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Bachelor in Graphic Design, Academy of Art University, San Francisco, CA [ JUNE 2000 – DEC 2002]Graduate coursework in Interior Design, Pratt Institute, New York [ JAN – MAY 1997]Bachelor in Interior Design, CEPT University, Ahmedabad, India [ SEP 1991 – DEC 1996]
RECOGNITION Gensler Design Excellence Award [GDEA] [ 2004, 2005, 2007]CLIO Award for design excellence [ 2003]American Institute of Graphic Arts [AIGA] Enrichment Scholarship [ 2003]Design published in Academy of Art University catalogue [ 2003]Academy of Art University Student Spring Show [ 2001, 2002]President’s Honor List, Academy of Art University [ 2000]
AFFILIATION American Institute of Graphic Arts [AIGA], San Francisco Chapter [ 2003 – 2008]Integral Yoga Institute [ IYI ], San Francisco, CA [ 2006 – 2008]Bay Area Performing Arts [BAPA], San Francisco, CA [ 2003– 2007]
Graphic Designer, Gensler, San Francisco, CA [SEP 2003 – SEP 2008]Graphic Designer, Michael Schwab Studio, San Anselmo, CA [ AUG – SEP 2003]Brand Intern, Frog Design, Sunnyvale, CA [ JULY 2003]Interior Designer, Iyer & Associates, San Francisco, CA [ APRIL 1998 – OCT 1999]Design Intern, Barcelon & Jang Architects, San Francisco, CA [ JUNE – NOV 1994]Design Intern, Rockwood Designs, Los Altos, CA [ APRIL – MAY 1994]
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W ISDOM Spiritual Indulgence, Ahmedabad, India [ JUNE 2011 – JUNE 2013]Solo Journey through 18 countries [ OCT 2008 – JUNE 2011]Raja Yoga Teacher Training, Satchidananda Ashram, Yogaville, Virginia [ JULY 2008]Intermeditate Yoga Teacher Training, Integral Yoga Institute, San Francisco, CA [ JAN – MAR 2008]Beginners Yoga Teacher Training, Integral Yoga Institute, San Francisco, CA [ SEP – DEC 2006]Yoga Teacher, Integral Yoga Institute, San Francisco, CA [ JAN 2007 – OCT 2008]Studio 5 Volunteer [AIGA], Redding Elementary School, San Francisco, CA [ SEP – DEC 2004]
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ALIGN™ DESIGN GUIDE
Allsteel Inc.Muscatine, Iowa 52761-5257
allsteeloffice.com
Form # A7482 (03/06) Printed in USA
©2006 Allsteel Inc.Allsteel, #19 and Terrace are registered trademarks and Align, Designed to work. Built to last., Reach and Sum are trademarks.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
OVERVIEW
MATERIAL VERSATILITY
PLANNING WITH ALIGN
WORKING WITH ALIGN
IDEAS AND INSPIRATION
Align. A single, integrated platform of panels, storage, and desking. Infinite freedom
of expression for designers and facilities managers. Cohesive aesthetics and perfect
harmony between all the components. Simplified inventory management. From teaming
areas to open plan, reception, management workstations, and private offices.
ALIGN. WHERE BEAUTY A ND FUNCTION CONVERGE.
OVERVIEW
TIP Open shelves above worksurfaces keep critical projects close at hand. Or mount them under the worksurface for an out-of-the-way place to store software.
A SHIMMER OF METAL, THE ALLURE OF FIBER.
A pop of color, the warmth of wood. Almost every Align surface gives you the
opportunity to mix and match to make a statement all your own.
MATERIAL VERSATILITY
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DESIGN IS VISIBLE IN EVERY DETA IL.
Slender supports, elegant brackets, slim reveals, sophisticated finishes, functional tool
tiles, innumerable power and data outlets. Use Align, and no matter where you look,
you’ll find yet another carefully considered detail.
PLANNING WITH ALIGN
TIP Natural veneer tile sets let Mother Nature align the beauty of her patterns across multiple tiles from the floor up to 84" high.
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T H E C L O S E S T Y O U C A N G E T T O G O D I S I N T H E P R E S E N C E O F C H I L D R E N .
P h o t o t a k e n i n B i r , H i m a c h a l P r a d e s h , I n d i a h i k i n g t h r o u g h w h e a t f i e l d s
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details are designedinto every product that help employees work more
comfortably, efficiently, and effectively, in an
environment that inspires.Take a closer look. You’ll find elegant lines, beautiful fabrics and finishes,
and colors that run the gamut from timeless neutrals to modern bolds.
And because we begin by asking customers what they want, you’ll also
find we’ve closely considered how people and furniture work together.
Panels create privacy that lets the light in. Closets have doors that are left-
or right-handed. Lighting spreads illumination on the task at hand.
Adaptable ergonomics that automatically adjust to each user. Textiles feel
as good as they look. And chairs increase comfort by moderating body
temperature, reducing fatigue, and offering automatic support no matter
how often you change your working position.
We believe that our products should be designed to solve problems. Which
is why we include customer feedback throughout the entire design process.
When form follows function, the result is always beautiful.
Our #19 and Sum chairs were given the prestigious Good Design Award for innovative
product concept and design from the Chicago Museum of Architecture and Design.
#19 was also chosen as an Architectural Record “Editor’s Picks” in their annual
product report issue, and named “Best in Category” by ID magazine in their annual
industrial design review. Popular Science magazine recognized Sum as a seriously
hot product in their product review section.
awards
Ulf CarlssonState of CaliforniaFacilities Manager
“ It’s fun to work with a product that’s innovative, young in
spirit, and young at heart. Allsteel is very much on the
cutting edge of design technology.”
systems
storage
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design is function made beautiful.
qualityproduct #19
functionality means our products work well, and help people work well.
product reach
functionality
durability is right in our name. Allsteel construction ensures our products last.
product storage
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Larry JordanQualcommSenior Facilities Manager
“Allsteel has become one of our primary vendors. We value
their interest in bringing new ideas and concepts to the
table. We have multi-function training rooms that get a lot
of movement. Because Get Set can be tilted with just a
couple of clicks and nested, it’s revolutionized the way we
use the rooms.”
it to grow, change, or adapt right along with your company. We use
high-resilience molded foam in seats because it adds support, increases
comfort, and lasts longer. To ensure colors remain vivid as well as durable,
we use an epoxy hybrid, powder-coat paint that’s twice as durable as
industry standards. We guarantee our fabrics for a full five years because
we choose them to be rugged as well as attractive. All our chairs are tested
to exceed industry standards by 10% to 25%. All Allsteel products meet or
exceed ANSI/BIFMA performance standards, and Allsteel is ISO-9001
certified. Even our bolts perform under a triple-retention system because
loose bolts are not only annoying, but can undermine furniture performance
and durability.
We believe in our products so we guarantee them for life. We measure
quality each day and make sure the data gathered flows back into design and
manufacturing. Every product we make carries a serial number so we can
track and fix problems. And because we have integrated Rapid Continuous
Improvement, environmental awareness, recycling, conscientious materials
selection, and Lean Manufacturing processes throughout our operations,
Allsteel products contribute not just to this lifetime, but to the next as well.
engineered and manufactured into our products so
they stand up to extended use and multiple recon
figurations, and look great over time.From the structure of our frames, to the base of our chairs, we begin with
steel because it gives our furniture a foundational strength that allows
durability is
Recipient of the Evergreen Furniture Award for environmental performance. Allsteel
received an ACE Award from Architecture magazine, given by architectural
professionals to the industry’s best manufacturers for products and services that
exemplify excellence in durability, customer service, value, and design.
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Versatility two
Tools that help you perform. Worksurfaces shaped for tasking or meeting.
hard, without breaking a sweat.Personalized storage. Panels with integrated work tools. Align offices work
Work together.
Harmony two
integration, with each piece improving the performance of every other. Which is what teamwork is all about.
Or work apart. Wherever one Align component meets any other, you’ll find
that appears effortless is the result of meticulous attention to detail.
lets you be many things to many people.
For more information visit us at allsteeloffice.com
Align from Allsteel. An improved point of view.
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are part of the Curious Paper
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