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Reconfiguration with NxtWall Modular Wall Systems

NxtWall — Sat, 02 Sep 2017 13:48:48 +0000

re•con•fig•u•ra•tion

noun: reconfiguration; plural noun: reconfigurations
1. the arrangement of parts or elements in a different form, figure, or combination.

Office environments today need to be flexible, free flowing and fun! A place that is dynamic and scalable; ready to grow or shrink as work patterns dictate. Employees want a work environment that is both collaborative, and at times, private. Employers want a work environment that not only increases worker productivity, but also decreases worker turnover rates. NxtWall reconfigurable demountable wall systems are the perfect answer.

As Winston Churchill said: “To improve is to change; to be perfect is to change often.” NxtWall demountable walls are 100% reconfigurable. Change is easy with NxtWall’s Flex and View Series modular demountable walls. Standard drywall construction has become a thing of the past in this dynamic ever-changing world; not to mention costly. One of our customers shared that to move an employee from place A to place B would cost them over $1,000 dollars per person when using standard drywall construction. But with NxtWall demountable wall systems, our modular “field-fit” walls can be reused. An inventory of parts from an existing office configuration can be reconfigured– often with only a few additional parts. That would be almost a $1,000 in cost savings per person. If you have 30 employees that would mean $30,000 you could use in other ways. As a bonus, NxtWall’s components are not only reusable but also up to 100% recyclable, keeping any waste from going into a landfill.

“To improve is to change; to be perfect is to change often.”

– Winston Churchill

NxtWall will not only assist you with the initial drawing of your office space, but our design team will be available to help you reconfigure your new environment to either a larger or smaller footprint.

Everyone agrees the office of the new millennium must be aesthetically pleasing and flexible to allow for creativity and collaboration to flow, and workers to be inspired and productive. But if workers are unhappy, their productivity decreases. The annual worker turnover rate, in 2016 reached an all-time high of 17.8%. Keeping employees engaged in their jobs is just good business practice. To accomplish this, work environments need to be responsive to the ever-changing needs of their worker. It’s not always easy with standard construction drywall. But with demountable walls, changes to configurations can occur fast and even overnight– causing minimal work disruptions.

NxtWall Customer Reconfiguration Project

Project Scenario: A NxtWall Customer had originally purchased and installed a NxtWall Flex Series demountable wall system back in 2015. Two years later, the customer moved into a new building and wanted to re-use the original wall system previously purchased. They also wanted to make a few configuration changes to the design to accommodate the increased ceiling height at the new location. The customer submitted the new design request to NxtWall’s design team. NxtWall, then compared the new design request with the previously installed project to provide the customer with a newly reconfigured set of drawings. Also included was a complete list of new material needed within the new configuration (if any). In the example depicted below, the customer had to purchase only an additional 2.7% of the original project’s material cost to accommodate their new design. The customer successfully incorporated and reinstalled their previous project’s components into the new reconfigured design proposed by NxtWall’s design team. They were able to take their previous investment of NxtWall Demountable Walls and reuse them in an entirely different building!

Original Installed Project -vs- Reconfigured Project Comparison (Rendering Drawings)

NxtWall Original Project Rendering - 2015

NxtWall Reconfiguration Project Rendering - 2017

Original Installed Project -vs- Reconfigured Project Comparison (Plan Drawings)

NxtWall Original Project Plan Drawing - 2015

NxtWall Reconfiguration Project Plan Drawing - 2017

Original Installed Project -vs- Reconfigured Project Comparison (Elevation Drawings)

NxtWall Original Project Elevations - 2015

NxtWall Reconfiguration Project Elevations - 2017

Reconfiguration can save you time and money. It just makes sense. Vive la change!

Learn more about the Benefits of using NxtWall Demountable Walls.

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Use of Demountable Glass Walls in Small Office Environments

NxtWall — Thu, 10 Oct 2013 19:59:31 +0000

Open a World of Possibilities With Demountable Glass.

Workplace design is something that is often overlooked or is designed to minimize expenses without consideration for employees.
The size doesn’t really matter as much as the design. Converting small spaces may require more insight than budget considerations.
Issues to consider:

How is the business run?

How does communication flow?

How are decisions made? i.e. top down or collaboratively?

What image does company want to project?

How does it look to clients? Employees?

Privacy

Sustainability

Companies want to do more, faster, better for less

Space reflects a company’s attitude about everything from their image to the well-being of their employees. It has been scientifically proven that the conditions of an office can effect your communication, energy, mood and sleep patterns. What are you saying to the world about your practices if you lock yourself away in a tight, dark and isolated office?

Use natural light to open up space and give it character

The use of sliding glass doors can increase the sense of space. Balance between open and closed offices will give a better sense of flow and diversity. Face to face interaction will become a more welcoming and helpful part of the work day. Create light and spacious work environment so nothing can bound your creativity or ingenuity.

One thing is clear

Adding glass opens up an area and reflects light. Glass walls create a collaborative feel, spur conversation, sharing of ideas and brainstorming. Other benefits can include:

• increased communication and collaboration

• energizing natural light with expansive outdoor views,

Science has proven natural light increase cortisol which enhances mood, encourages teamwork and boosts creativity! In a recent study comparing the benefits of natural light and artificial light, scientist Mirjam Muench found:

“Compared to the afternoon, people who had DL (Daylight) were significantly more alert at the beginning of the evening, and subjects who were exposed to AL (Artificial light) were significantly sleepier at the end of the evening.”

And one can never underestimate the power of aesthetics

• beauty and elegance of glass,

• clean, contemporary look & feel

• sustainability and connection to surroundings.

All you need is clean simple design to lighten up a room.

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NxtWall’s New Showroom in Chicago

NxtWall — Wed, 15 May 2013 18:35:51 +0000

We’re in the Windy City!

We’re putting the finishing touches on our brand-new showroom in Chicago and just in time for the NeoCon event.

Our new location at the Kinzie Design Center puts us right in the heart of the most vibrant design and architecture hub in the country. Just across from the Merchandise Mart, the site is easily accessible via public or private transportation. We’re one block away from the Franklin Street El stop, and within walking distance to Chicago’s Central Business District.

The showroom will feature installations of our latest products, including the new Flex Series center-mounted glass options. We will highlight improvements that increase installation efficiency, maximize flexibility, and maintain a sustainable approach to facility maintenance and construction.

Stop by during the show to learn about our unique field fit approach, and how we can accommodate even the most difficult site conditions to create new spaces or repurpose old ones. Our staff is ready to discuss how our cost-effective solutions can work for your projects. We even provide top-notch dealer training to get you started.

NxtWall’s Chicago Showroom

The Kinzie Design Center
401 N Franklin St. Suite 4E, Chicago, IL.

NeoCon Event Show hours: Monday through Thursday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Go to https://www.nxtwall.com/chicago/ and register for our special VIP Events the week of NeoCon

Come meet our staff or set up a meeting and personalized consultation. We can talk about your projects and how we can help you create flexible spaces at an affordable cost.

See you in Chicago!

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