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When it comes to today’s open office landscape, visual expression is more essential than ever. Whether it is a first impression or sustaining ever-changing workplace activities, the interior plays an important role in communicating the company’s voice, character and aspirations. Environment aesthetics set an important tone—whether bold or subtle, dramatic or contemporary. Visual expression can happen anywhere, yet for decades, system surfaces and materials have largely been ignored. Narrate changes that in dramatic style, emphasizing the personality of a brand and creating positive...

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BREAKING THE TRADITION Narrate is a departure from the ordinary, offering a look that’s simple and structured, yet visually interesting. In the open setting, Narrate breaks down walls and brings people closer together. Also shown Task Seating: Joya / Lounge Seating: Dwell & Theo / Storage: Footprint / Tables: Dock & Theo

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CLEAN. CRISP. CREATIVE. Intentionally uncluttered, Narrate has clean lines and crisp aesthetics. Technology is integrated, yet hidden from plain sight. The system doesn’t demand attention, blending in so people can do standout work. Also shown Task Seating: Joya / Storage: Footprint

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FIT FOR ANY LANDSCAPE With Narrate, standard work areas are replaced by beautiful settings, naturally fit for open landscapes while preserving the best characteristics— privacy, worker autonomy, and spatial efficiency. Also shown Task Seating: Joya / Ottoman: Dwell / Occasional Table: Bloom / Storage: Footprint / Work Table: Dock / Stool: Lusso

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THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX In today’s brand-focused, design-forward settings, panel systems have clashed with the need for more open, collaborative settings. At the same time, these work spaces do have a few perks: privacy, personalization and an efficient footprint. Narrate embraces these attributes while encouraging flexibility, freedom, and social interaction. Also shown Storage: Footprint / Task Seating: Wish / Ottoman: Dwell

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READY, SET, CHANGE Narrate makes for incredibly versatile settings. Create accommodations for internal teams, a touchdown space for mobile workers, or an open spot for workplace guests. Also shown Tables & Bookcase: fiXt / Storage: Stow / Task Seating: Joya

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MEETING POTENTIAL Keep teams in close proximity, where they can break for a meeting at a moment’s notice. Monitors seamlessly integrate into back-painted glass frames for a flush, clean aesthetic. Also shown Storage: Footprint / Task Seating: Wish / Swivel : Lusso

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Collaborative Landing Perfect for coming and going. Provide mobile workers or on-site guests everything they need, all in a minimal footprint. Clean Appeal Keep it professional and buttoned up. This configuration offers plenty of storage space for organizing information. Robust Bench Encourages creative interaction and fluid conversation, while ensuring everyone has a home base. An attractive color palette elevates style and character. Solo Retreat A private place that lives within an open setting. Retreat for a private call or moment of solitude, while still feeling connected to your...

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THOUGHT STARTERS Bare Necessities Equipping a team doesn’t have to be complicated. Technology, collaboration, below-surface storage—it’s all there. A Striking First Impression Narrate makes a strong impression by showcasing a brand’s character while encouraging users to move throughout the day with height adjust desk options. Its clean aesthetic provides health and wellness all in a single destination. Double Duty Crisp, clean configurations support individual and social work— simultaneously. A mix of products and materials bring all of the elements to life. Four Quarters Configured for...

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GET TO KNOW NARRATE There’s a lot going on with Narrate, and for good reason. The system provides essential components every worker needs, along with plenty of fresh ideas. Top to bottom, end to end, Narrate makes a clean statement and supports workers on multiple levels. 1 Sliding Privacy Door 5 Framed Glass Tile Narrate frames are available in five different base heights and can be built up to 80" and 93" tall by adding 1 or 2-High stackers. 2 5-High Frame with Tile 3 Monitor Behind Back-Painted Glass 4 Stacking Frame Can Span Multiple Frames 6 Ceiling Power / Data Pole 10 Off-Module...

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OPTIONS & DETAILS Please reference the Narrate price list for full statement of line and the complete offering of material options. TRIM CONTINUED Single-Sided To-the-Floor Frames Available in 2, 3, 3.5, 4 & 5-High. Shown without Raceway Cover. Cover Slats – Horizontal Available in Painted Metal. Cover Slats – Vertical Available in TFL or Wood. Trim & Support Traxx Trim Traxx (top) for a cleaner look. Support Traxx (bottom) to attach components. Standard Fabric Tiles Also available as Fire-Rated Fabric Tiles. Available up to 5-High. Laminate Tiles Available up to 3-High. Paint Tiles...

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OPTIONS & DETAILS Please reference the Narrate price list for full statement of line and the complete offering of material options. METAL STORAGE Plywood – Crossroads Available up to 3.5-High. Clear Finish. Plywood – Diagonal Available up to 3.5-High. Clear Finish. Plywood – Intersect Available up to 3.5-High. Clear Finish. Plywood – Stitch Available up to 3.5-High. Clear Finish. Sliding-Door Cabinets – Center-Mount Two-Sided Access. Open Cabinets – Center-Mount Two-Sided Access. Cabinet with Disc Base Available with Sliding-Door or Open Cabinet. Cabinet with Support Post Available with...

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OPTIONS & DETAILS COMPANION PRODUCTS Reference the price list for the complete offering of material options. Slight variations within commercial tolerance may occur in color and texture between this printed piece and the finished product. Material samples can be viewed and ordered at kimball.com. Narrate is designed to seamlessly integrate with a wide range of Kimball products. Additional options available Plywood Available on End Panels only. Tuscan Walnut Midtown Walnut Coco Sapele Available in Veneer only. Additional options available NARRATE + FOOTPRINT & DOCK Designer White Antique...

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