How to get the best value with Answer Solutions
We’ve put together a few tips to consider when planning a workspace with Answer. Use these pointers to help get the most value out of your investment, both now and in the future.
How to save using...
panels
worksurfaces and storage
1. Lower panels are priced less and promote sharing and communication
5. Square-style top trims are lower in price than oval-style
2. Wider panels enable the use of fewer panels
6. Use the base for quick and simple power and data access
3. Monolithic fabric skins are priced lower than segmented skins
7. For power and data access above the base, field cut fabric skins
4. Minimal use of stacking will help keep pricing low
8. Use windows in base panels, rather than in stacked panels
1. Straight worksurfaces use space efficiently and tend to be lower in price than corners
4. Underworksurface storage is an efficient way to support worksurfaces
2. Shallow worksurfaces are lower in price and support smaller technology or provide piling surfaces
5. Lower price storage options, such as 200 Series, support basic storage needs
3. Panel mount worksurfaces are lower in price than freestanding
6. Shelves or bookcases are a money-saving solution to keeping information accessible
space 1. Use lateral files or Duo速 storage to divide space 2. Utilize vertical space by layering shelves above and below the worksurface 3. Use mobile peds with cushion tops for guest seating 4. Towers utilize vertical space, providing generous storage in a compact footprint
asset management 5. Use straight worksurface shapes combined with shallow secondary surfaces
1. A small number of non-dedicated parts result in minimal inventory and maximum flexibility
5. Vertical junctions are stackable making changing heights inexpensive
6. Slatwall is a hardworking solution for efficeintly utilizing vertical space
2. Vertical junctions and horizontal beams allow heights and widths to be changed independently
6. Components adjust easily, attaching every 1" vertically
3. Standardize on a small number of panel widths and skin heights to maximize future reuse 4. Many panel elements can be re-used, resulting in less inventory or parts to be purchased for reconfiguration
7. Skins are non-dedicated making them easy to reconfigure 8. Power kits are easy to move and can be used in every 12" zone of the panel
Store and divide. This simple and efficient workspace provides plenty of storage that doubles as space division.
Utilizing monolithic fabric skins and lowering panel heights keeps the price low without sacrificing function
Check out these value tips in action. Here are ten thoughtstarters to help get started.
7'6"
Lateral files do double-duty providing ample storage while also serving as space division 6'
Using a single primary worksurface saves space and money
Save space and collaborate. This compact space welcomes collaboration, while still supporting focus time.
Keep it organized. Open shelves provide a low-price solution for keeping things up and off the primary worksurface
Utilizing monolithic fabric skins and lowering panel heights keeps the price low without sacrificing function
An efficient workstation that supports all your filing needs, helping you effectively organize your work.
Slatwall provides for customization and frees up the primary worksurface
Adding personal shelves supports piling needs in a price-effective way, keeping your primary worksurface free for activity
8' Tower provides ample storage space in a compact footprint 7'
Building power and data into the base is the most simple and economic way to provide access
8'
The 200 Series storage family offers a low-price solution to meeting basic storage needs 6'
Using a single, straight primary worksurface saves space and money
Spread it out or put it away. With a spacious worksurface and expansive storage, this compact workstation supports all your needs.
A place for the mobile worker. Open shelves provide a low-price solution to keeping things up and off the primary worksurface
Utilizing monolithic fabric skins and lowering panel heights keeps the price low without sacrificing function
This compact station provides basic support for a mobile worker who just needs a touchdown space.
14'
The 200 Series storage family offers a low-price solution to meeting basic storage needs
8'
Building power and data into the base is the most simple and economic way to provide access
Mobile peds not only provide secure storage, but also give a temporary guest seat 9'
5'
Utilizing monolithic fabric skins and lowering panel heights keeps the price low without sacrificing function
The 200 Series storage family offers a low-price solution to meeting basic storage needs
Concentrate or collaborate. This workspace supports frequent transitions from concentrative to collaborative mode, and allows you to spread out and get your work done.
8'
Change it up. Utilizing monolithic fabric skins and lowering panel heights keeps the price low without sacrificing function
Wider panels lower the number of panels being used, resulting in a lower price 5'
120째 worksurface shape gives user flexibility to face out for collaboration or in for concentrative work
Freestanding furniture gives you the freedom to change the way your space works for you.
7'6"
Using a single primary worksurface saves space and money
Mobile peds not only provide secure storage, but also give a temporary guest seat 6'
Bookcases provide plenty of easy-access storage for piles and reference materials
Open storage is a low-price solution for keeping things off the primary worksurface, yet visible and within reach
Tailor to your needs. This space works hard, but still allows you to customize your workstation with worktools and removeable screens.
12'
Open it up and share. Panel top screens provide additional privacy that can be removed when desired
Lowering panel heights keeps the price down and promotes collaboration
The 200 Series storage family offers a low-price solution to meeting basic storage needs
9'
Lower panels and Duo storage create an open, inspiring space that allows you to easily shift from individual to collaborative work.
Duo tall storage is packed with value, providing space division, storage and standing-height collaborative space all in one
Utilizing a shallow 18" deep secondary worksurface provides a low-price solution for keeping anticipated work visible and within reach
8'
6'
Building power and data into the base is the most simple and economic way to provide access
Utilizing monolithic fabric skins and lowering panel heights keeps the price low without sacrificing function
Teamwork and interaction. This is the ultimate homebase for a highly interactive team.
Slatwall screens are a low-price alternative to panels
Open storage at each end supports shared team information and archives
Visit us online and go to Planning Ideas for ideas, applications, CAD files and more. steelcase.com/planningideas
12'6" Peds provide secure storage in a compact space
10'
ÂŽ
Call 800.333.9939 or visit steelcase.com Item # 09-0000155 01/09 Š 2009 Steelcase Inc. All rights reserved. All specifications subject to change without notice. E Printed in U.S.A. on 30% post-consumer recycled paper. Trademarks used herein are the property of Steelcase Development Corporation or of their respective owners.