OFS is a family owned, community-driven parent company providing socially responsible furniture and logistics solutions in markets across the world. Established in 1937 in Huntingburg, Indiana, OFS has grown into a global leader while staying true to its local roots and core values of sustainability and craftsmanship. Our Mission: Our goal is to make every customer feel like our only customer. To show how integrity and ingenuity can solve problems. To prove that dedication and loyalty are still the best ways to build relationships. To find ways of increasing productivity, while decreasing our environmental footprint. To continually evolve our family of brands to meet today’s furniture needs and anticipate tomorrow’s. Our Values: Empathy. Every solution created, relationship nurtured and service delivered shows our commitment to aligning our customer’s goals with our own. Simplicity. Our straightforward approach allows us to simplify complexities, maintain authenticity, drive efficiencies and build personal relationships. Teamwork. Our skills, talents, and passions come together in solidarity, with urgency and excellence, to accomplish our mission. Accountability. Every person has the responsibility to control the experience and the opportunity to change the circumstances to make a difference. Appreciation. Creating a diverse workplace centered around mutual respect and gratitude helps to boost morale, celebrate achievement, and promote a fun atmosphere that encourages personal growth. Stewardship. Encouraging involvement in our communities to protect our assets enhances the quality of life, promotes optimism, and advances fellowship for all our colleagues.
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In the latest episode of The Imagine a Place Podcast, Healthcare Interior Designer, Samantha Rose, CID, IIDA shares why group projects don’t end after design school. Collaboration carries well into your career! 🎥 Watch: https://lnkd.in/gbeE83RG 🎧 Listen: https://lnkd.in/erWF_VkR
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From arrival to treatment, this environment puts people first, creating a welcoming healthcare experience that feels open, comfortable, and easy to navigate for all. 📸: Jordan Moya Explore the full MUSC Health, Clements Ferry Pavilion case study: https://lnkd.in/dmpnzJnw
What does it really take to build a career in design? ✨ At the IIDA + OFS Roundtable at Indiana University Bloomington, Ellie Watkins, Briana Dunkin, and Hannah Freiherr shared the people, experiences, and lessons that have shaped their journeys and what the next generation of designers can take away from them. From staying curious and vulnerable to finding mentors in unexpected places, their conversation offers insight into building meaningful relationships throughout your career.
📣 Design Students! 📣 Don't miss out on our new three-part webinar helping you build skills and confidence for starting your career!
Starting your design career can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. The Design Career Starter Kit, a three-part virtual webinar series from IIDA and OFS, is designed to help student members build the skills and confidence they need to take their first steps into the profession. Across three sessions, you’ll learn how to: 💼 Ace the Application: Stand out when applying for your first design job 🎤 Master the Interview: Prepare for your next interview and make a strong impression 🧭 Choose Your Design Direction: Explore specialties and discover career paths that fit your interests and goals Join IIDA and design leaders Sept. 22–24 for candid conversations, practical advice, and actionable insights to help you move from student to design professional. 📅 Sept. 22–24 💻 Virtual sessions Ready to take the next step? Register today: https://ow.ly/O4Xu50ZLZLu
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Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) Health, Clements Ferry Pavilion brings a wide range of outpatient services together under one roof for communities throughout Berkeley and Charleston counties. Located in Charleston’s growing Cainhoy community, the four-story, 80,000-square-foot facility was designed around the needs of patients, families, and caregivers, creating a more connected and welcoming healthcare experience. Take a look inside this new space, hear from a MUSC leader, Caitlyn Bobo Robinson, and see how thoughtful design is helping support care at every step. Explore here: https://lnkd.in/gXY4X6pW 🎥: Jordan Moya
How can you set yourself up for success as you begin a career in interior design? In episode three of our Design Career Advice series, Ellie Watkins, RID, NCIDQ, Interior Designer at BSA LifeStructures; Briana Dunkin, Founder and CEO of Parallel Design Group; and Hannah Freiherr, VP of Design at Business Furniture + Co, share what they would do differently if they were design students today. From saying yes to new experiences and getting comfortable being uncomfortable to networking, job shadowing, setting boundaries, and finding opportunities to grow, they share advice for taking your first steps into the design industry. Missed our previous episodes? Discover more today: https://lnkd.in/gxKNPCzY
Say hello to Henson and Trimble, two woven indoor-outdoor textiles made for lasting color, light resistance, and inherent bleach cleanability. Trimble brings an elevated feel with a silk-like sheen, while Henson adds a whimsical chevron and fashion-forward color combinations. Order samples now: https://lnkd.in/gmpCjRCz
Today, we remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and honor the courage of the first responders, service members, and everyday heroes who stepped forward in the face of tragedy. That spirit of remembrance is at the heart of our annual Honor and Remember Run. This year, over 200 participants came together to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice, recognize those who continue to serve, and carry forward the stories of those we will never forget. #NeverForget #HonorAndRememberRun
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Maria VanDeman joins in on why finding a mentor doesn’t always mean finding just one person. Your mentors can be professors, designers, coworkers, industry professionals, or simply people you meet along the way. Stay curious, ask questions, and learn from the moments that help shape the designer you want to become. Looking for more advice on mentorship from design professionals? Watch the full video: https://lnkd.in/gW4dMtGb
Georgia Tech’s CODA Building brings researchers, academic teams, and technology professionals together under one roof, with spaces designed to balance focused work, collaboration, and the exchange of ideas across disciplines. 📸: Gregg Willett Explore the full case study: https://lnkd.in/g3Yuk3fS