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Good. Better. Best. There’s no one-size-fits-all when it comes to dealership design, but there are smart ways to level up your workflow. We pulled insights from our Configura CET presentation to break it down: ? Good: get project details right the first time ? Better: optimize processes to reduce rework ? Best: build a culture that supports designers and drives results What’s working for your team? #KimikoDesigns #CETExperience #FurnitureDealer #Specification

Before you toss that worn-out chair, pause. Breathe. And ask yourself: Does it just need a little glow-up? In this video, Dianne's sharing Just One Thing you can do instead. #JustOneThing #KimikoGreen #FurnitureSustainability #CircularSolutions Caryn Ogier, AIA, RID, LEED AP, PMP, Amanda Epplin, Joanna Friesen Toler, Randy Miller, Installnet, Ecoserv Group

Cubicles. They’re big. They’re bulky. And they’re everywhere. Before you resign yours to a landfill fate, there’s Just One Thing you should know. Watch to see how to turn those towering panels into something way cooler. #JustOneThing #KimikoGreen #CircularSolutions #SustainableWorkplace Caryn Ogier, AIA, RID, LEED AP, PMP, Amanda Epplin

Can you spot reason #216 why its VITAL to include a furniture planner on your next project team? (Hint, look at the "time out cubicle" along the window). At the very least, hire a planner to QA/QC your space plans and you will avoid surprise building battles, electrical oopsies, column catastrophies, missing markerboards and more... more things like unintended Time Out Cubicles. PS, does this layout mean return to work and never leave again? You can't make this stuff up and it happens way more often than you'd think! #KimikoDesigns #CommercialFurniture #QAQC #InteriorDesign Rachel Johansen, Lisa Curtis Haugen, Ginger Cookson, Caryn Ogier, AIA, RID, LEED AP, PMP

Time for our favorite tradition—the monthly photo roundup! Here’s what our crew’s been up to: - Dianne Kimiko Murata hit the trails in Rancho Cucamonga - Jessica Palmer + fam took on Disney - Stacy Welch’s beagles turned 1 - Erin Edelson checked out Graceland - Denise Anderson, CID in MN, RID in MO’s daughter scoped out Harding University - Lizzi Layer’s kids stayed warm (barely!) - Tamara Campbell spotted some furniture in the wild in Colorado What were you up to last month? Drop your highlights below! #KimikoDesigns #TeamKimiko #FurnitureNerds

Confidence isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about knowing you can figure it out. In the world of specification, we’ve all had those projects that test our patience, push our limits and demand everything from us. But here’s the thing: you’ve done hard things before, and you’ll do them again. Show up. Stay resilient. Trust your expertise. What’s the toughest project you’ve tackled? #KimikoDesigns #Specification #FurnitureDealer #Resiliency #Designer

Sustainability doesn’t have to be overwhelming—just start with one thing. Like task chairs. A single category. A simple shift. In this video, Dianne breaks down how small changes in procurement, reuse or donation can make a measurable impact. One action leads to the next. Let’s get started. #KimikoGreen #JustOneThing #CircularEconomy #Sustainability Dianne Kimiko Murata, Caryn Ogier, AIA, RID, LEED AP, PMP, Amanda Epplin

Sustainability in furniture is evolving, and so are the conversations shaping it. I recently sat down with mebl | Transforming Furniture to dive into what’s next for circularity, why the industry needs a mindset shift, and how small actions lead to big impact. It’s always exciting to connect with others pushing for change. Check out the full interview: https://lnkd.in/gZRiFvUe #KimikoGreen #Circularity #Sustainability #mebl #meblTransformingFurniture

Not every piece of furniture needs to be replaced—sometimes, it just needs a little refresh. In this JOT video, I’m sharing three simple ways to extend the life of what you already have. Let’s rethink what’s possible. #KimikoGreen #HermanMillerCosm #MillerKnoll #Circularity #JustOneThing Caryn Ogier, AIA, RID, LEED AP, PMP, Amanda Epplin, Joanna Friesen Toler, J.Tyler, WRG - Houston, Kory Doolittle El-Refaei, MillerKnoll, Ryan Hargrove

Furniture planning isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s a powerful tool for organizations and the planet. In our article for IFMA FMJ magazine, Dianne breaks down five key strategies that help facility leaders reduce waste, extend product life cycles and create long-term value. It’s not about perfection, it’s about progress. Let’s move the needle—one decision at a time. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gPGiY4dQ #KimikoGreen #FurniturePlanning #IFMA #Circularity #Sustainability #Article Caryn Ogier, AIA, RID, LEED AP, PMP, Amanda Epplin, Joanna Friesen Toler, Dean Stanberry, SFP, CFM, Matt Tucker, Cassandra Warholak