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Signs2U is a locally owned and family-run small business that has been operating since 2007. They handle everything to do with branding for businesses, including vehicle wraps, large electrical signs, outdoor signs, and more. About five years ago, Signs2U expanded into 3M Di-NOC architectural film, a thick vinyl product that can conform around objects. While Di-NOC has many LEED-certified indoor and outdoor applications, it is especially good at refreshing interior spaces like elevators, walls, cabinetry, and more.

Refreshing the Morrison Center

Signs2U recently completed two Di-NOC projects worth highlighting. First is the Morrison Center project. After many years of hosting events, the Morrison Center staff decided some parts of the building needed a refresh. They contacted local contractors to find out how much it would cost to replace some of the concession counters. After receiving some quotes, someone had the brilliant idea of wrapping the existing furniture.

“The Morrison center reached out to us for help, and we suggested using Di-NOC,” says Signs2U President and Co-Owner Karen Warner. “With over one-thousand product options, the hardest part was settling on the right style.”

The Morrison Center chose a quartz-style countertop and dark gray wood grain wrap for the full alcove. Wrapping all three floors took only three days. In the end, the Morrison Center received a beautiful refresh at a fraction of the replacement cost.

Hosting A Local Showcase

The second project was unique. Due to its transformational abilities, Di-NOC is an excellent addition to the commercial interiors world and, by extension, OEC’s product lineup. To showcase this product’s capabilities, OEC partnered with Signs2U to show local architects, designers, and facilities managers what the vinyl film can do by refreshing OEC’s showroom elevator. In one day, Signs2U took a dark, dated space and made it bright and inviting.

What Makes Di-NOC Unique

However, not everyone can do this installation. “Di-NOC is a unique product. People like to think it is like buying a roll of contact paper, but they are very different. Di-NOC is very durable, you can patch and repaired it quickly, and the manufacturer recommends installation by a 3M endorsed installer,” says Karen. Signs2U is an endorsed local installer, making them an essential part of the showcase.

Di-NOC is very durable, can be patched and repaired quickly, and the manufacturer recommends installation by a 3M endorsed installer.

Karen Warner

Whether you are an interior designer interested in an outdoor covered installation, or a facilities manager wrapping cabinetry, Di-NOC is an excellent product. Even better, OEC can help you find the perfect finish before partnering with Signs2U on the installation. Are you ready to get wrapping?

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4 Design concepts to consider when it comes to creating amazing modern collaboration spaces.

With the proliferation of hybrid and work-from-home strategies, it’s likely a high percentage of meetings today involve one or more remote participants. Conference, huddle, and focus rooms should be designed to accommodate both remote and in-person collaboration

1. Simplicity

One Cord Or One Touch
Your user should be able to start a meeting either by plugging in one cord to their own device or by touching one button.

Reservable
Collaboration rooms should be easy to schedule from a phone, computer, or right at the room scheduling console device.

Supplies Are Easy To Find
Supplies such as dry erase markers, hdmi dongles, and room sanitization materials should always be accessible in the room.

2. Aesthetics

Branding + Design

• Does the furniture match?
• Does the design look intentional?
• How does the room reinforce company branding and values?
• Beyond furniture, consider the walls, flooring, and lighting as opportunities to give your space personality and interest.

Clean + Neat
All equipment/supplies not currently in use should be hidden away nicely. Avoid using furniture that scratches easily or shows fingerprints.

3. Cameras + Acoustics

Room + Camera
Position your furniture so each participant’s face can be clearly seen on camera. Choose cameras that show individuals and groups.

Acoustics
Wall treatments will reduce echo in the room and prevent voices from carrying into unwanted spaces. Sound masking can
control sound outside of rooms.

Microphones + Speakers
Make sure your microphones and speakers are distributed evenly throughout the room.

4. Functionality

Collaboration spaces should be functional, meaning they should perform just as good as they look. Here are some general and furniture-specific functionalities:

• How many people in the room?
• Length of meeting for this room?
• Do you want a formal or casual setting?
• Does this room need storage?
• How will the technology integrate into the furniture?
• Will you need specific cut outs in the
• furniture or walls for power or data?
• Is the furniture easy to clean?

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Message from the President

True confessions

I’ll let you in on a little secret. I have some confessions to make, I’m a recovering technology nerd. There I said it. Before joining (and now leading) the OEC furniture team, I owned several technology-centric companies. I love all things tech. Moving to furniture was kind of a big change for me. And ever since day one I have been patiently waiting for us to add a technology division.

Dream team assembled.

The wait is finally over. During the past year I’ve been assembling my dream team of talent to lead our Audio-Visual technology division at OEC.

Space + Technology.

How can you make your work and collaboration spaces more appealing and useful to your employees? What are employees looking for at the office to make them want to leave the comforts of working from home? In this, and upcoming issues, we will explore Space + Technology together to see if we can help employers figure out what they need to do to earn the commute.

Sincerely,

Scott Galloway

President

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