10/26 IFMA

We here at Kimball Office keep rocking and rolling well into the Fall Season. After recovering from NeoCon East in Baltimore, we have already began to tackle more Fall events here in the city. The Fall season is a busy one for events and parties...it doesn't stop there either! The Winter/Christmas events will creep up on us soon, so hold on. For now, check out the IFMA get together that was held, in preparation for the IFMA World Workplace coming up very soon, at our D.C. Showroom at 1130 Connecticut Ave, Suite 1150. Enjoy!

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In The News! 

IFMA - World Workplace

Kimball Office hosted a quaint get together for IFMA members at their showroom on Wednesday, October 24th. Only one week before World Workplace kicks off, this gave members a chance to meet other chapter members who will be in San Antonio.  In addition to networking, Dave Samec, CFM of the National Gallery of Art kicked off the happy hour by sharing event highlights, activities you can't miss and tips for making the most out of the time spent in San Antonio. Kimball Office will feature more information in our Blog, on World Workplace, which  is held in San Antonio, TX on October 31st, 2012.

For more information on IFMA and World Workplace, click here.

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Case Study

Stratford University

Stratford University is a higher education institution dedicated to preparing students for the challenges of a rewarding career. They have locations in Falls Church, Woodbridge, Richmond and Newport News, Virginia and Baltimore, Maryland. Washington Group Sales team lead Kim McAnany has been providing Kimball Office solutions at all of their locations and just recently completed their new headquarters in Oakton, Virginia. The photos displayed are from the successful Headquarters project which was a  Kimball Office solution with Interworks EQ stations, Pose, Villa and Beo lounge and Conferencing Solutions. Kim McAnany and her dedicated Stratford team worked along side of Fox Architects and Orr Partners on the many locations in order to give consistent service and a value added solution for their furnishings. Washington Group Sales and Kimball Office look forward to continued business as Stratford University continues to increase their locations in the Mid Atlantic Region.

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Product Of The Week!

Beo Side & Lounge Chairs

Add natural beauty and character to any environment. Beo's elegant lines appeal to the eye and support the body.

Coordinate spaces for a polished look:

• Enjoy styles from modern to classic
• Outfit entire spaces with side chairs, tandem seating, lounge, and accent tables
• Maximize style with six back options
• Enhance any setting with rich wood finishes

In response to industry requests for seating products that offer increased flexibility, durability and easy maintenance, the following enhancements have been added to the Beo seating line:

• A clean-out feature for increased cleanability
• A 3# wider lounge chair to accommodate individuals up to 350 pounds
• New tablet surfaces that are available in wood or laminate finishes
• Optional quiet caster for our 1 seater lounge
• Contrasting upholstery to enhance your design aesthetic

For more information on Beo, click here.

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Golden Triangle Events:

Check out these fun events happening near the Kimball Office D.C. Showroom, and in the Metro Area!

October 23rd - America's Lost Treasures: Kansas City- FREE
October 23rd - Pilates in the Park
October 24th - Solar System Exploration @ 50
October 26th - October 28th - Jim Breuer from "Saturday Night Live" & "Half Baked"

For more information on the Golden Triangle and what is around the Kimball Office D.C. Showroom, click here.

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Recipe Of The Week!

Roasted Mushrooms with Pumpkin-Chipotle Polenta

Total Time: 30 minutes

Yield: 6 Servings

Ingredients 

• 2 pounds mixed mushroom caps, such as coarsely chopped hen of the woods or wood ears, coarsely chopped shiitakes, thinly sliced porcini, thinly sliced portabellas or criminis
• About 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 head garlic, cloves crushed
• Small handful sage, chopped or thinly sliced
• Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1 cup cooked pumpkin puree
• 3 cups chicken stock
• Freshly grated nutmeg
• 1 chipotle in adobo, seeded and finely chopped, plus a small spoon of sauce
• 1 cup quick-cooking polenta
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons honey
• Toasted pepitas, for garnish
• Chives, chopped, for garnish

Directions

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Toss the mushrooms with the extra-virgin olive oil, garlic, sage, salt, and pepper, and roast 25 minutes.

Meanwhile, heat the pumpkin puree in a small pot over medium heat with a little chicken stock to thin it out. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg. 

Bring the remaining stock to a boil in a sauce pot and whisk in the chipotle in adobo, its sauce, and polenta. Keep whisking the polenta until it pulls away from the sides of the pot, then stir in the butter and honey. Combine the pumpkin and polenta and serve in shallow bowls. 

Top with roasted mushrooms and garnish with pepitas and chives.

For more information on this dish, click here.

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Upcoming Events:

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