DIRTT PRODUCT PHILOSOPHY From the outset, DIRTT product design
developed
using
three
premises: • Focus
must
always
be
on
providing sustainable solutions, either
from
a
material
or
behavioral perspective. • The environment must be fully responsive to both aesthetic and
functional
needs,
at
point of creation and over time,
without
concern
for
compatibility. • Our work will never be done. At no point will the product cease to evolve.
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dopting
uncertain and impossible to predict. Because of this, all design activity focuses
on
interface
between
objects in the environment, much these
simple
directives drove the product
solution to be indifferent to the future, to have radical aesthetic variability, and to continue to adapt and evolve in response to
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have taken an approach
that contemplates change from Rather
than attempt to predict the future, our solution was developed with the assumption that the future is
can be certain of their compatibility
because they have a standardized
the company. As radically different
interface and are not concerned
products like toasters, radios, and
with what they connect to. Simple;
vacuum cleaners all connect to
but critical.
the world in the same way, so too
it
e have been fortunate to
we develop in the future, we
to anything made in the history of
do all of our modules connect to
undamentally,
COMPATIBILITY
R
egardless of the module types
Any two blocks in LEGO connect
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market and end-user needs.
a different perspective.
like behaviors found in LEGO™.
concern as well.
as
soon
as
each other. We have developed
an object cares about what
an
connects
change, and will forever ensure
to
its
future
use
is greatly limited. The goal of
interface
that
will
never
sustainability.
creating sustainable environments demands that whatever we create cannot
be
concerned
about
what’s coming next. This approach assures not only compatibility over time, but the ability to evolve the environment significantly without
THE PRODUCT IN THE FUTURE
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t is impossible to predict the future of the DIRTT environment. It is fair
to say, any environment asked to respond to technological change
cannot be rooted in a narrow
As
perspective. This acceptance of
opportunities arise, we continue
modular power, large format
uncertainty gives freedom to the
to
exciting
rear projection displays, and
future state of DIRTT, allowing our
opportunities
expression.
sound masking are some of the
solutions to respond to whatever
We have a strong focus on
technologies we are focusing
comes our way. Having said that,
providing aesthetic ownership
on, among others. As the world
there are areas of focus in the near
to others, and we will continue
evolves, so too does DIRTT.
term:
to respond.
• As society turns its focus to the
time
find
passes
new
and
and for
new
Modular data,
• Standard
• Technology, as an extension
improvements
are
ongoing.
of
have manufacturers evolved.
continues
In many cases manufacturing
DIRTT Design Team leverages
already
processes have changed, as
significant
and
economy, there is always room
in the case of formaldehyde-
expertise
integration
for improvement. We continue
free and renewable substrates,
of
built
to improve our manufacturing
or new ones invented as in
environment. DIRTT is pursuing
processes through automation
the use of recycled cotton in
solutions
unify
and further refinements to the
high-performance
communication, display, and
product. We are dedicated to
interface
continuous improvements.
DIRTT
continues
and
develop
technologies sensitive
to
the
demands
we
place
our
on
environments. • The on
focus aesthetic
expression,
in
particular
the
expressions
of
the architectural and
design
community their
and
clients.
to
adopt
DIRTT
product
issue of the environment, so too
insulation.
the
our products.
to
environment,
Even though the part count
evolve.
and
experience in
the
technology
that
in
the
fully
technologies
The
into
material have
consumption excellent
COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGES
Clean Speed to install Real time changes No down time Built to exact specifications Full range of accessories for performance & productivity 98% on time installation Reconfiguration ease as you grow or change
ICE SOFTWARE
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t’s a videogame for design – with brains for business. ICE®
software
provides
graphical,
interactive
exploration of your design. Everyone is on the same page and understands the big picture. Meanwhile, behind the scenes your design is instantly calculated into the parts, pieces, connections and pricing. Changing it? even in 3D?
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ot a problem. ICE automatically updates every aspect. Ultimately, that information goes to
the DIRTT factory where your Walls are precisely manufactured without human interpretation.
TECHNOLOGY APPLICATIONS
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he parametric nature of the Walls means you further design them to suit your building, your
furniture and your culture. Using DIRTT’s intelligent, 3D software called ICE®, you experience your space in real-time, interactive 3D and modify it to create the exact space you want. Every change you make is automatically updated in the quote, specification and production information.
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s it always does, technology will change. DIRTT Walls are impervious to change. Universal
mounting abilities – inside and outside the Walls – mean whatever comes next will fit without demolition and rebuilding with all the attendant noise, material disposal and energy waste.
DIRTT Walls do not predict the future. They just go with it.
FLOORS
T
he DIRTT Floor is a low-profile floor. At just two and five-eights inches high it doesn’t support HVAC
, but it does support adaptable power and data infrastructures. In some cases, where ceiling conditions are limiting, a low-profile floor is the only choice.
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he clever design of the DIRTT Floor components makes it straightforward to install.
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nce in place, the sub-trades simply open the pathways and lay down their cables thereby
lowering labor hours. This is compared to going up and down ladders and feeding wires into trays in the ceiling.
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o matter the brand of floor, the smartest approach is to fill it with modular power and
data solutions.
DOORS
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ur favorite is the sliding door. It’s quiet, doesn’t need a floor track, quick to install, smooth and easy to operate, offers amazing acoustics, is non-handed, plus it saves square feet like there’s no tomorrow. Our
sliding doors can be solid, framed glass, frameless glass and double. But we know there is a place in the world for other kinds of doors, so we also have very nice pivot and butt hinge doors.
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t is the little things make our Sliding Doors such a great choice. Acoustic seals, ADA compliant pulls, discreet little feet to hold the door firm to the wall, the ability to put it inside or outside the room and flip it around if that room
gets reconfigured.
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ur Pivot Doors also come in framed or frameless glass, solid and double, they also are available with automatic closers. Plus we developed a daring Center Pivot Door that is simply clean, elegant fun.
he workhorse Butt Hinge door can be sourced locally and we will simply supply the hardware. Lock hardware and/or signage options are available for each door type.
MILLWORK
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drawer that shuts itself. A credenza hanging off the floor. An overhead that is the perfect fit…these are little things that make a big difference.
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IRTT Millwork is fully customizable, modular cabinetry. Just like built in situ millwork, you can create the perfect piece to fit the perfect space. Unlike conventional millwork, DIRTT Millwork offers a set price, a fast lead-time,
smooth install and long-term agility.
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IRTT Millwork works for nearly any application – healthcare, corporate, residential, education, government… Finishes and shapes are determined by the designer to suit the space. Using ICE® software, the designer
designs while the software specifies, prices and produces manufacturing information. The perfect piece is produced quickly and without error.
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ands-free drawers, secure lockers, non-splash-back sinks, overheads, Java Center cabinetry and countertops are just some of the many ways DIRTT Millwork can morph into what you need, in the size you need, at the
speed you need. It all hangs from the horizontal support in DIRTT Walls, ready to move if you need it to.
CORPORATE
T
he ability to adapt quickly and painlessly is a powerful business tactic. It isn’t just something for down the road. Flexibility is vital during the design, construction and move-in stages of your workspace. Once you are up and
running and business demands change, you should then be confident in your ability to adapt without disruption, high costs or time wasted. DIRTT gives you that confidence.
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IRTT ’s built-in flexibility is designed to suit your unique needs – aesthetically, functionally and technologically. There are no standard sizes or shapes or layouts. Your Walls will fit your chosen real estate, support your
furniture, integrate your current and future technologies and exude your corporate culture.
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o ensure you get what you want, DIRTT uses ICE® intelligent, 3D software. It shows you your workspace in graphic 3D, where you fly-through your design, make large or small modifications and see how it affects your
budget – Instantly. This fly-through can be captured and shared with your stakeholders to inform and unite your company in making the best decisions.
DIRTT turns your office into a dynamic part of your business strategy.
EDUCATION
L
earning environments are under constant change. Technology, teaching methods, enrollment‌ all
regularly stretch the abilities of the physical space and put it in jeopardy. Older buildings are most endangered, yet they bring a sense of stability and history to their neighborhoods. It is our duty to provide students with schools to support learning and buildings that support society.
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y creating agile and highly functional interiors, the building itself becomes impervious to the
winds of change. DIRTT Walls offer the ability to adapt to changes large and small. They support today’s technology and whatever comes tomorrow. Each Wall is designed as you need, functionally, dimensionally and aesthetically.
HEALTHCARE
H
ealthcare facilities are some of the most technologically
intensive,
fastest
changing
spaces. Oh, and by the way they have to provide an empathetic human experience for patients, visitors and staff. Success comes down to better care and improved outcomes.
DIRTT Walls satisfy all these criteria.
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hey offer customized, accessible support for medical gasses, equipment, plumbing, power/
data, handrails, furniture, storage, and audio/visual systems. The challenges of infection prevention and layout consistency are also met with rigor. DIRTT offers anti-bacterial finishes and the ability to design same placement of equipment in every room, making fewer opportunities for infections and mistakes.
JAVA CENTERS
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reate a destination spot in your office. A place that shows you are a client-driven business and a desirable employer – without breaking your budget or extending your construction schedule. Create it with DIRTT
Java Centers.
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Java Center gives you a perfect in-house space to effortlessly host clients and create a pleasant refreshment area to attract and keep great employees. The DIRTT Walls support wiring, plumbing, furniture and appliances,
resulting in a hospitable area that integrates elegantly with the rest of your space.
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ou are free to choose handcrafted cabinetry or modular caseworks. Add dishwashers, sinks, fridges, coffee makers, TVs, granite countertops…you create the perfect response to your needs using ICE® software to
design it. Interactive, intelligent and in graphical 3D, ICE lets you quickly design, specify and price the perfect space for your corporate culture.
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n conventional construction the refreshment area often becomes a casualty of cost and/or schedule overruns. Then it is downgraded or eliminated. By choosing DIRTT Walls for this aspect of your project you ensure results
are on budget, on time and exactly what you wanted. On top of it all, they are as agile and accessible as every other DIRTT application.
ACCESSORIES
T
he little things can make a big difference. DIRTT Accessories are just those little things. They provide
everything from a place to store CDs to a vase for a flower to brighten your day. Nearly all the Accessories slip neatly into any horizontal extrusion you see on any DIRTT Wall.
INSTALLATION
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uild as Drawn is a term used to describe the finished work of the installation crew. All price quotations
were based on the number of hours to build and layout the furniture as shown on the installation drawing.
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hange Orders are required to do any work not in the original scope of the installation quotation.
This could be additional work not part of the original work order or a request to change the build as drawn specification to some other variation.
Generally, all
changes to the scope of work are billable at the time and materials rate.
Completion of change order
work is based on crew availability and may require rescheduling.
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ower and Data work is not completed by furniture installation personnel. This is due to code restrictions
and the need for certifiable data connections.
It is
the customer’s responsibility to order this work from independent contractors.
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