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Allsteel Celebrates the Stanley Center for Peace and Security

Allsteel has recently expressed its pride in recognizing the Stanley Center for Peace and Security as the Workplace Winner at the 2024 Metropolis Planet Positive Awards. This distinction not only highlights the center's commitment to sustainability, equity, and innovation but also aligns with Allsteel's philosophy of being 'Designed to Do Better'.

The Stanley Center, located in Muscatine, Iowa, serves as a nonprofit hub dedicated to global collaboration, addressing pressing issues like climate change, nuclear disarmament, and the prevention of mass violence. This facility underwent a significant transformation from the historic Musser Public Library into a state-of-the-art, environmentally sustainable building, an initiative led by Neumann Monson Architects and completed in June 2023.

This transformation exemplifies the center's adherence to the Living Building Challenge standards, which emphasize energy self-sufficiency, ecological balance, and the promotion of meaningful community connections. Notably, the center's efforts are aimed at achieving official certification for its sustainable practices.

In terms of design, the Stanley Center is furnished with Allsteel's environmentally conscious products. This includes items such as the Beyond® walls, Silea™ desks, Parallel™ sofas, and Corral Cobra tables. These products are not only designed for aesthetic appeal but also for functionality and sustainability, affirming the center’s mission to create a positive impact through thoughtful design.

The recognition at the Planet Positive Awards is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the Stanley Center team. Their commitment to social and environmental responsibility sets a standard for organizations worldwide, reiterating that innovative design can harmonize with the ideals of sustainability.

The Stanley Center exemplifies how a space can foster collaboration and innovative approaches to global challenges. It serves as a model of how a workplace can drive social change while maintaining a strong commitment to the environment.

With this accolade from Allsteel, the Stanley Center is poised to inspire other organizations to reflect on their practices and consider how they can contribute to a sustainable future. For more detailed insights about the Stanley Center and Allsteel’s extensive range of workplace solutions, interested readers can visit Allsteel or Stanley Center.

About Allsteel

Since its inception in 1912, Allsteel has been at the forefront of providing a wide array of workplace products and solutions designed to enhance functionality and adaptability. They strive to align workplace strategies with broader business objectives, resulting in meaningful transformations that cater to the needs of today and anticipate the demands of tomorrow.

With showrooms located in major cities across the United States, including Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, and San Francisco, Allsteel continues to lead in innovative design, quality, and ecological responsibility. Their commitment to fostering environments that support productivity, creativity, and sustainability is evident in their products and practices.