Stunning New Space l Hand and Plastic Surgery Centre

May 11th, 2012

Hand and Plastic Surgery Centre InstallWe are very happy with our new space.  Everybody loves their furniture.
Sue Hendrickson
Office Manager
Hand and Plastic Surgery Centre

Hand and Plastic Surgery Centre was moving from their old location into a new construction space.  Their goal was to create a more upscale image, as well as, address different storage and functional needs based on the services they provide.  A customer referral from a company in their building led them to contact Kentwood Office Furniture to start the process.

Kentwood met with the client to better understand their needs and created a plan for the new space.  Kentwood combined a variety of products to create a customized plan that fit the client’s style and budget needs.

Hand and Plastic Surgery CentreKentwood outfitted the office spaces with Trendway Trig desking.  Trig brings a welcome touch of residential appeal to the workplace – and a businesslike approach to supporting practical needs.  The crisp, clean lines and lighter scale reflect the contemporary styling that Hand and Plastic was seeking.

As the area’s leading remanufacturer, Kentwood Office Furniture included the budget-conscious option of reupholstering 25 of the client’s existing chairs in the plan.  Not only do the reupholstered Steelcase chairs look right at home in the new space, they freed up some capital to be spent on the remainder of the product.

For the remaining seating, Kentwood was able to pull from various manufacturers.  The blend of options met the needs of many different body types and sizes while providing a consistent look throughout the space.

Product Details
Hand and Plastic Surgery Centre
Grand Rapids, MI

Industry: Healthcare
Application: Administrative Office, Private Office, Lobby, Exam Room, Waiting Area
Products: Trendway Trig Desking, Cumberland Mulholland Seating, Harter Forum Seating, Harter Forum Tables, National Aurora Seating, HON Ignition Seating, HON Nucleus Seating, HON Ceres Seating, Premiera Seating, Reupholstered Steelcase Snodgrass Seating

Hand and Plastic Surgery Centre

5 Ways to Improve Your Office Space Right Now

May 1st, 2012

By Francesca Smith, Solutions Account Associate

Basic office needs often start with desks and chairs, but there are other ways to improve your office space right away without having to go through a total renovation. Desks, chairs, and workstations require much more thought and investment and deserve their own blog post for a later time.

Instead, I’ll focus on some lesser thought of but equally important spaces when it comes to increasing productivity, improving overall image, and enhancing retention and recruitment of employees.

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The Rapid Looks to the Future with Completed Operations Center

April 18th, 2012

The Rapid Operations CenterThe Rapid had a specific aesthetic vision for the new facility.  Kentwood Office Furniture suggested custom options from Kimball that fit the vision and color scheme perfectly.

The Rapid has been growing steadily since its start in 2000. They required an updated and expanded space which could support current and future growth. That is just what they got with the new Wealthy Street Operations Center. The center is a LEED certified building which uses natural light to illuminate much of the building. Bus washes have water reclaim systems and the building will collect rainwater to further reduce water consumption. Solar collectors will help heat the water the facility uses, compact rooftop wind turbines will provide much of the energy needed to operate the center, and the building materials are primarily durable/recycled.

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Office Olympics in Full Swing

April 17th, 2012

If you have been to Fifth Third Ballpark to cheer on the West Michigan Whitecaps this season, you may have witnessed the Kentwood Office Furniture “Office Olympics”.   Plenty of crazy office-related contests will keep contestants battling it out for top honors between innings at the ballpark.  Maybe we could all incorporate a game of musical chairs or a chair race into our 9 to 5 routine today.

Architectural Walls Create a Functional Shared Space for Spectrum Health

April 12th, 2012

Spectrum was moving their Neuro Rehab and Home Care departments from their current building to the nearby Visiting Nurse facility. Not only were they on a limited budget, but they needed to find a creative way to create private office space in the open lobby area. Kentwood utilized TrendWall products to create enclosed architectural walled offices. A blend of remanufactured and new products for the working areas created a functional blend for departments that worked for everyone involved.

Project Details
Spectrum Health
Grand Rapids, MI

Industry: Healthcare
Application: Architectural Walls, Private Office, Lobby, Scheduling Stations
Products: Trendway TrendWall, Remanufactured Herman Miller Action Office Stations

National Office Furniture Announces Fourth Annual $25,000 Gift of Inspiration for Education Environments

March 30th, 2012

National Office Furniture Gift of InspirationNational Office Furniture announces its fourth annual $25,000 Gift of Inspiration for Education Environments. As education funding and enrichment program support remain challenged, National is pleased to offer the $25,000 Gift of Inspiration to enhance the learning experience and provide new opportunities for student and educator advancement. The donation can be used for technology needs, scholarships, training and development programs, facility enhancements or any other worthy endeavor.

Education organizations can enter now through August 31, 2012, simply by registering at www.NationalOfficeFurniture.com/Education

Kentwood Office Continues to Raise the Bar in the Used Office Furniture Arena

February 7th, 2012

Indicon Used Office Furniture InstallationIndicon was looking to provide their employees with a creative, innovative space.  They needed a solution quickly, that met their budget.  KOF created a great space for their team, and the move went quickly and smoothly.

COST SAVINGS
Kentwood Office Furniture uses pre-owned furniture to create another environmentally-friendly office showplace at a fraction of the cost.  Their ability to provide products with fresh aesthetics quickly, and cost effectively, has made them an unparalleled resource throughout the Midwest region.  These products are up–to-date, support current technology, and are designed to meet each customer’s specific need.  Not only do their customers benefit financially from these value oriented solutions, the environment does as well.  Many of their solutions utilize 100 percent used or remanufactured furniture products.  This service focuses on keeping products and components out of the landfills and into the hands of those that need it.

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Furniture Plan Makes Continued Expansion Easy for Ross

January 17th, 2012

Ross Medical Remanufactured StationsRoss Medical Education Center offers healthcare training for individuals looking to move into the Medical Assistant, Medical Office Administration and Dental Assistant career fields. As the need for trained staff continues to grow, the school continues to expand. Ross was looking for a furniture partner that would be able to meet their expansion needs and service them throughout the country. Kentwood Office Furniture created a set of standard furniture specifications that easily adapt to the needs of each unique location. The dedicated sales and installation team work closely with Ross to ensure that each project runs smoothly and that each location can get up and running on time and on budget.

Ross Medical Education CenterProject Details
Ross Medical Education Center
Grand Rapids, MI

Industry: Healthcare Education
Application: Lobby, Private Office, Classroom, I.T.
Products: HON, ABCO, Sandusky, Remanufactured

Healthcare Organizations Can Win a $25,000 Gift of Inspiration

December 20th, 2011

National Office Gift of Inspiration

What would your healing organization invest in with an extra $25,000?

National Office Furniture would like to do our part in assisting your healthcare organization by giving you an opportunity to win a $25,000 Gift of Inspiration. Registration open through February 29, 2012.

Click here to enter

Medbio Finds Product Mix a Perfect Fit

November 18th, 2011

Medbio InstallationMedbio’s continued company growth led them to acquire a new, larger space. They needed to furnish a beautiful space without breaking the bank. Kentwood Office Furniture had outfitted several spaces for them in the past and was ready to assist. Kentwood Office suggested a mix of new and remanufactured products to meet the customer’s goals. Remanufactured Herman Miller workstations provided huge savings for Medbio. Medbio’s new workspace is beautiful, functional and cost-effective – the perfect combination for a growing business!

Project Details
Medbio
Grand Rapids, MI

Industry: Medical Contract Manufacturing
Application: Private Office, Open Office, Breakroom, Conference Room
Products: Remanufactured Herman Miller Ethospace Workstations, Remanufactured Herman Miller Action Office Workstations with Clear Story, Premiera Desking, Safco Sassy Chairs and Stools, Lateral Files, Conference Table