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NARRATE When it comes to today s open office landscape, visual expression is surfaces and materials have largely been ignored. Narrate changes that layered panels, seamed panels and more. The collection allows throughout the system. Narrate works hard for you, instinctively more essential than ever. in dramatic style, emphasizing the personality of a brand and creating designers to incorporate shelters, creating visual interest, acoustical combining design, technology and flexibility to support a dynamic 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 positive experiences in today s workplace. Narrate offers a streamlined framework to tell your brand story throughout the workplace landscape. While bringing together a wide range of complementary components and products, Narrate s end panel system can be outfitted with customized graphics, mixed materials, separation or to encourage private thinking areas. With an advanced infrastructure, Narrate fully supports teams with a seamless integration of storage, technology, and the choice of static or height-adjustable work surfaces. What s more, technology is effortlessly incorporated with the ease of connection through any panel and cleanly concealed workplace environment. Let your brand story unfold through the expressive, flexible design system of Narrate. 2 3
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 4 5
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 6 7
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 8 9
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 10 11
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 12 13
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 14 15
THOUGHT STARTERS 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 surroundings. 16 17
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 collaborative work, this setting equips individuals with everything they need to be productive space, storage, and power. 18 19
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. 12 13 18 6 10 19 4 7 14 5 11 15 16 17 21 20 1 2 3 22 8 9 27 26 31 25 23 33 28 24 29 28 31 30 93" 80" 68" 1-High 2-High 32 50" 55" 42" 30" 2-High 3-High 3.5-High 4-High 5-High 5-High 5-High 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. 1 Sliding Privacy Door 5 Framed Glass Tile 9 Tech Tile 13 Hi-Low Panel Trim 18 Stacking Corner Post 22 End Trim 26 Laminate or Veneer Tile 30 Floor Power In-Feed 2 5-High Frame with Tile 3 Monitor Behind Back-Painted Glass 4 Stacking Frame Can Span Multiple Frames 6 Ceiling Power / Data Pole 7 Top Channel Lay-in Cabling 8 Mid-Channel Electrical 10 Off-Module Overhead 11 Support Traxx 12 Off-Module Connections 14 Markerboard Tile 15 Narrate Accessories 16 Slat Tile 17 Perks Accessories 19 Frameless Glass 20 Recessed Glass Top Cap 21 Trim Traxx 23 Open-Base Frame 24 End Support Leg 25 Blank Raceway Cover 27 Laminate or Paint Tile 28 Wireway Cover 29 8 or 8/10 Wire Electrical 31 Vertical Jumper 32 Single-Sided Electrical Frame (Shown without Raceway Cover) 33 Combo Tile 20 21
OPTIONS & DETAILS Please reference the Narrate price list for full statement of line and the complete offering of material options. FRAMES TRIM CONTINUED Base-Wireway Frames Available in 2, 3, 3.5, 4 & 5-High. Open-Base Frames Available in 2, 3, 3.5, 4 & 5-High. To-the-Floor Frames Available in 2, 3, 3.5, 4 & 5-High. Single-Sided To-the-Floor Frames Available in 2, 3, 3.5, 4 & 5-High. Shown without Raceway Cover. Frameless Glass Also available as Frameless Resin. 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. TILES Monitor Frames 5-High. Stacking Frames Available in 1 & 2-High. Shown with Trim Traxx. Sliding Privacy Doors Available in 3.5, 4, 5, 6 & 7-High. Available as locking and non-locking. Hinged Door 6-High. Up to 7-High with Stacking Frames. Available in Wood or Painted. CONNECTORS Standard Fabric Tiles Also available as Fire-Rated Fabric Tiles. Available up to 5-High. Laminate Tiles Paint Tiles Wood Tiles 2-Way / L Available in Wood, Paint or Fabric. Also available as Stacking Connector. 3-Way / T Available in Wood, Paint or Fabric. Also available as Stacking Connector. 4-Way / X Available in Wood or Paint. Also available as Stacking Connector. Straight / S Available in Wood, Paint or Fabric. Also available as Stacking Connector. Glass Tiles with Frame Back-Painted Glass Tiles Back-Painted Glass Tiles for Monitor Frames 3-High. Available in Designer White, Shadow, Cloud, Fog, Cinder or Platinum Metallic. Combination Tiles Available up to 5-High. 2-Way / V Available in Wood, Paint or Fabric. Also available as Stacking Connector. 3-Way / Y Available in Wood or Paint. Also available as Stacking Connector. Off-Module Brackets Also available as stacking. Wall-Mount Bracket Markerboard Tiles Plain Metal Tiles Patterned Metal Tiles Perforated Available up to 2-High. Patterned Metal Tiles Embossed Available up to 2-High. TRIM Slat Tiles Fold-Down Tiles 1-High. Technology Tiles 1-High. Also available without cutouts. Available with Fabric, Marker Board or Slat Tiles. End Trim Available in Wood or Paint. Stacking End Trim Available in Wood or Paint. Hi-Lo Vertical Trim Available in Wood or Paint. Top Caps Available in Wood or Paint. 22 23
OPTIONS & DETAILS Please reference the Narrate price list for full statement of line and the complete offering of material options. END PANELS 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 Sliding-Door or Open Cabinet. Plank Available up to 3.5-High. Available in Standard Woods and Laminates. 3D Laminate Available up to 3.5-High. Exterior Available in Select Laminates. Laminate Available up to 3.5-High. Wood Available up to 3.5-High. Metal Cubby Storage METAL WORK TOOLS Resin Insert with Frame Available up to 3.5-High. Name Plate Pendaflex Folder Holders Phone/Ear Bud Holder Slant Sorter CUSTOM PANELS Narrate offers standard and customizable end panel options, providing a dynamic platform for brand expression. End panel hardware is designed to accommodate user-supplied end panels. Material options are endless when part of a structural component, capable of being attached perpendicular to the system s panels. Vertical Sorter Paper Tray Personal Shelf Phone Shelf For ordering details, please visit kimball.com or contact your customer service representative at: 800.482.1818 Dry-Erase Markerboard with Tray Cup Holder Picture Frame: 10" x 8" Picture Frame: 7" x 5" 24 25
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. WOODGRAIN: VENEER, TFL & HPL, PVC RIM Additional options available Plywood Available on End Panels only. Monterey Oak Tuscan Walnut Midtown Walnut Coco Sapele Available in Veneer only. Canyon Oak SOLID: TFL & HPL, PVC RIM Additional options available NARRATE + FOOTPRINT & DOCK Designer White Antique White Sandstone Cloud Fog Cinder FRAMELESS GLASS FRAMELESS RESIN FRAMED GLASS Charcoal Bronze Double Etched Clear Glacier Frosted (2 Sides) Also available in Clear NARRATE + PRIORITY SOLID: METALLIC PAINT Additional options available Silver Pearl Platinum Metallic Satin Bronze Metallic Patina Metallic Taupe Metallic Carbon Metallic PAINT COLORS Additional options available NARRATE + FIXT & STOW Tango Red Apricot Orange Golden Rod Spinach Green Cloud Blue Dark Blue 26 27
NARRATE 800.482.1818 kimball.com 1600 Royal Street Jasper, Indiana 47549 A unit of Kimball International 2017 Kimball International, Inc. Form No. BRNAR ver. 18a