This volume is a compilation of ideas and suggestions for furniture products and layouts supporting Brainstorming, Conversing and Presenting functions within IBM office space.
None of the products nor layouts are prescriptive, and the renderings are aspirational in nature. This information should be read in conjunction with the current IBM Workplace Guidelines.
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Brainstorming
The small brainstorming space is for IBM employees to collaborate and create a welcoming environment, free from outside distractions. Digital and analog tools aid in the ability to test and include non-physically present teammates.
• Ergonomic task chairs with arms and casters
• Table with convenience power Wireless network throughout
• Writeable board location per room
• Table with convenience power Wireless network throughout
• Writeable board location per room
Capacity 5 Workpoints
Dimensions 12’ x 12’ 3.6m x 3.6m
Footprint 144 sqft / 13 sm
Protocol Bookable
Dimensions 12’ x 12’ 3.6m x 3.6m
Footprint 144 sqft / 13 sm
Protocol Bookable
CONCEPT 1
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Conversing
The small conversing space provides a relaxed environment to have personal, difficult, or sensitive conversations. IBM employees looking for a different environment to connect and collaborate can utilize technology provided for sharing or reviewing content.
• Lounge Furniture, such as sofas and chairs
• Small café, coffee, or laptop tables for holding beverages and laptops.
• Small café, coffee, or laptop tables for holding beverages and laptops.
Capacity 5 Workpoints
Dimensions 12’ x 12’ 3.6m x 3.6m
Footprint 144 sqft / 13 sm
Protocol Bookable
Dimensions 12’ x 12’ 3.6m x 3.6m
Footprint 144 sqft / 13 sm
Protocol Bookable
CONCEPT 1
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CONCEPT 2
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CONCEPT 3
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Presenting
The small presenting space is designed to energize the group when pitching ideas internally or to clients, technology is intentional to create a team environment whether in person or virtually.
• Ergonomic task chairs with arms and casters
• Table with convenience power. Wireless network throughout.
• Writeable board location per room.
• Table with convenience power. Wireless network throughout.
• Writeable board location per room.
Capacity 5 Workpoints
Dimensions 12’ x 12’ 3.6m x 3.6m
Footprint 144 sqft / 13 sm
Protocol Bookable
Dimensions 12’ x 12’ 3.6m x 3.6m
Footprint 144 sqft / 13 sm
Protocol Bookable
CONCEPT 1
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CONCEPT 2
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CONCEPT 3
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Brainstorming
In the medium brainstorming space, IBM employees will find a balance between digital and analog tools to support collaborating with teammates in person or virtually. Furniture is arranged to provide a dynamic environment that support creativity.
• Ergonomic task chairs with arms and casters.
• Table with convenience power. Wireless network throughout.
• Storage unit for holding food and beverage and storing AV equipment
• Writeable board location per room.
• Table with convenience power. Wireless network throughout.
• Storage unit for holding food and beverage and storing AV equipment
• Writeable board location per room.
Capacity 8 Workpoints
Dimensions 24’ x 24’ 3.6m x 7.3m
Footprint 288 sqft / 26.3 sm
Protocol Bookable
Dimensions 24’ x 24’ 3.6m x 7.3m
Footprint 288 sqft / 26.3 sm
Protocol Bookable
CONCEPT 1
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CONCEPT 2
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CONCEPT 3
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Conversing
In the medium conversing space, IBM employees can listen and converse in a comfortable environment. Digital tools within the space enable those not present to be part of the discussion.
• Variety of seating types, such as sofa and lounge chairs.
• Variety of tables to support seated postures , such as laptop table, coffee table, or seated height table. Wireless network throughout.
• Storage unit to provide surface for food and beverage or storing AV equipment.
• Variety of tables to support seated postures , such as laptop table, coffee table, or seated height table. Wireless network throughout.
• Storage unit to provide surface for food and beverage or storing AV equipment.
Capacity 8 Workpoints
Dimensions 24’ x 24’ 3.6m x 7.3m
Footprint 288 sqft / 26.3 sm
Protocol Bookable
Dimensions 24’ x 24’ 3.6m x 7.3m
Footprint 288 sqft / 26.3 sm
Protocol Bookable
CONCEPT 1
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CONCEPT 2
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CONCEPT 3
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Presenting
In the medium presenting space, multiple furniture settings are represented as a two-tier space type enabling each user to have a clear view of the display and camera. IBM employees can quickly gather to share content and collaborate while including remote participants.
• Lounge and low tier 1 seating
• Shown in diagram: sofa with surfaces, such as tablet arm or laptop table to hold laptops and beverages
• Lounge chairs or moveable ottomans on casters
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• Shown in diagram: sofa with surfaces, such as tablet arm or laptop table to hold laptops and beverages
• Lounge chairs or moveable ottomans on casters
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Capacity 8 Workpoints
Dimensions 24’ x 24’ 3.6m x 7.3m
Footprint 288 sqft / 26.3 sm
Protocol Bookable
Dimensions 24’ x 24’ 3.6m x 7.3m
Footprint 288 sqft / 26.3 sm
Protocol Bookable
CONCEPT 1
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CONCEPT 2
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CONCEPT 3
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Brainstorming
The large brainstorming space allows large groups to have versatile furniture to support various activities. This dynamic environment supports collective ideation whether IBM employees are in person or remote.
• A mix of stools and ergonomic task chairs
• Rectangular table with lockable casters to support various configurations
• Writeable board location per room
• Mobile whiteboard with digital capabilities
• Consider storage cubbies for personal effects.
• Rectangular table with lockable casters to support various configurations
• Writeable board location per room
• Mobile whiteboard with digital capabilities
• Consider storage cubbies for personal effects.
Capacity 16 Workpoints
Dimensions 24’ x 24’ / 7.3 m x 7.3 m
Footprint 576sf / 53.3 m
Protocol Bookable
Dimensions 24’ x 24’ / 7.3 m x 7.3 m
Footprint 576sf / 53.3 m
Protocol Bookable
CONCEPT 1
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Presenting – Informal
The large presenting space provides two-tier seating to give all user visibility to the presenter and monitors. Digital tools within the space enable remote participants to feel included and visible to those physically present.
• Bar-height stools and ergonomic task stools
• U-shaped upholstered lounge system with integrated tablet arms or pull-up laptop tables
• Upholstered lounge alongside of the room opposite the glass with laptop tables
• Center coffee table
• Credenza to hold food and beverage opposite monitors
• Mobile writeable surface
• U-shaped upholstered lounge system with integrated tablet arms or pull-up laptop tables
• Upholstered lounge alongside of the room opposite the glass with laptop tables
• Center coffee table
• Credenza to hold food and beverage opposite monitors
• Mobile writeable surface
Capacity 24 Workpoints
Dimensions 24’ x 24’ / 7.3 m x 7.3 m
Footprint 576sf / 53.3 m
Protocol Bookable
Dimensions 24’ x 24’ / 7.3 m x 7.3 m
Footprint 576sf / 53.3 m
Protocol Bookable
CONCEPT 1
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Presenting – Formal
The large presenting space provides two-tier seating to give all user visibility to the presenter and monitors. Digital tools within the space enable remote participants to feel included and visible to those physically present.
• Rectangular table
• Ergonomic conference room task chairs
• Upholstered lounge furniture
• Laptop tables
• Credenza
• Ergonomic conference room task chairs
• Upholstered lounge furniture
• Laptop tables
• Credenza
Capacity 24 Workpoints
Dimensions 18’ x 32’ / 5.6 m x 9.9 m
Footprint 576sf / 53.3 m
Protocol Bookable
Dimensions 18’ x 32’ / 5.6 m x 9.9 m
Footprint 576sf / 53.3 m
Protocol Bookable
CONCEPT 1
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Brainstorming
The small brainstorming space supports dynamic collaboration in a semiprivate area. Intentional technology enables IBM employees to utilize the space in an analog way to support their needs.
• Ergonomic task chairs with arms and casters
• Ottomans to provide seating for additional team members
• Table with convenience power. Wireless network throughout
• Optional flexible divider. Consider planter, fabric panel, or writable surface,
• Ottomans to provide seating for additional team members
• Table with convenience power. Wireless network throughout
• Optional flexible divider. Consider planter, fabric panel, or writable surface,
Capacity 5 Workpoints
Dimensions 12’ x 12’ 3.6m x 3.6m
Footprint 144 sqft / 13 sm
Protocol Non-Bookable
Dimensions 12’ x 12’ 3.6m x 3.6m
Footprint 144 sqft / 13 sm
Protocol Non-Bookable
Conversing – Small 1
In a small conversing environment, IBM employees can engage with one another in a relaxed setting. The absence of technology enables colleagues to connect without distractions.
• Booth with convenience power. Wireless network throughout
• Table to provide a work surface
• Table to provide a work surface
Capacity 2 Workpoints
Dimensions 6’ x 8’ / 1.8 m x 2.4 m
Footprint 48 sf / 4.3 sqm
Protocol Non-Bookable
Dimensions 6’ x 8’ / 1.8 m x 2.4 m
Footprint 48 sf / 4.3 sqm
Protocol Non-Bookable
Conversing – Small 2
In the conversing small space teams can focus on connecting, collaborating, and sharing content from a monitor while in a comfortable setting. Green walls divide the space to provide a unique setting while supporting well-being.
• Two styles of informal seating to support individual preferences
• Booth with convenience power. Wireless network throughout
• Optional flexible divider. Consider planter, fabric panel, or writeable surface.
• Booth with convenience power. Wireless network throughout
• Optional flexible divider. Consider planter, fabric panel, or writeable surface.
Capacity 5 Workpoints
Dimensions 12’ x 12’ 3.6m x 3.6m
Footprint 144 sqft / 13 sm
Protocol Non-Bookable
Dimensions 12’ x 12’ 3.6m x 3.6m
Footprint 144 sqft / 13 sm
Protocol Non-Bookable
Presenting
The presenting small space provides an energetic connection to the surroundings. Intentional technology enables IBM employees to share content whether in person or remotely.
• Ergonomic task chairs with arms and casters
• Table with convenience power. Wireless network throughout.
• Optional flexible divider. Consider planter, fabric panel, or writeable surface.
• Table with convenience power. Wireless network throughout.
• Optional flexible divider. Consider planter, fabric panel, or writeable surface.
Capacity 4 Workpoints
Dimensions 12’ x 12’ 3.6m x 3.6m
Footprint 144 sqft / 13 sm
Protocol Non-Bookable
Dimensions 12’ x 12’ 3.6m x 3.6m
Footprint 144 sqft / 13 sm
Protocol Non-Bookable
Brainstorming
The medium brainstorming space enables an informal environment that supports spontaneous collaboration and creativity. A mobile whiteboard and monitor stand enable IMB employees to choose the environment that best supports their needs.
• Ergonomic task chairs
• Table with convenience power. Wireless network throughout
• Mobile whiteboard
• Optional flexible divider. Consider planter, fabric panel, or writeable surface.
• Table with convenience power. Wireless network throughout
• Mobile whiteboard
• Optional flexible divider. Consider planter, fabric panel, or writeable surface.
Capacity 10 Workpoints
Dimensions 12’ x 24’ 3.6m x 7.3m
Footprint 288 sqft / 26.3 sm
Protocol Non-Bookable
Dimensions 12’ x 24’ 3.6m x 7.3m
Footprint 288 sqft / 26.3 sm
Protocol Non-Bookable
CONCEPT 1
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CONCEPT 2
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CONCEPT 3
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Conversing
The medium conversing space provides an informal environment that utilizes multiple furniture settings. Monitors and mobile whiteboards are readily accessible to share content, enable collaboration and include remote participants.
• Informal seating arrangement with two styles of seating.
• Mobile whiteboard
• Credenza for storing AV equipment and providing a space for food and beverages
• Laptop tables to provide a work surface
• Optional flexible divider. Consider planter, fabric panel, or writeable surface.
• Mobile whiteboard
• Credenza for storing AV equipment and providing a space for food and beverages
• Laptop tables to provide a work surface
• Optional flexible divider. Consider planter, fabric panel, or writeable surface.
Capacity 8 Workpoints
Dimensions 12’ x 24’ 3.6m x 7.3m
Footprint 288 sqft / 26.3 sm
Protocol Non-Bookable
Dimensions 12’ x 24’ 3.6m x 7.3m
Footprint 288 sqft / 26.3 sm
Protocol Non-Bookable
CONCEPT 1
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CONCEPT 2
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CONCEPT 3
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Presenting
The medium presenting space provides multiple seating arrangements for users to view content. Intentional technology enables various size groups to coordinate, connect, and collaborate.
• Two-tier seating for all users to view the screen
• Provide two styles of seating for comfort
• Table with convenience power. Wireless network throughout.
• Laptop tables to provide work surface
• Optional flexible divider. Consider planter, fabric panel, or writeable surface
• Provide two styles of seating for comfort
• Table with convenience power. Wireless network throughout.
• Laptop tables to provide work surface
• Optional flexible divider. Consider planter, fabric panel, or writeable surface
Capacity 10 Workpoints
Dimensions 12’ x 24’ 3.6m x 7.3m
Footprint 288 sqft / 26.3 sm
Protocol Non-Bookable
Dimensions 12’ x 24’ 3.6m x 7.3m
Footprint 288 sqft / 26.3 sm
Protocol Non-Bookable
CONCEPT 1
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CONCEPT 2
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CONCEPT 3
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Brainstorming
The large brainstorming space provides a workshop-style settings for teams to meet in an informal, flexible environment. Mobile whiteboards and digital tools enable multiple working styles while in a semi enclosed space.
• Two style of seating options, easily moveable.
• Two styles of table options with power and data across, consider one style to be easily moveable.
• Mobile whiteboard
• Optional flexible device. Consider planter, fabric panel, or writeable surface
• Two styles of table options with power and data across, consider one style to be easily moveable.
• Mobile whiteboard
• Optional flexible device. Consider planter, fabric panel, or writeable surface
Capacity 18 Workpoints
Dimensions 24’ x 24’ 7.2m x 7.2m
Footprint 576 sqft / 51.8 sm
Protocol Non-Bookable
Dimensions 24’ x 24’ 7.2m x 7.2m
Footprint 576 sqft / 51.8 sm
Protocol Non-Bookable
CONCEPT 1
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CONCEPT 2
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CONCEPT 3
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Presenting
The large presenting space offers multiple furniture settings to support engagement in creative sessions. Digital and analog tools support multiple methods of creating and collaborating.
• Informal lounge furniture with tablet arms or laptop tables
• Moveable ottomans to support a variety of work settings
• Table with convenience power. Wireless network throughout
• Mobile whiteboards
• Moveable ottomans to support a variety of work settings
• Table with convenience power. Wireless network throughout
• Mobile whiteboards
Capacity 14 Workpoints
Dimensions 24’ x 24’ 7.2m x 7.2m
Footprint 576 sqft / 51.8 sm
Protocol Non-Bookable
Dimensions 24’ x 24’ 7.2m x 7.2m
Footprint 576 sqft / 51.8 sm
Protocol Non-Bookable
CONCEPT 1
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CONCEPT 2
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CONCEPT 3
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