7/1 4th of July

As the 4th of July nears, Kimball Office Mid Atlantic has been debating what is the best way to spend this 4th in the Metro Area.  We have complied a list of the ideal day in D.C. for you, your friends, and family to have a go at this 4th. On behalf of Kimball Office, enjoy!

• DC's Independence Day Parade runs on Constitution Avenue, starting at 11:45 AM, running from 7th to 17th Street.
• The Concert on the Washington Monument Grounds begins at 6 pm, with the US Navy Concert Band performing on the Southwest corner. This concert includes many other bands and plays until 9:10 PM, which is when the fireworks display begins.
• A Capitol Fourth Concert, with admittance starting at 3:00 PM, plays from 8 PM to 9:30 PM, located at the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol. This concert highlights the National Symphony Orchestra and several pop artists. This event will also be broadcasted live on WETA TV 26.
• The highlight of the 4th in D.C. is the Fireworks display over the Washington Monument, which are launched from the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool around 9:00 PM. The rain date for this event is July 5th. The best views in the city for the fireworks are: US Capitol, Lincoln Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, FDR Memorial, East Potomac Park, The National Mall in between 14th Street and the Capitol, and any roof top bars in D.C. 
• If you have nothing planned for the night, a cruise along the Potomac River is perfect. For more information, click here.
• For anyone Barbecuing this weekend- $1.00 Burger Special at the Whole Foods on P Street! From 8:00 AM to 10:30 PM on July 1st, burgers at 1440 P Street NW in DC will be on sale for $1.00. Each burger is 6-8oz and made from 85% lean beef with 8 different varieties. Our favorite picks are: Southwest Chipotle, Bistro- Burgundy, and Steakhouse. To read about this deal, click here.

In The News!:

New LEED Pilot Credit for Certified Products

The USGBC recently announced the new Pilot Credit 43: MR-Certified Products which outlines the use of certified products in LEED projects. The intent of this pilot credit is- to increase the use of products and materials with life cycles, ingredients, and attributes understood and optimized to improve overall environmental, economic, and social performance. The ANSI/BIFMA level certification program has been recognized as one of the product certifications that are included in the Pilot Credit 43. To learn more, click here.

Relating to this new Credit, 100% of all Kimball Office Products are now BIFMA level 2 or 3 certified! To calculate and manage your LEED projects with the help of  Kimball Office, click here.

New Things To Try In The Area: 

Why not enjoy your summer the D.C. way? Here are a few of D.C.'s most popular and favorite eateries, which all have major followings and various public recognitions. Test them out for yourself and see if they live up to the hype!

Bens Chili Bowl

Opening in 1958, Ben's Chili Bowl has been a hit for over 53 years.  Ben's notorious closing time of 4:00 AM on Friday's and Saturday's has been a tradition since 1968. With the assassination of Dr. King, riots swarmed D.C., and many retailers and restaurants shut down. Ben's received  special permission from the Police to stay open after "curfew" and provide not only food, but shelter, to firefighters, activists, and public servants trying to create order in the city. More recently, owners Ben and Virginia have been induced into the DC Hall of Fame, and were given the Key to the City in 2008. Ben's Chili Bowl still resides in its original location at 1213 U Street NW, while also expanding into the lot next door to create Ben's Next Door. In 2008 a smaller Ben's Chili Bowl opened in National's Stadium, and a 4th location is now open at RFK Stadium. Our favorites at this Landmark are: Ben's Famous All Meat Chili Dog!, Chili-Cheese Fries, and the Chili Con Carne. To Check out more, click here.

President Obama making an appearance at Ben's.

Original U Street Location

Founding Farmers

Offering "farm-inspired American Classics", Founding Farmers has a long list of awards that credit it with being one of the top eateries in DC. Being ranked as the Best Restaurant in DC for the past three years, winning the 2011 RAMMY Awards, and being  LEED Gold Certified for their commercial interior space, attribute to how well rounded this institution is. Founding Farmers is owned by a collection of "true" American farmers, promoting natural ingredients and seasonal menus. Our favorites are: Skillet Corn Bread, Devil-ish Eggs, the Prime Rib Dip Sandwich, Southern Fried Chicken, and the Long Roasted Pork Prime Rib Chop. Located at 1924 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Founding Farmers is perfect for an adventurous client, or just a fun dining experience with co-workers, friends, or family. 

The Capital Grille

Be "Wined, Dined, and Dazzled" at The Capital Grille. This elegant restaurant specializes in fresh seafood and dry aged steaks. Being honored with the "Achievement of Excellence Award" from the American Culinary Federation made this steakhouse become popular quickly in the business world and with the political crowd. A few of our favorites are: the Lobster and Crab Cakes, the Bone-In Kona Crusted Dry Aged Sirloin with Caramelized Shallot Butter, and the Flourless Expresso Chocolate Cake. For more information, click here.

The Capital Grille is located at 601 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, DC.

Old Ebbitt Grill

Originally opening its doors 155 years ago in 1856, The Old Ebbitt Grill has been popular with Presidents like Grant, Cleveland, Harding, and Teddy Roosevelt. Owned and operated by Clyde's, both of these quintessential DC restaurants offer classic and fresh food.  Our favorites on the menu are: The Breakfast Club, The Grilled New York Strip Steak, The House Smoked BBQ Pork Ribs, and The Freshly Shucked Oysters. The Old Ebbitt Grill is a must for a great breakfast, lunch, or dinner with clients, and can also cater to private parties. It is even rumored that the animal heads mounted on the wall were caught by Teddy Roosevelt himself!

The Old Ebbitt Grill is located at 675 15th Street, NW, DC.

Product Of The Week!: Beo 

With its visual appeal, physical comfort and dependable value, Beo provides everything you desire in guest seating. Including a complete line of guest seating, with side chairs, tandem chairs and tables, lounges, tandem lounges, bench and bariatric chairs, Beo has a wide variety of products that can fit in any space. With its level two certification, Beo comes in a wide selection of wood finishes and dozens of fabric and leather options. Beo is also available for Kwik Office. For more information on Beo, click here.

Beo Tandum Seating

Cool Things We Love:

GREENWORKS Florist

A premiere source of upscale floral arrangements, this boutique floral company has stores located in high end hotels and areas all over DC, including The Willard, The Ritz Carlton, Georgetown, and Capitol Hill. Creating custom floral arrangements for each client and event adds to the exclusivity of this company. These arrangements are perfect for a large get together, gala, or special event. To book Greenworks for your next event, contact a sales representative at 202.265.3335. For more information, click here.

Edward Marc Chocolatier 

Edward Marc is a gourmet Chocolate shop located in D.C. & Pennsylvania. With 25 different flavors, and highest quality of chocolate used, these decadent treats are handmade and beautifully packaged. This exclusive shop is only located at the Pentagon, so if you have high level clearance, or "friends" with high level clearance, you can stop by and get them whenever you want! If not, they take orders online as well. Their delectable confections come in an array of flavors and quantities. Our favorites include - The 16 piece Truffle Box, The 8 piece Vanilla Salt Caramels Box, and The Peanut Butter Pretzels. Not only are these a perfect gift for clients or friends, they also have customizable chocolates that can have a company's logo or personalized message. They even have menu's that can be created entirely of Chocolate! 

A mixed gift box that is perfect for clients.

Customized Chocolates

Upcoming Events:

July 1st and 2nd- Hibachi and Sake Festival in Chantilly, Virginia. For more information, click here.

July 4th- An American Celebration at Mt. Vernon; to find out more, click here.

July 7th and 8th- Hibachi and Sake Festival in Sterling, Virginia. For more information, click here.

July 12th- CREW Nova; Annual Titans of The Industry at the Chart House in Old Town, Alexandria; to find out more, click here.

Through the Summer:

Snore and Roar at the National Zoo; to find out more, click here.

Movies on the Potomac at National Harbor; to find out more, click here.

Come check out the Kimball Office Mid Atlantic blog again next week to hear more exciting news about our industry.

Until next time, Stay green!

Kimball Office Mid Atlantic

6/24 D.C. Relaxing with Kimball Office

We are finally settling down from The Great Chicago Event just in time for summer. There are plenty of things to do during these upcoming months, and we would like to share just a few of our favorites with you! Ah love Oil & Vinegar is the perfect stop to pick out a unique gift for a client or co-worker, which can also be used to cook up some of Ah love Oil & Vinegar's summer favorites! Get some BBQ tips and new recipes at the National Capital Barbecue Battle and test them out on visiting relatives or family friends. However you chose to spend your summer days, we hope that you enjoy this season!

New Things To Try In The Area:

Ah love Oil & Vinegar

Located in the Village at Shirlington, only a 6 mile drive outside of DC, this specialty shop focuses on artisan olive oils and vinegars. All of the products can be sampled and purchased in an array of sizes. Our favorite is the 4 or 6 pack samplers; 4 oz bottles of your favorite picks, that can be mixed and matched uniquely for you. These bottles are so popular that owner Cary Kelly sold over 1000 in the store's opening weekend! Don't have time to stop by the store? All of the items can also be bought online at the Ah love Oil & Vinegar Website. Whatever you try in this shop, it is sure to be a hit with your family, friends, or co-workers! 

Oil Vats in the Store.

Our Favorite Product, the Sample Pack.

Be sure to stop by and check out Ah love Oil & Vinegar at 4017B Campbell Avenue, Arlington VA, 22206, which just opened on June 9th. 

Cool Things We Love:

This week, we couldn't pick just one thing that we were loving, so we decided to share our favorite places to eat around the Kimball Office DC Showroom, located at 1130 Connecticut Ave NW, Suite 1150.

Pret A Manger

Originating in London in 1986, Pret a Manger is based on the idea that no chemicals or additives are used in their food. Steering clear of the "fast food" conception that people associate with the "carry out" lunch, everything in this express eatery is handmade and natural. 

Some of our favorites on the menu are - The Summer Salads, The British Asparagus & Roasted Peppers on Artisan, and their wide range of eclectic Soups.

Pret A Manger is located at 1828 L Street

Mixt Greens

This organic eco-gourmet salad and sandwich shop is the perfect stop for a light summer lunch. Ranging from the Cowboy Salad to the Loafer Sandwich, this menu is so diverse that everyone in your office is sure find something that satisfies their taste buds. 

One of our personal favorites is - The Slam Salad consisting of Mixt greens, green papaya, jicama, mango, cucumber, red pepper, fresh herbs, spicy peanuts, and a thai lemongrass vinaigrette. It also is available with marinated tofu! 

Mixt Greens is located at 1200 19th Ave NW

Equinox Restaurant
For a more upscale lunch or dinner, The Equinox Restaurant is the perfect choice. Known for its sophisticated atmosphere and menu, The Equinox prides itself on its mission of using community-based ingredients, all from a 100 mile radius of the Restaurant. Its seasonal cuisine creates a new dining menu each month of the year. 
Our favorites for the summer are - The Equinox Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes and the Truffled Macaroni and Cheese for Lunch, as well as The Gnocchi of Wild Nettles with Spring Garlic and the Breast of Muscovy Duck with House Cured Confit for Dinner. 

Equinox Restaurant is located at 818 Connecticut Ave NW

Vapiano
With over 30 locations worldwide, Vapiano specializes in casual Italian cuisine, stating that "if you love the European lifestyle, you'll love Vapiano". Calling itself "fresh casual" this restaurant is perfect for stopping by with a client for lunch, grabbing something to bring back to the office, or getting drinks after work. With reasonable prices, a delicious menu, and modern atmosphere, Vapiano is one of our go to restaurants for lunch! Dont want to risk waiting in line? You can order Vapiano online and go pick it up when it is ready!
Some of our personal favorites are - The Chicken Caesar Salad, Bruschetta Trio, and The Chicken Pesto Panini.

Casual Dining for Lunch

Vapiano is located at 1800 M Street NW

Product Of The Week!: Itsa Chair

Stay on budget, and look good doing it!


Itsa seating was debuted at The Great Chicago Event, on June 13th-15th. Its simple and sleek design makes it perfect for any part of your office, from the front reception area to private offices. Itsa is available in quick ship models, that will get your product to you in 5 days. This cost effective, budget friendly task chair will be available for orders starting August 15th.

A Task chair solution for your day-to-day needs.

Check out Kimball Office's Andrea O'Brien demonstrating Itsa!

Upcoming Events:

National Capital Barbecue Battle 2011
June 25th- 11:00 a.m.- 9:00 p.m.
June 26th- 11:00 a.m.- 7:30 p.m.
With live music, interactive displays, children's activities, cooking demonstrations, food samples, and of course the BBQ Battle, this event is a must for any food lovers, BBQ fanatics, or anyone just looking for a fun event in DC!


The BBQ Battle is located on Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, DC between 9th & 14th Streets

To read more on this exciting event, click here.

Come Check out the Kimball Office Mid Atlantic blog again next week to hear more exciting news about our industry.

Until next time, Stay green!


Kimball Office Mid Atlantic

6/17 The Great Chicago Event

We're back from the windy city and had a blast! From the IIDA COOL event to the Showroom highlights our three days were jam packed with exciting activities. For those of you who want a quick recap, or could not attend this years Great Chicago Event, be sure to read on and check out the highlights at our Photobucket album.

New Things To Try In The Area, Chicago Edition:

NoMI Kitchen

The NoMI at Park Hyatt was due for a small renovation which ended up shutting down the restaurant for 4 long months and lead to a total rebranding. It also received a new executive chef, Ryan Larch, who created a new approachable menu. NoMI Kitchen has recently been named "Restaurant of the Year" and received a Michelin Star in 2010. This upscale restaurant is ideal for a formal lunch or dinner with clients and co-workers. The NoMI Kitchen is considered the center of the "NoMI group" including NoMI lounge, NoMI garden, and NoMI spa.

The new NoMi Kitchen opened on June 3rd, and is located on the 7th floor of the Park Hyatt Chicago at 800 North Michigan Ave.

NoMi Kitchen Dining Area

Executive Chef Ryan Larch 

To see more on NoMI Kitchen and entice your senses with their 7 signature menus, Click Here.

Cool Things We Love, Chicago Edition:

Zed 451
Being called revolutionary, modern and cutting edge, Zed 451 is a new eating experience and a must for those visiting the Chicago Area. Zed focuses on the whole dining experience, not missing one detail. With no menus, this brazilian steakhouse serves a variety of food to each guest. In the center of this ultra modern space is a buffet set up with a fruit bar, cheese bar, dessert bar, and appetizers for the perfect brunch. Throughout your dining experience, not only will you receive the classic Brazilian Steakhouse food and service, but you will also be approached by a number of individual chefs with their personal creation of the day. 

Keep in mind this innovative space when looking for a party venue next year. It will be sure to land you the number one party space, and the hottest ticket in town!

The Center Dining Area where the Buffet is located

The Roof Top Deck 

Zed 451 is located at 739 N Clark Street

To read more on the concept of this Restaurant and book reservations, Click Here.

Product(s) Of The Week!


Kimball Office introduced many new Products within the Villa, Priority, and Fluent Series at The Great Chicago Event this year and we want to share them with you!

Upcoming Events:


7th Annual DesignDC Convention - June 21st - 23rd at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, DC.
The DesignDC Convention is a three day conference and exhibition about design in the DC Market. The theme this year is 'In the Green' which is a tribute to this industry pushing to have a more sustainable design.


To read more on this exciting event, Click Here.


Come Check out the Kimball Office Mid Atlantic blog again next week to hear more exciting news about our industry.


Until next time, Stay Green!


Kimball Office Mid Atlantic

6/10 Our First Blog!

Kimball Office Washington, DC is keeping busy! We just wrapped up our annual Tax Relief Party, donating over 300 pairs of shoes to Soles4Souls. We are now off to the Chicago Showroom Event so be sure to check us out at 325 N. Wells Street. Before everyone leaves for Chicago, we wanted to show you some cool things in our city, Washington, DC!


New Things To Try In The Area:

Serendipity 3 

Located in Georgetown, on the corner of M and Wisconsin, this iconic Restaurant has now opened its third location! Originally in New York, Serendipity also has a location in Las Vegas and as of May 30th, Washington DC. Serendipity is perfect for a cool, casual lunch with clients, co-workers, or the family. It is ideal for these hot summer days with its famous Frozen Hot Chocolate. Special items were also added to the menu just for DC including- Lobster Rolls, Crab Cakes, and Presidents Lobster Pasta!

Corner of M and Wisconsin

Famous Frozen Hot Chocolate

3150 M Street, accepts reservations at 202 333 5193

Shake Shack

Located right near the Kimball Office DC Showroom, at 1216 18th Street NW, the Shake Shack is the most popular burger stop in the city. On opening day, May 20th, this restaurant already had a line outside at 11am! This stop is perfect for a quick bite with the office, a casual lunch meeting, or the family. Shake Shack has a lot more than burgers, including: Fries, Hotdogs, Beer, Wine, and Concretes (Frozen Custard, a very popular menu item!). Their most popular food eats include the ShackBurger, Shack-cago Dog, and their Vegetarian Option the 'Shroom Burger. It is also rumored that there will be a new location opening in the Washington Nationals Stadium later this year!

Line at Shake Shack on Opening Day!

Delicious Offereings at Shake Shack

Open 11am-11pm. For more info, Click Here

Cool Things We Love:

Need a cute gift for a client? Want to show your staff your appreciation? Artipop is the perfect summer gift! These decorative cake pops come in a wide range of flavors, colors, and shapes. Our personal favorite is the Smiling Sun for the summer!

The "Chocolate Covered Strawberry" Cake Pops are also a perfect summer treat!

For more information on the Handcrafted Edible Art, Click Here

Product Of The Week! :Villa 

The Villa Loung Seating can create endless configurations, in a wide array of upholsteries and leathers. There can also be wood or laminate tablets or arms added. Perfect for: Huddle rooms, lobbies, reception areas and community spaces. Villa Lounge is Level 2 certified, with the occasional tables being level 3 certified.

Villa Lounge Seating with Ottoman

Villa Lounge Seating with Scenario Round Top Table


To see more on the Villa Click Here 
Villa Lounge Seating is also on display in the recently updated Washington, DC Showroom. Come check it out! 1130 Connecticut Ave. NW, Suite 1150


Upcoming Events:


Kimball Office Chicago Event- June 13th-15th
Stop by our showroom to get your photo taken with your clients or colleagues! We will be posting all of the photos from the event on our next blog! The Showroom is located at: 325 N. Wells St. Suite 100

Monday 13th- Showroom Hours 8:00 a.m.- 7:30 p.m.

 The Dave and Rae Band 5:00 p.m.- 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday 14th- Showroom Hours 8:00a.m.- 5:00 p.m.

Live ecoScorecard

Wednesday 15th- Showroom Hours 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 a.m.

Come check out the Kimball Office Mid Atlantic blog again next week with all of the highlights from The Chicago Event & NeoCon!


Until next time, stay green!


Kimball Office Mid Atlantic