they feel people should know about their culture.
“Greeks have an unwavering pride in our culture, our passion for coffee, and deep respect for family and traditions. We carry our cultural heritage as a badge of honor. Coffee is vital and serves as a symbol of savoring the present moment. Family and parties lie at the heart of our culture!”
“Pakistanis go above and beyond to ensure the comfort and happiness of our visitors, whether it is a cup of chai or just a warm welcome, we take pride in our hospitality. Apart from our famous spices, herbs, turmeric infused dishes, our clothing is a vibrant reflection of our country’s heritage.”
“What people outside of Mexico refer to as, “Mexican Food” is often, Tex-Mex. Our cuisine is known for its bold flavors, colorful presentations, and diverse ingredients. From street tacos and enchiladas to rich mole sauces, Mexico embodies a celebration of flavors. It is not only known for our vibrance and traditions, but also known for inventing Color TV by Guillermo Gonzalez Camarena who was only 17 years old.”
“Egyptians are known for their awe-inspiring pyramids, hieroglyphics, and remarkable civilization, the ancient Egyptians continue to fascinate and intrigue us to this day. We invented a lot of things we use today like musical instruments, keys, cosmetics, toothpaste and more. Not many know that both men and women wore makeup to protect the skin from the hot sun, and of course they also believed it had healing powers. Green and black makeup were common, green made from copper and the black was lead. Interesting to learn the origins of modern items reach back into history that far.”
Celebrating diversity should not just be a one-day event but something that we should practice every day. As a company, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We hope that this blog has inspired you to embrace the richness that cultures bring. We encourage you to share your experiences and thoughts on cultural diversity with us and see how we can work together to create a more diverse and inclusive workplace for your organization.
Remember: diversity is our strength!
Our Employees Speak Out: Why They Choose to Work at Corporate Environments
So, what makes a workplace amazing? Is it the company policy, the office amenities, the bonus structure, pay, or work model? We can attest that it’s the people that we hire, the people who help build company culture because without them Corporate Environments would not be as successful as it has been today.
Corporate Environments was recently recognized by the AJC as a Top Workplace for 2023! So, what makes a workplace amazing? Is it the company policy, the office amenities, the bonus structure, pay, or work model? We can attest that it’s the people that we hire, the people who help build company culture because without them Corporate Environments would not be as successful as it has been today. Our goal at Corporate Environments is to create an environment that supports employee growth, well-being as well as spark innovation and deliver unmatched client experiences. We asked a few of our employees why they decided to join, stay, and apply from within.
Meet some of our employees!
Why did you decide to apply from within rather than search for outside opportunities?
ANDREA GOINGS
Architectural Solutions
Project Coordinator
Atlanta, GA
I have been with CE for 3+ years and truly have great admiration for the business and quality we as a company present. The company is ever changing and progressive, and I say that because I am in my career as well. When the opportunity was listed internally for the Architectural Solutions Project Coordinator, I quickly applied. It was a different realm than furniture, but it was an opportunity to make myself better and learn more.
Why did you decide to join corporate environments?
BRIAN BRIGGS
Project Manager
Atlanta, GA
After my initial phone interview with the recruiter, I began my research on who and what this company was about and in doing so, I became more and more intrigued with the overall make up, purpose and vision of the company. Then throughout my interview process, I began to meet the people that make up this company and experience the culture which helps drives this vehicle called CE to success.
What was your experience like on your first day?
So far, during these long industrious few weeks I’ve been here, lol … I have enjoyed every moment of the ride. It’s like learning a new language every day I come in to work, which excites me beyond words. My baptism began with excel overload and status reports with a few site visits sprinkled in along the way. Like a kid at Christmas who can’t wait to show off his new gifts, I can’t wait to show this company that the investment they made in me is worth its weight in gold.
why did you decide to apply from within rather than search for outside opportunities?
EMILY SMITH
Healthcare
Project Coordinator
Atlanta, GA
I have always had an ambitious attitude when it comes to my work life and one of the key factors for me at work is the opportunity for growth. I joined the CE family in June of 2022 and from day one I always told everyone I was eager to grow and expand my knowledge within. As soon as the position for Healthcare Project Coordinator was posted, I knew that it was something I wanted to apply for. I really enjoy being a part of CE and am so thankful that opportunities to be promoted from within.
WHAT MADE YOU STAY AT CORPORATE ENVIRONMENTS?
KURT MEYER
Sr. Sales Representative
Atlanta, GA
I loved the market but wanted to engage deeper with the entire project process. CE gave me that opportunity. Once you’re here you’re hooked! It’s a family.
It sounds cliché, but your clients become your friends and family as well. I have many clients who we’ve partnered on relocations 4-5 times over the years. I feel lucky to have found a place I love.
why did you decide to join corporate environments?
MIA PHAN
Project Designer
Savannah, GA
I really thought it would be a good fit for me to make the move. It is a woman owned company, has an array of talented people, represents brands that I like in commercial design, and it seemed like everyone enjoys their job – which is an important detail that I was missing at the time.
What was your experience like on your first day?
I noticed that everyone is really welcoming and genuine, and no one is too important for you to reach out to and have a conversation. I think it is extremely helpful that the designers here include the whole team on helping source items for different projects if it is needed because it really pulls together everyone’s knowledge for the benefit of the project.
We hold the Top Workplace award with high honor. Corporate Environments encourages employee feedback and allows every voice to be heard. Our vision is to be the company people want to do business with and people want to work for. When employees go through the onboarding process, they take part in the CE culture including monthly birthday celebrations, team lunches, happy hours, team outings, and more! But we know any company can provide free lunches and free beer, so what sets us apart from our competition? The people that cultivate our culture.
Being part of the commercial interior office design industry means that competition is everywhere, so to set Corporate Environments apart from the rest, we continue to place employees as our most valuable resource and priority and strive to retain our wonderful team.
As we continue to strengthen and grow our team, we are always looking for top talent. Check out our current open positions.
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From Employee to Entrepreneur: A Journey of a Woman-Owned Furniture Dealer
“DO YOUR BEST IN WHATEVER JOB YOU HAVE, NO MATTER WHAT IT IS. LEARN THE MOST YOU CAN, EXPAND YOUR EXPERIENCE AND DO SOMETHING DIFFERENT. NEVER BE AFRAID TO TRY SOMETHING DIFFERENT.” - Karen Hughes
“DO YOUR BEST IN WHATEVER JOB YOU HAVE, NO MATTER WHAT IT IS. LEARN THE MOST YOU CAN, EXPAND YOUR EXPERIENCE AND DO SOMETHING DIFFERENT. NEVER BE AFRAID TO TRY SOMETHING DIFFERENT.”
- KAREN HUGHES
Emerging from the activities of labor movements during the twentieth century in North America and Europe, in 1977, the United Nations officially established March 8th as International Women’s Day. A decade later, the National Women’s History Project petitioned to designate March as Women’s History Month. Year after year, the recognition has increased globally, and society has celebrated many contributions by women to history. Because this year’s Women’s History Month theme was Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories, Karen Hughes, CEO + Owner of Corporate Environments, shared her story with our team. It was an intimate and encouraging opportunity to learn about her journey of being an auditor to a business owner.
From living out of a suitcase, wearing a hard hat, and being a stay-at-home mom to becoming CEO + Owner of Corporate Environments, Karen accurately represents a perseverant person, taking every opportunity with a leap of faith. Her story is a testament to her courage and willingness to take risks. Growing up with brothers, Karen often found herself being very competitive, and with the mindset of “whatever they (her brothers) can do, she could do better,” she was able to hack the ideology of how boys could do some things girls couldn’t.
To prove everyone that she could do it, she went off to Auburn University and graduated with an accounting degree and later earned a master’s degree in accounting. After interviewing with several companies, Karen moved to Birmingham, where she worked in the auditing department which required her to travel extensively due to many of her clients being out of state. Despite the challenge of balancing work and family life, Karen persevered until she realized that living out of a suitcase away from home during the week was not what she wanted. Time passed, and Karen eventually transitioned into a different field- manufacturing, where a hard hat and boots were required. After the unions went on strike, she learned she would have to live at the plant for months and realized she did not want to be locked in, so she opted to move on.
After that experience, Karen started auditing for an office furniture company. From the start, many concerns arose, and she realized that the organization was not abiding by the accounting principles, which did not align with Karen’s beliefs. Karen decided the position was not the right fit for her and again chose to move on. After having two children and relocating to Atlanta, Karen decided to take a break from work to become a stay-at-home mom. However, when the 1990 savings and loan crisis hit, it took a toll on her husband’s commercial real estate company, and they began downsizing, downsizing, and downsizing until finally it reached the point where they both felt that Karen would need to find a job.
Once again, Karen had to go on the job hunt. While on the search for a job, she met John Harris, who was looking for someone to help run his furniture dealership’s internal operations at that time. They talked and checked each other out, and Karen finally decided it might be a good fit. Corporate Environments started with about eight employees, and after the merger with Ball Stalker, CE became a $25 million company overnight. It was like drinking from a fire hose. The constant growth and huge opportunity were exciting and required a lot from Karen to consolidate everything while running a business with little experience in knowing how to.
Through all this growth, John decided to move to the next phase of his life and sell the business. One day, he approached Karen with an offer, and for a second, she thought he had been drinking at lunch because she did not have the means to purchase such an organization. But her background in accounting brought out her analytical side, so she sat down and figured out how to make this happen. After careful thought, Karen moved forward with the acquisition.
A month before they closed the deal, CE won $10 million in business. At that time, they had a whole installation side of the business with a 100,000-square-foot warehouse and grew to 60 employees working in the field. Unfortunately, after 9/11, CE lost 30% of its business. Eventually, Karen decided to sell the installation side of the business, which had many overhead costs. After so many economic downturns, today, she claims it was the best business decision made that helped prevent any future financial drainage to CE’s stability.
Fast-forward to today, Corporate Environments has become a successful furniture dealership in the Atlanta Metropolitan area and has expanded into other southern regions, such as Savannah, Georgia. Corporate Environments is proud to say that we are woman-owned, and Karen’s story has made that even more real today. We continue to celebrate the women that make things possible.
Have you been inspired by a woman in your life?
let us know in the comments below!
Looking for love? These task chairs could be “the one.”
Have you ever considered how much time you spend sitting at your desk? We spend more time swiping on dating apps than thinking of the impact the chair we sit on has on our body and day-to-day productivity. Think about it, we spend about eight hours a day at work, and out of those eight hours, we are oblivious to the comfort level of the chair we’re sitting on.
February is the month where love fills the air. Although it is one of the shortest months, love always seems to saturate the entire month. During this time, many single people search for someone to spend Valentine’s Day with, but they’re not the only ones doing the searching- organizations are also searching to match their staff with the right task chair that supports employees during long sitting hours as well as after-hours conversations in the office.
Have you ever considered how much time you spend sitting at your desk? We spend more time swiping on dating apps than thinking of the impact the chair we sit on has on our body and day-to-day productivity. Think about it, we spend about eight hours a day at work, and out of those eight hours, we are oblivious to the comfort level of the chair we’re sitting on. Is that chair meeting our basic lumbar support needs? Is it causing that back pain we keep complaining about? Next time you notice pain or any discomfort, do some research on your current task chair.
We all need a soulmate that ensures we are comfortable while still bringing design aesthetics and ergonomic support. Finding the right task chair can be as tedious as getting a perfect match on Tinder, but we’ve done the work for you and have swiped right on the four most popular task seating chairs. So, if you’re looking for a long-term relationship, sit back and picture yourself sitting on one of the following chairs:
Let’s get to know the matched MillerKnoll candidates:
Aeron- By Herman Miller
Aeron is part of the Performance task section offering a variety of benefits, including a smarter weight distribution through 8z Pellicle, adjustable PostureFit SL for total spinal support, and balanced recline and natural movement by the Harmonic 2 Tilt. The Aeron compatibility is measured in three settings: Dedicated, Shared, and Group. Meaning the Aeron chair can acclimate to any setting while supporting you along the way. If you’re into sustainability, this chair is your perfect match; it contains over 50 percent recycled materials made with ocean-bound plastic. Some of the other key differentiators are the following:
Suspension seating with full ergonomic support
Iconic design that complements any space
The industry benchmark for ergonomics since 1994
Accommodates the widest range of body types/sizes
Verus By Herman Miller
If you’re still deciding whether you want a short-term or long-term relationship, Verus is the right one for you. Its ability to fit any aesthetic guarantees comfort to any type of sitter. It is the ergonomic chair for anyone and everyone at any time of the day. It’s quiet form and versatile design can shift this to any workplace aesthetic, while keeping your finances looking good. Not only is this chair the affordable type, it also comes from a diverse family, including the Verus Plus Chairs, Verus Side Chairs, and the Verus Stools. So, the comfort doesn’t stop at Verus, the legacy is continued by versatile options. Now, you decide which chair is best for you based on its differentiators:
Budget-Conscious
Rectilinear design
Versatile design
Wide range of selections
Generation by Knoll
Looking for a nontraditional love? Generation by Knoll combines freedom, holistic ergonomics, and elastic design to bring in a flexible back with a fun style. This chair encourages free expression, creativity, and engagement in any environment; it’s the partner that will bring out the best in you, even on a gloomy day. This candidate has gone above and beyond to receive the Best of NeoCon Gold Award for Seating in 2009, especially based with following differentiators:
Unparalleled flexibility
Frameless Flex Back ensuring optimal support for shoulders
Frameless Flex Seat
Dynamic Suspension providing weight-compensated without metal links/springs
Continuous lumbar support
Life by Knoll
Life by Knoll is the chair that will bring a joy to your work experience. It’s curves, slim silhouette and smooth movements set a standard of sophistication in design and ergonomics. The Life chair enriches the workplace with its light aesthetic, broad color, and finish palettes. It is a chair that brings beauty, comfort, and durability to the table. Not only is it supportive, it is also engineered for the environment. Its use of minimal materials and easily replaceable components help extend its usefulness. If you suffer from lumbar or shoulder pain, this is the chair that is paired with a back suspension fabric that will provide support in those areas, don’t go another day with pain, choose Life.
We get it. There are a lot of chairs in the sea, but it is important to pick the one that suits your needs. Choosing the right task chair can be challenging, tedious, and very exhaustive. With the number of options available, researching for the ideal chair can consume a lot of time, so we’ve narrowed down the list to the top candidates from the MillerKnoll Collective of Brands we think you should consider. Who knows, maybe you’ll swipe right and find your happily ever after (chair)!
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE TASK CHAIR?
LET US KNOW IN THE COMMENTS BELOW!
Herman Miller + Knoll = MILLERKNOLL. THE STORY BEHIND THE MOST INFLUENTIAL FURNITURE BRANDS UNITING AS ONE
The two most iconic brands in the design and architecture industry known as Knoll and Herman Miller have become an integrated institution. These two brands now as one unit, offers something so unimaginable and amazing that is going to be a driving force in the design and architecture world.
Two iconic brands harmonized into one!
If you haven’t already heard about the big news, we’re here to tell you! Well…. What is it you ask?!! The two most iconic brands in the design and architecture industry known as Knoll and Herman Miller have become an integrated institution. These two brands now as one unit, offers something so unimaginable and amazing that is going to be a driving force in the design and architecture world.
MillerKnoll, now one of the largest and most influential modern design companies in the world, is uniquely positioned to catalyze the transformation of the industry and redefine modern design. It’s safe to say that the design industry wouldn’t be what it is today without the Herman Miller and Knoll’s long history of creativity and modernization.
You’re probably reading and asking yourself what does this mean?
June 1st, 2022 marks a momentous milestone on our integration roadmap as Herman Miller and Knoll become unified as MillerKnoll.
Moving forward, MillerKnoll’s portfolio includes these brands:
Each one of these individual brands, that are now a part of the MillerKnoll collective, offer a distinct perspective on design and a full portfolio to suit diverse needs. Unifying these brands under one company has been aided by feedback from dealers, customers, and other important voices within the industry such as architects and designers.
The MillerKnoll collective has such a powerful and positive influence in the design world. These two iconic brands have brought us offers unique perspectives on design and that combined strength of values, people, and expertise, that these brands design the world we live in.
“We are excited to introduce MillerKnoll, a collective of dynamic brands coming together to design the world we live in,” ”
The history of both Knoll and Herman Miller has stood the test of time in the design world and has proved every tenant that both companies are founded upon. Their influence has shaped the way people think and feel about design. The design industry wouldn’t be what it is today without the influence of Herman Miller and Knoll’s extensive history. Tracing back to the origins of both companies, you can see that the integration of Herman Miller and Knoll are very complementary of each other, taking similar design approaches.
Founded in 1938, Knoll has been an international leader in utilizing the power of modern design to create environments where people aspire to work. Florence Schust was the starter of the idea of the modern office and pioneered the interior design profession. At an early age, Florence established her interest in architecture and was enrolled at the Kingswood School for girls across from the Cranbrook academy for work.
While attending Kingswood, Florence met Eliel Saarinen, who she became close friends with and established a strong relationship with the Saarinen family. From there, Florence made important connections and developed skills by attending Cranbrook that later launched her career in design. The connections Florence made throughout her journey lead to her to study under some of the greatest architects of the 20th century including Walter Gropius and Marcel Breuer in Cambridge, Massachusetts and Ludwig Mies van de Rohe at the Illinois Institute of Technology.
After some time, Florence moved to New York where she met Hans Knoll who was in the process of building his furniture company. With an interest in both design and business, Florence and Hans were able to grow the company into an international arbiter of style and design. After a few years of working together as business partners and friends, Florence and Hans Knoll were married.
Florence Knoll created the standard of modern corporate interiors post-war. She focused on space planning, and comprehensive design to office planning and really focused on each client and their needs, defining patterns of use, and understanding company hierarchies.
“She had that ability, to critique [something], to tear It apart and put it back together. She was something else.” Bob Longwell
The Knoll Planning Unit was founded by Florence Knoll in 1946 as an interior planning service working on projects for some of the biggest corporations in America. The team quickly became renowned for revolutionizing the American business environment with its unique, detail-oriented approach. Over the years, the Knoll Planning Unit designed interiors across the programmatic spectrum, from individual residences to restaurants to large corporate offices. In doing so, the division redefined the conventions of the 20th century office design, cementing the role of Knoll not simply as a company selling individual pieces of furniture, but as highly regarded curator of spaces.
Florence Knoll worked with some of the largest corporate offices in America such as IBM, GM, and CBS. With Florence’s attention to detail, eye for proportion and command of the modern aesthetic she often contributed her furniture designs to the Knoll catalog and referred her to her furniture designs as “Meat and Potatoes.” Many of her designs have been admired by her colleagues and are still celebrated today.
If you work in any type of office setting, you probably have heard the name Herman Miller. Herman Miller has been the leading ergonomic office chair manufacturer since the 1990’s.
100-years ago, Herman Miller was born into a company that puts emphasizes on great design, the environment, community service, and health and well-being of customers and employees. The company’s innovative, problem-solving designs and furnishings have inspired the best in people wherever they live, work, learn, heal, and play.
The Herman Miller Furniture line began when a determined young boy found himself at the helm of a new furniture company in Zeeland Michigan. As that company grew, they needed 18-year-old D.J De Pree to serve as a clerk for Michigan Star furniture. After ten years of working at Michigan Star Furniture, D.J proved himself and was named president of the company in 1919. After a few years of experience of being a president, he approached his father-in-law, Herman Miller, and asked Miller to buy most of the shares in the Michigan Star Furniture Company. He agreed, and the company was then named The Herman Miller Furniture Company.
In the 1930’s De Pree altered the company’s path, transforming Herman Miller into the first company in the United States to produce modern furniture for the masses. Since that time, the company’s growth has been extraordinary journey.
“In 1939, the company was opening its first showroom in Chicago’s Merchandise Mart. From that point on, company growth increased every year with more plants, offices, and showrooms opening around this country and eventually around the world.”
Herman Miller throughout its time, hasn’t been afraid to take risks and the company continues to provide trendy, cutting edge design for homes, offices, and healthcare environments.
One of Herman Miller’s main philosophies has been based on always being a human-centered design, which is proven by their products like the Aeron Chair. This designers of this chair Bill Stumpf and Don Chadwick set out to create a chair that was health-positive, cross-performing, inclusively sized, and environmentally sensitive. They crafted a chair unlike the word had ever seen, providing a comfortable solution without the standard use of foam, fabric, or leather. Aeron demonstrated a pioneering step in ergonomics and material innovation.
Modern furniture should complement architectural spaces, not complete with it.
MillerKnoll is a collective of brands that represents over 100 years of design research to serve humanity
MillerKnoll is a collective of dynamic brands that comes together to design the world.
Minimize the harmful effects on the environment and achieve ongoing improvements in environmental performance.
Success in greenhouse gas emissions at our manufacturing facilities, exceeding our goal by 23%, we redefined our Carbon Disclosure Project, which commits to further reductions and public disclosure.
Herman Miller and Knoll combined into one
As you may already know, both Herman Miller and Knoll were industry leaders separately, but now are a powerful force together by combining each company’s unique individuality together as one in the A+D industry.
“MillerKnoll is a collective of dynamic brands that comes together to design the world we live in. We design for the good of humankind, shaping a future that’s more sustainable, caring, and beautiful for all people and our planet.”
Knoll and Herman Miller were industry leaders on their own, both companies having such well-known history and legendary backgrounds. MillerKnoll will now continue to build on their legacies within the design and architectural world.
With the Official MillerKnoll launch, MillerKnoll will:
Catalyze the transformation of the home and office through a united portfolio of complementary brands
Support and grow existing Contract and Retail channels, as well as explore new ideas and business innovations, to ensure they meet the highest level of manufacturing excellence, customer sales and service, and idea experience.
Compromise global functional teams that serve the entire enterprise, including Manufacturing, Digital, Technology, Marketing, Strategy, Finance, Human Resources and Legal.
Drive growth and profitably with a scaled US and international footprint, maintain strong brand ownership designed to preserve and nurture the essence of the brands within the combines company’s portfolio, which includes the Herman Miller and Knoll brands.
“Our industry - and the world in general - is changing rapidly. design is the way we imagine and shape a better future. in coming together, we will define and lead this transformation, like we have other transformations in our history.”
- Andi Owen
MillerKnoll now benefits from increased reach and the ability to better serve customers across the contract furnishing sectors, residential trade segment and retail audience. In addition, MillerKnoll is well positioned to enhance engagement with architects and interior designers, who support the decision making for both Contract and Residential customers.
MillerKnoll will be led by legacy Herman Miller President and CEO, Andi Own. In addition to Owen, the combined company will be led by a world-class executive team made up of executives from both Herman Miller and Knoll.
According to Miller Knoll President and CEO Andi Owen, the merger will be symbiotic- the new structure will allow the brands to play off each other’s strengths and exceed what they could accomplish previously.
“Herman Miller and Knoll were on parallel paths in their approach to design: rooted in strong business principles, centered on fusing industry and craft, focused on problem solving, and deeply ingrained with spaces and places.”
Herman Miller and Knoll have continued with complementary approaches to making products for people in all places. These two design brands have been traveling alongside one another and intersecting for over 100 years. Herman Miller and Knoll’s shared DNA in design is the thread that invites MillerKnoll. As Hans and Florence once said, “good design is good business.” This guiding principle is even truer today and tomorrow was it was then.
What does this merger mean for Corporate Environments?
Corporate Environments is officially a MillerKnoll certified dealer, granting our clients access to the most comprehensive collection of design brands in the industry. Our company has created a long and trusting relationship with Knoll and Herman Miller and now get to access the best of both worlds that will provide immeasurable benefits to our clients. Our talented designers can provide a variety of solutions for any project and will customize spaces to meet the needs of every client.
With the long-lasting relationship Corporate Environments has with Knoll and the influence it has formed in the design word, we wanted to celebrate the legacy of partnerships and collaborations of Knoll with the most iconic designers like Eero Saarinen, Ludwig Mies can der Rohe and Harry Bertoia. At Corporate Environments, each conference room name is dedicated these iconic interior designers and to pay tribute to the legacy that they brought into the design community. Next time you visit our showroom, take notice of our nod to these incredible designers. Each room has its own design and uniqueness to the room that represents how different each designer was, but all shared the common theme of modernism in design.
If you think about it, Knoll has been around for quite some time, and it has not been outdated in any space or room. That because Knoll stood on the philosophy of “Modern is always good design” which has been proven time and again.
In summary, harmonious relationships are both functional and aesthetic, with MillerKnoll harmonizing together, the range of offerings allow designers to create tailored, cohesive spaces and scale to meet any challenge. Corporate Environments would love to show you all the possibilities on your next project!
CONNECT WITH US and let Corporate Environments create a workspace that will meet the needs of both your employees and your business.
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