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On
Board for NeoCon 2007
Tuesday, June 12, 11:00am
Joe Connell will participate in a panel discussion focusing on the use of research
on topics like noise levels, lighting quality and privacy issues in the design
process.
NeoCon
2007 website
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Dining by Design for DIFFA
In November 2006, The Environments Group participated
in Elle Décor's Dining by Design. This fundraiser
benefited the Chicago Chapter of the Design Industries
Foundation Fighting AIDS (DIFFA). The event featured over
50 fantasy table creations reflecting the visions of leading
designers, architects, artists, florists and celebrities.
The Environments Group place setting, “Toast. Eat. Laugh. Celebrate.” was
an homage to the art of creating and enjoying wine and spirits. Central to
the space was a custom stave wall constructed from recycled whiskey barrels.
Thanks to Carnegie Fabrics, Krahl Construction, Indiana Woodworking, Interface
FLOR,
The Furniture Shop, Chicago Drapery & Carpet, Schuler Shook, Tom Daniel,
Brown-Forman, and Exhibitworks for their contributions. The design team
included Joe Connell, Helen Hopton, Mel Kleve, Sarah Kuchar, RJ Reynertson.
We were proud to partner with Haworth for a second table creation. Starting
from the ultra clean lines of Haworth product as a framework, we draped rich,
opulent traditional fabric to further define the space. The complexity of the
fabric was juxtaposed with simple, clean objects and accessories. The resulting
space was both warm and contemporary. The design team was Tim Wolfe, Brandon
Amann and Jen McCord from Haworth.
DIFFA
Chicago
Photos of “Toast.
Eat. Laugh. Celebrate.”
Photos of our Haworth place
setting
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Taking
the LEED
The redesign of Herman Miller’s BG Building was
featured in Sustainable Commercial Interiors by
Penny Bonda and Katie Sosnowchik. The 30,000 square foot
space was designed to achieve LEED Silver certification
from the U.S. Green Building Council. The hardcover book
was released in November 2006 by Wiley.
Order
online from Wiley
See
project photos
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Recent Promotions
The Environments Group wants to recognize the accomplishments
of these company leaders and share the news of their well-deserved
promotions.
Even though each individual is unique, there is one quality
they all share; their uncommon dedication to our clients’ goals.
They have risen to the top of our organization by fostering
not only the growth of our clients’ business but
also the professional growth of our greatest asset, our
staff.
Murali Selvaraj: Principal
Judy Mitchell: Associate Principal
Tom Kasznia: Associate Principal
Paul Diamond: Senior Associate
Paul Hagle: Senior Associate
Helen Hopton: Senior Associate
Kathy King: Senior Associate
Mike Reinhart: Senior Associate
See
our official announcement
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Melissa
Dicaire elected to serve IIDA Illinois
IIDA Illinois Chapter board member, Melissa Dicaire, was
elected to a two-year term as Vice President of Professional
Development. She is responsible for the development of
student, associate and professional member educational
programs, activities and policies. She oversees compliance
of Continuing Education Units and NCIDQ certification and
preparation for members. Through supervision of these activities,
she is responsible for educating the general public on
the importance of professional interior designers.
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Avant-garde Femme Fatale takes IIDA's
STITCH by storm
In October 2006, we participated in the second annual
IIDA Chicago fundraiser STITCH. Area designers and architects
partnered with manufacturers to design wearable fashions
to benefit the Center on Halsted.
We partnered again with Maharam to create the “Avant-garde
Femme Fatale”. Sassy, dangerous and delightful, this
jet setter’s uniform consisted of a short skirt,
plunging neckline, barely there back, and obi inspired
belt.
Designed by Emily Barnell, Amy Brietzke, Lisa Haenisch,
Laleh Haghshenass, and Li-Pei Hung with The Environments
Group. Trivillies Bullock was our seamstress. Special thanks
to Allison Folz and Maharam.
See
more photos
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Fashion
Flutter for IIDA's STITCH
In
October 2005, we participated in the premiere of
IIDA Chicago's STITCH. In this unique fashion show,
area designers and architects partnered with manufacturers
to design wearable creations, all to benefit the Center
on Halsted. We partnered with Maharam to dream up a
one of a kind solution. "Flutter," inspired by the flirty
nature of the social butterfly, was a bold, attention
grabbing creation built upon a deceptively delicate framework.
Sheers wrapped around swinging elliptical rings, revealing
a fitted, tube dress of Maharam fabrics. With its high
contrast yet neutral color scheme, variety of textures,
and range of proportion, this three piece ensemble moved
through the venue as if to giggle and say, "Why yes,
I would love a dirty martini!"
Modeled by Allison Folz of Maharam and created by Emily Barnell, Heidi Betz,
Amy Brietzke, Li-Pei Hung and Sarah Kuchar of The Environments Group.
See
more photos
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Season
of Giving
We at The Environments Group
are humbled by our blessings. This year has seen unprecedented
challenges and outpouring of support to those in need around
the world. In honor of our clients and associates, we have
increased our level of charitable giving both at home and
abroad.
This holiday season, we have made major contributions to these 7 worthy organizations.
A complete list of our 2005 donations
is on our Community Page. Find out more about these organizations by clicking
the links below.
American
Red Cross
Architecture
for Humanity
Children's
Memorial Foundation
Habitat
for Humanity
Tamilnadu
Foundation
Vivo
Foundation
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DIFFA
In November 2005, The Environments Group participated
in Elle Décor's Dining by Design. This fundraiser
benefited the Chicago Chapter of the Design Industries
Foundation Fighting AIDS (DIFFA). The event featured over
50 fantasy table creations reflecting the visions of leading
designers, architects, artists, florists and celebrities.
DIFFA
Chicago
See
more photos
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In
the Mail
"Be
true to your work, your word, and your friend." -Henry
David Thoreau.
Curious about what we've been up
to? Check out our latest mailing highlighting newly completed
projects, projects in progress and a glimpse at our design
process. We thank our clients for their continued support
and the opportunity to provide "Design
in Service to Business."
Download a PDF
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Spotlight
on Chicago
Office Insight
September 9, 2005
Lauren Weinberg
The Environments Group was featured in the
first installment of “Spotlight on Chicago,” a
series based on conversations with A&D firms in the
Windy City.
Download
a PDF
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Group
Dynamic
Interiors & Sources Magazine
March, 2005
written by: Robert Nieminen
With an exclusive focus on workplace design and an unwavering commitment to
client service, The Environments Group is out to change the world through design
in service to business. What remains constant is the group dynamic that binds
this team together and enables them to "check their capes at the door."
Read
the article
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The
Value of Internship
Contract Magazine
January, 2005
written by: Joseph T. Connell, IIDA, Principal The Environments Group
"The Value of Internship" was recently published in Contract
Magazine's January issue. The article discusses the qualities
and qualifications to look for in potential interns, necessary
conditions for creating a valuable internship experience
and how, over the years, he's learned that interns can
teach us lessons, too.
Read
the article
Download
a PDF
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Tsunami
Relief Fund Drive
We were very moved, like so many around the world,
by the tragic tsunami that devastated the people of South East
Asia. We identified organizations that address immediate, long
term and unaddressed needs. We selected 4 organizations; some
small local, some large international, some close to our hearts.
Employees were extremely generous, and with a company match,
we were able to raise $10,000. Please take a moment to investigate
these worthy organizations:
Emergency Response: The American Red Cross
www.redcross.org
Food and Medicine: The Tamilnadu Foundation
www.tnf-usa.org
www.chicagotamilsangam.org
The Chicago Tamil Association is an association of non-resident Tamil (Indian)
people that have emigrated from Tamil Nadu (one of the affected regions). Soon
after the disaster, the Association worked with it's humanitarian arm (The
Tamil Nadu Foundation) to set forth some specific goals towards rehabilitation
of victims of the disaster.
Children and Families: Vivo Foundation
http://www.vivofoundation.net
Vivo is an European (Italian/German) non-profit alliance of highly educated
professionals in the field of psychotraumatology and humanitarian aid, that
specialize in preventing traumatic stress within communities counseling victims
after major traumatic events and training local resources to adequately address
these often over-looked areas of concern following a natural catastrophe.
Rebuild and Recover: Architecture for Humanity
www.architectureforhumanity.org
Architecture for Humanity is a non-profit organization consisting of architects,
designers, environmentalists, and journalists that seek to promote architectural
and design solutions after natural disasters and calamities. They work with
local resources to implement these projects.
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