ARCHITECTURE I PRESERVATION I INTERIORS I WORKPLACE STRATEGIES the collective minds multipl ied

Considering the micro to the macro insures supportive and successful design solutions

for architectural and work-place strategy

A Unique Model

Designing creatively for the 21st century A cradle-to-cradle partnership for architectural design and asset management Our process integrates innovative design solutions in the planning, delivery and service-after-move-in phase of each project

A New Process

We believe in keeping a sharp focus on the human element in the search for

improved results and optimal design solutions

For creative results by stepping outside of the current system to overcome: Wasteful practices Miscellaneous costs Uncertain quality Non-cohesive process Design confusion Change orders

A Superior Result Expanded Service

We present a collaborative process and opportunity for innovative design solutions , delivered with tailored a creative sourcing process Develop a new brand of community Starting streamlined a conversation Matching needs with choices Creating value in research and experience Delivering answers to your aspirations Small team focus drives increased Principal involvement Provide World class design at a local design cost

Why is this needed?

A Unique Approach Collaborative Cooperation

Smarter Design and Product Procurement Our approach guarantees innovation and success

The collective provides creative design solutions

Arbee Associates provide diversified dealership offering

This saves money and time

This Partnership Minds Multiplied

the collective + Arbee Associates Our Client

Delivers creative solutions and streamlined project with

Tailored brand solutions provide Aspirational success Optimized team communication and capital Enhanced productivity Streamlined business process

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Reduced costs Diminished conflicts Greater value

The Team

Standard Delivery Process

Client + Project Manager Select Architect (RFP) Designer (RFP)

General Contractor/PM (RFP) Consultants, Various (RFP)

Furniture Dealer (RFP) Manufacturer (RFP)

A/V + Technology (RFP)

Disadvantages RFP Process involves time and cost Can promote a competitive culture

Greater potential for disharmony and conflict and misunderstandings Has and inherent focus on low cost / reduced value

Often a one time event / lack of continuity and team building

Our Process Minds Multiplied

Allows for synergistic goals and aspirations from outset of project resulting in: Greater process continuity Collaborative and creative solution sourcing Optimizing project success

Our team bridges the beginning and the end of project process

Advantages Saves time/ money /effort Eliminates conflict and confusion Minimizes competitiveness Building team to elevate project for greater business results

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The Collective transforms spaces and revitalizes businesses through thoughtful, sustainable and socially engaged design.

We deliver design results that achieve client business goals,

support people and their life quality

ARCHITECTURE

PRESERVATION AND RESTORATION

INTERIOR DESIGN

BRAND DEVELOPMENT

WORK PLACE STRATEGIES

PRODUCT DESIGN

The Collective

“Our environments are the repositories of our memories and the containers of our dreams, aspirations, wants and needs. They are reflections of us, our society, our culture and our time”

The Collectives designers understand today’s workplace challenges Beginning with and understanding the person/team, the collective defines the space or foot print that the user requires, only then progressing to the client’s business goals and strategies This helps to define the workplace as a living organism and a strategic element of the clients’ growth and success Culture then becomes a natural outgrowth of the planning and design process, rather than an impediment to it

GOOD DESIGN

Fosters identity

Motivates & inspires

Creates distinction

Materializes ideas & concepts

Working Flexibly Work Place Strategies

More 'we' than 'me'

Information-sharing

Agile Humanistic

Sustainable

Efficient

The Collaborative Workplace

Multi-functional Work Place Strategies

Privacy – Enhancing performance

Concept Sketch

Concept Development

Final Approved Layout

Contextually Integrated

Arbee Associates

Arbee guarantees that the human element of the design is maintained and the products that are sourced exactly fulfill the

goals and intent of The Collective design for the client

With 300 manufacturers, Arbee Associates provides full-service turnkey workplace solutions, services, and capabilities

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SPECIFICATION

PLANNING

INSTALLATION

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

RECONFIGURATIONS

RELOCATION

This unique approach is a more efficient and effective model that embraces and maintains the value of the human element in the workplace

leadership team

John McGee has 27 years experience working in the commercial interiors marketplace. With a level of expertise that ensures the delivery of highly efficient and inspirational spaces, Mr. McGee has developed considerable knowledge working with blue chip clients over the years including The Royal Bank of Scotland, Shell, BP, Exxon Mobil, BT, Prudential and Halliburton. Along with these clients, Mr.McGee has worked extensively with organizations such as Scottish Courts, the Scottish Government, Edinburgh College of Art, and University of Abertay. He is an active member of the Coleman Research Group Executive Forum, New York.

John McGee Managing Director, UK

the collective

Shashi Caan is an internationally recognized thought leader for progressive design. During her more than 25 years of design leadership and experience, she has simultaneously developed the three interlinked aspects of design practice, education and the coalescence of the global design community. She has a strong background in Corporate Design, with her former experience in leadership positions with the Firms of Skidmore Owings and Merrill and Gensler. She is the 2004 national US designer of the year, was granted the 2012 Golden Seat Architectural Master Award of China and, in 2013, she was appointed the JDP Design Ambassador to Japan. Her clients include such companies as Goldman Sachs, SEPA – Scottish Environmental Protection Agency in Scotland and Aon Insurance. Also known for her well acclaimed book Rethinking Design, Shashi is a renowned design expert and public speaker.

Shashi Caan Founding Principal, US/UK

Theo Prudon is internationally distinguished and a leading expert on the preservation of modern architecture. Over the course of his forty year career, Dr. Prudon has worked on hundreds of buildings and award winning preservation projects. He and his Prudon & Partners team of experts bring considerable architecture and design experience working with such clients as US General Services Administration, US National Park Service Commission, and the NYC Department of Parks and Recreation. Continuing to lead the field in his architectural expertise and research, Dr. Prudon teaches preservation at Columbia University’s Graduate School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation and Pratt Institute’s Programs for Sustainable Planning and Development. His seminal and award winning book The Preservation of Modern Architecture, is revered among design experts world wide.

Theodore Prudon Founding Principal, US/UK

Arbee Associates leadership team

Howard entered the furniture industry in 1963 with National Business Furniture Company, the family owned furniture business which became Arbee in 1973. His passion, knowledge and leadership have been integral to the growth of the company and foundational to their ability to build longstanding client relationships as well as provide a broad range of facilities related services and product solutions. Howard is a 1959 graduate of the United States Naval Academy and served as a commissioned officer through 1963 with the U.S. Navy. Located in New York/New Jersey.

Howard Berkowitz Chairman

Thomas Mathewson has 30+ years experience in the contract furnishing industry providing innovative workplace solutions to his clients. Tom has held a variety of management positions in the industry including roles at Steelcase, Nevers Industries, as President, and currently Arbee Associates. He has designed several collaborative furniture products and brings a unique sourcing philosophy to this collaboration. Clients include Dun & Bradstreet, Roche Pharmaceuticals, Delta Airlines, The Navy Seals and The White House. Significant projects include Delta Airlines Incident Briefing Room, The Pentagon Security Force Executive Briefing Room, The Navy Seals Dam Neck Conference Rooms and the G8 Chief Executive Conference Room at Camp David. Located in New York/New Jersey.

Thomas Mathewson Director of Business Development

Nancy Berkowitz has held several positions at Arbee since 1986 including sales, Vice President and General Manager, Maryland division in addition to Chief Operating Officer which she held from 1997 to 2003, when she was named President and CEO. She has been involved with the Steelcase Automation Advisory Board (1994 – 1997) and was president of the Steelcase Dealer Council (1997-1998). Nancy has a B.A. from Emory University and a J.D. from Suffolk University. Located in DC/Maryland/Northern Virginia.

Nancy Berkowitz President and CEO

Whether you have an active project that you believe would benefit from our unique design approach or you would just like to begin to explore how that

approach might be applied to your workspace, there is inherent value in discussing your goals with our collective team

We’re looking forward to working with you!

Aberdeen University American Express Andrew Carnegie Trust Applied Materials Baillie Gifford Baxters Food Group BBC British Gas Charles Schwab City of Edinburgh Council Deliotte & Touche

SELECTED CLIENTS

Dundee University Dunfermline Building Society Edinburgh College of Art Exxon Mobil Goldmans Sachs Harvey Nichols Hawke & Hunter Hewlett Packard Inver House Distillers Lloyds TSB Merrill Lynch

Morgan Stanley Morton Fraser Registers of Scotland Robert Gordon University Scottish Environment Protection Agency Scottish Widows Shell The Royal Bank of Scotland The Royal Society of Edinburgh University of Edinburgh Western General Hospital

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Government Organizations

Educational Facilities

Workplace and

Retail

Health and Wellbeing Facilities

Corporate and

Global

Hospitality and

Leisure

Product Development Research

Quest Diagnostics Prudential US. Dept. Health and Human Services US. Dept. Homeland Security Veteran’s Administration National Institute of Health U.S. Library of Congress The Washington Post

Booz Allen Hamilton Federal Bureau of Investigation Georgetown University Inova Health System Lockheed Martin McGuireWoods Montgomery General Hospital Mitre Morgan Stanley

The Collective Arbee Associates