02/05/2026
Every project has its story… and this one came with a few unexpected challenges — including 4 inches of ice that could have easily delayed arrival and ultimately the installation of this project. Only with G-d’s help did the major snowstorm not delay the schedule.
We always aim to have all trades completed before furniture installation begins. It protects the furniture from dust, sheetrock debris, and potential damage from tools or ongoing construction. In this case, the electrical work took longer than anticipated. Against our recommendation to delay installation to protect the furniture, the client requested that we proceed with installation to keep the overall project moving forward.
The alignment of furniture power systems and connecting the cubicles to the correct building electrical sources is a joint coordination effort between multiple trades. Due to the extended electrical work, large sections of sheetrock had to be opened to pull new lines, followed by patching and painting. As a result, both the furniture and flooring accumulated significant dust during the process — especially when working around fabric panels and finishes that require additional care and protection.
Another major success factor in this project was the client’s involvement and preparation. The client provided detailed site photos and hand-drawn measurements, which we developed into professional space planning layouts, multiple color renderings, and finish selections using actual material swatches provided to the client. The designs were revised several times to meet installation and design requirements, including preparing renderings for potential future expansion when needed.
Our team carefully analyzed the photos and developed drawings repeatedly to determine the best furniture layout while working to avoid blocking windows, fire alarms, and other critical building elements as much as possible. After presenting two professional space planning options, it was determined that to meet the client’s operational goals, the existing kitchen and bar area would need to be removed, along with leveling a raised flooring section to match the remainder of the space. With the removal of the kitchen, we were also able to increase the width of the cubicle workstations and create the ability to add additional cubicles in the future when expansion is required.
That level of collaboration made a tremendous difference in achieving a successful outcome.
That said — the real story here is the client.
The client and their trade partners were exceptional throughout the entire process. Professional, respectful, accessible, and solution-focused. Not once was blame placed. In fact, the client openly said, “Use me as an example of how NOT to schedule an install,” which speaks volumes about their professionalism and teamwork mindset.
Despite the challenges, the final result speaks for itself. The client’s crew left the space spotless, allowing the furniture installation to truly shine. Outcomes like this only happen when everyone works together.
As Furniture Specialists and Project Managers, we continuously work to educate clients and coordinate with all trades to ensure proper alignment between:
• Furniture layouts
• Electrical & power distribution
• Data infrastructure
• Lighting coordination
• Site readiness and protection of finished products
This installation was completed near Little Rock, Arkansas, and we’re proud of both the process and the final result.
Tri Furniture Design / Tri Furniture / TFD
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