The Ethospace system is made to evolve as work changes. Recent evolutions respond to demands for traditional-looking environments, as well as for versatile products that promote community, support new kinds of work, and handle sophisticated technology. These additions make Ethospace a more comprehensive system--one that can define and refine space in the most effective ways. At the same time, Ethospace maintains the integrity of its proven, high-performance design.

Work surfaces and storage can be in off-module
positions anywhere along the spine wall.

Ethospace--a frame-and-tile system
In the Ethospace frame-and-tile system, structural steel frames define the work space, provide the foundation for hang-on components, and house electrical and data wires. Individual segments called tiles attach to the frames, allowing tremendous variety and control of the design and function of individual frames.

120-degree application creates a new twist on a management office.

Economic Benefit
New components integrate with existing. Preserves the original investment; Ethospace evolves without becoming obsolete.

Cross-functional. Components support multiple tasks and can be reused when needs change.

Efficient installation and reconfiguration. Draw rod connectors reduce installation time; tiles, screens, and other components can be selectively replaced or rearranged with minimal disruption.

Curvilinear work surfaces in a
translucent Formcoat finish.

Technology Support
Lay-in cabling. Lowers cost of installation and changes; no cable threading.

Zone distribution. Reduces time and costs when installing and reconfiguring data networks.

Huge capacity. The open interior holds up to 60 Category 5, 4-pair UTP cables in the base and an additional 10 cables at every 8-inches of frame height.

Flexible power. The 8-wire, 4-circuit electrical system allows circuit configurations of 3 general and 1 dedicated, 2 general and 2 dedicated, or 1 general and 3 dedicated.

New open returns and flippers update
an existing environment.

High Performance
Multifunctional. Components equip individuals and teams for productive work and respond nimbly to change.

Support for collaboration. Ethospace can help people work together and communicate.

Off-module capability. Return walls, components, and work surfaces can attach at any point horizontally along either side of a spine wall, simplifying change and reducing the cost of churn.

New Ethospace components in a traditional
layout for individual and collaborative work.

Options for Expression
Range of image and atmosphere. Ethospace has always had a strong, architectural look; it can also look open, light, and transparent.

Comprehensive vocabulary. Sleek new trim options, new shapes and sizes, new curves and colors, and new tiles--along with all the selections that have established Ethospace as a leading design.

New components integrate with existing ones
for a more dynamic work environment.

Space Planning
Application freedom. Designers can create a great variety of work spaces, from open and collaborative to traditional and enclosed.re, a rapidly renewable and recyclable material made of wheat straw.

120-degree capability. The open angle allows more layout flexibility, more efficient use of floor space, and more openness for collaborative environments.

A combination of 120-degree meeting areas
and individual workstations.

Earth-conscious Design
100% recyclable steel frames. Strong and durable for a long life.

Powder coating. On all metal parts and Formcoat surfaces; no VOCs.

Water-based stains. No solvents.

Sustainable wood supplies. Only from managed forest resources.

Eco-friendly work surfaces. Available with Wheat Board Core, a rapidly renewable and recyclable material made of wheat straw.

Other Resources:

• Ethospace Brochure (338KB PDF)

• Finishes Care and Maintenance (98KB PDF)
• Textiles Care and Maintenance (92KB PDF)

• Its a Matter of Balance: A New Understanding of Open Plan Accoustics (200KB PDF)

• Ethospace Color Choices (592KB PDF)

Design magazine (United Kingdom) "Best of the Decade" (1980-90) recognition for Ethospace interiors, Equa chair, and Hollington chair