"When I open a catalog or stumble upon a website showing modern high-gloss-finished cabinets in throwback colors like grellow, I get excited. One reason is my growing love for mid-century modern design that's usually way beyond my budget.…"
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Why is design-driven manufacturing important to your business?
In a telephone interview, a source for an S&P article recently quipped, “It’s better for business to make what they want than to make things they don’t know about and hope they’ll find someplace…Continue
Tags: design, manufacturing, materials, innovation, function
Started Sep 10, 2010
Composite Wood Takes Shape in Students' Designs
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I recently spoke with accomplished Italian designer and design educator Antonio Larosa of Larosa Design in Phoenix about the Furniture…Continue
Tags: SCAD, MDF, particleboard, Larosa, Antonio
Started this discussion. Last reply by Suzanne VanGilder Jul 1, 2010.
How does your company give back?
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I'm curious to know what kinds of philanthropic endeavors your companies pursue. I know from editing the Recent News section on…Continue
Tags: closets, storage, Habitat, home, Humanity
Started this discussion. Last reply by Laura Rowlett Nov 16, 2010.
MDF Withstands Giant Solar Death Ray Mirror
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In a recent "Will It Fry?" episode, thegeekgroup.org tried its Giant Solar Death Ray Mirror on a piece of 3/4-inch MDF. Despite a thermometer reading in excess of 1,000 degrees F, the slab suffered…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Brandon Jackson May 28, 2010.
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Laura Rowlett replied to Suzanne VanGilder's discussion Pantone Color of the Year, how well does it reflect the mood of the marketplace?Laura Rowlett replied to Laura Rowlett's discussion How does your company give back?"Brandon, that is really an awesome way to make the world better through Federal Brace's own success story. And I think it's great that you have found a way to support a cause that hits close to home in the sense that the product is also…"
Brandon Jackson replied to Laura Rowlett's discussion How does your company give back?"Thanks for reminding me of this. We have actually been donating to a website: http://www.freewheelchairmission.org/
They build wheelchairs out of some cheaper, but still good, materials for people in other countries who can't afford it,…"
Laura Rowlett replied to Laura Rowlett's discussion How does your company give back?"This post on Thermwood's blog talks about how the company partnered with Hafele, Columbia Forest Products and Conestoga at IWF this year to build cabinets for Habitat for Humanity. The group effectively showcased a host of its latest products…"
Laura Rowlett replied to Suzanne VanGilder's discussion Does TFM by any other name still perform?"This is an interesting development. I guess I'm a little confused by this because I thought the reason behind TFM laminators' efforts to redefine this material is to educate customers. Did Mr. Foliot talk at all about why those are…"
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ikea-assembly-humor-ad
Sometimes the most effective way to advertise your best qualities is to admit your shortcomings. Any consumer could find relief in this campaign, where IKEA turned the notorious some-assembly-required mishap into an opportunity to better serve its…
Laura Rowlett posted a discussionWhy is design-driven manufacturing important to your business?
In a telephone interview, a source for an S&P article recently quipped, “It’s better for business to make what they want than to make things they don’t know about and hope they’ll find someplace to use it.” How does a proactive or reactive approach to materials innovation shape your business?See More
Laura Rowlett replied to Suzanne VanGilder's discussion What does "lean" production mean to you?"As a content developer, for me lean production means making the best use of my resources (time) and sources (connecting with industry experts). Lean production means coordinating a flow of information about materials, technology and design…"
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TOP CHAIR: Herman Miller vs. Steelcase (BB Video)
"Seems that it's chair month for cool people: article on top task chairs in Dwell, Apartment Therapy photo essay about the same and now this. Is it possible that hipster office monkeys are just now rising up against sore backs and necks, or is…"
Laura Rowlett commented on Laura Rowlett's video
Substrate Song?
"Yes, they certainly do seem passionate about particleboard, but I'm curious about what the other lyrics say. Maybe a Q/A with the band is in order."
Suzanne VanGilder commented on Laura Rowlett's videoSubstrate Song?
"Hmmm... not sure it conveys the utilitarian stability of particleboard. Maybe something with more universal appeal. I like where you're going with this though..."
Laura Rowlett replied to Nerdy Mom's discussion Kitchen Design Trends"In response to an article about European-influenced modern kitchen design by Hufft Projects, Lanny Danenberg of Danenberg Design commented about Hufft's use of woods with stainless steel and glass. She mentions how such is trending in the San…"
Laura Rowlett's blog post was featuredFollowing Your Industry Is Not a BAAAAD Idea! And Here's Why ...
Simply keeping up with news doesn't cut it these days. Increasingly, industry experts and anyone interested a subject pertinent to business or life in general participate in reporting by becoming interactive with social media. Commentary and discussion keep the news real and relevant to a niche audience.Look around a favorite store, restaurant or website, and you’re likely to find at least one sign, window sticker or icon that suggests extending your faithful patronage to the realm of social…See More
Laura Rowlett posted a blog postFollowing Your Industry Is Not a BAAAAD Idea! And Here's Why ...
Simply keeping up with news doesn't cut it these days. Increasingly, industry experts and anyone interested a subject pertinent to business or life in general participate in reporting by becoming interactive with social media. Commentary and discussion keep the news real and relevant to a niche audience.Look around a favorite store, restaurant or website, and you’re likely to find at least one sign, window sticker or icon that suggests extending your faithful patronage to the realm of social…See More
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Following Your Industry Is Not a BAAAAD Idea! And Here's Why ...
Posted on August 10, 2010 at 11:00am
Panels on panels? For real? (Er, for composites, that is.)
Posted on May 5, 2010 at 10:30am
Comment Wall (4 comments)
- At 5:27pm on July 16, 2010,
Thelma Lazo-Flores said… - Hi Laura. Thanks for the welcome greetings! I joined BSU in 2007. Have you been back at the campus during Alumni week or any other event?
- At 6:02am on May 7, 2010,
Alycia B Schulz said… - It was great meeting you at the CPA conference!
- At 4:02pm on April 21, 2010,
Leana Lewenthal said… - Thank you Laura. He was actually 4 in that picture, but now he's 5.
- At 6:41am on April 12, 2010,
Michelle Bruhn said… - Great! I'm glad we have you on board.
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