Designer Pages: Shhhh… It’s Susu

Designer Pages: Shhhh… It’s Susu

August 3, 2023

Darran's Susu, NeoCon silver-award winner, is a family of occasional tables whose very name has a pacifying effect. Susu's onomatopoeia is complemented by its literal meaning. A multi-purpose term and gender-neutral name, "Susu" is Chinese for "simple"—a concept these tables embody. Susu's onomatopoeia is complemented by its literal meaning. A...

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Design TV by Sandow

Design TV by Sandow

July 11, 2023

DARRAN Furniture dialed up experience and personality at NeoCon this year, showing off soft seating that plugs into their Honey panel system. The collection continues to expand and evolve, with a focus on creating a warm, appreciating environment.

Watch the video here: Honey Panel System Video

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DKOR Interiors Favorite Booths from the NeoCon Show

DKOR Interiors Favorite Booths from the NeoCon Show

June 28, 2023

As you may know, DKOR designs commercial as well as residential interiors. That’s why our expert design team visited NeoCon 2023 in Chicago to see what’s new in the commercial design world.

Held in Chicago’s iconic Merchandise Mart with over 2 million square feet of showrooms and offices, NeoCon is the...

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Design Milk

Design Milk

June 23, 2023

Design Milk’s Favorites From NeoCon 2023

DARRAN makes the crossover between commercial and residential furniture look easy. The rocking version of the brand’s Dove Seating feels designed equally well for a waiting room or a living room, and I really love the way they mix and match materials.

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The Business of Furniture

The Business of Furniture

June 22, 2023

DARRAN Furniture, in collaboration with IDA Design studio, Mark Müller and Christopher Wright, as well as leveraging their internal Design Team to launch multiple new collections at NeoCon 2023. 

The Susu collection

The Susu collection is quietly simple and considered in its design. Combining a simple elegant architecture with sensitive details around...

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Office Insight

Office Insight

June 19, 2023

Silver and Innovation: Dove Lounge by DARRAN Furniture: Designed by IDA Design, the Dove Collection is soft, inviting, and designed to merge natural and recycled materials. Walnut and Ash hardwood frames support and cradle thermoformed recycled PET shells ergonomically designed to accept the human form. The collection includes a Lounge Chair,...

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Dove and Susu Take Home Silver at Best of NeoCon 2023

Dove and Susu Take Home Silver at Best of NeoCon 2023

June 12, 2023

Dove: Silver and Innovation Award

Susu: Silver Award

Click here to view full gallery of winners: Best of NeoCon Winners

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MMQB

MMQB

June 8, 2023

DARRAN Furniture, in collaboration with IDA Design studio, Mark Müller and Christopher Wright, as well as leveraging their internal Design Team to launch multiple new collections at NeoCon 2023. 

The Susu collection

The Susu collection is quietly simple and considered in its design. Combining a simple elegant architecture with sensitive details around...

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The McMorrow Reports

The McMorrow Reports

October 6, 2021

DARRAN Furniture’s Honey won the Best of Competition for its groundbreaking design.

NeoCon is thrilled to unveil the winners of the 30th edition of the highly coveted Best of NeoCon Awards. Each year, top manufacturers across the commercial design industry compete for recognition for their latest product introductions. This year, the...

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DARRAN has released Honey Mobile and accessories, the perfect solution for individual users, their varied work styles, privacy, and well-being

DARRAN has released Honey Mobile and accessories, the perfect solution for individual users, their varied work styles, privacy, and well-being

October 4, 2021

HIGH POINT, NC (October 1, 2021) -- DARRAN Furniture and designers Mark Müller and Christopher Wright have continued to explore varied work styles and provide workstations for those on the move with the addition of Honey Mobile. Whether the goal is to work among multiple teams, change scenery, or have...

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DARRAN Awarded Minority Furniture and Systems, Casegoods, Seating and Accessories agreement with Premier

DARRAN Awarded Minority Furniture and Systems, Casegoods, Seating and Accessories agreement with Premier

July 1, 2021

DARRAN Furniture has been awarded a group purchasing agreement for Furniture and Systems, Casegoods, Seating, and Accessories with Premier. Effective July 1, 2021, the new agreement allows Premier members, at their discretion, to take advantage of special pricing and terms pre-negotiated by Premier for all DARRAN product collections.

"We are excited...

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DARRAN has donated $200,000 to Americares

DARRAN has donated $200,000 to Americares

November 24, 2020

DARRAN Furniture has reached their goal to contribute $200,000 to support Americares COVID-19 response.

In April, President Jennifer Cashion and Vice President Jeff Hollingsworth committed to donating $200,000 for COVID-19 relief to the Americares nonprofit organization. DARRAN proudly announces they have reached their commitment to donate $200,000 to Americares emergency...

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DARRAN welcomes Kevin Street as Vice President of Business Development

DARRAN welcomes Kevin Street as Vice President of Business Development

October 1, 2020

HIGH POINT, NC (September, 2020) -- DARRAN is excited to welcome a new addition to our furniture family! Kevin Street has accepted the position of Vice President of Business Development. In this role, Street will focus on strategic growth working with our sales team and customers across the country. He...

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DARRAN has released Honey, a new collection that uses a 120° design to address varied work styles, privacy and well-being

DARRAN has released Honey, a new collection that uses a 120° design to address varied work styles, privacy and well-being

September 28, 2020

HIGH POINT, NC (September 28, 2020) -- DARRAN Furniture and designers Mark Müller and Christopher Wright are rethinking the open office with their new collection, Honey. DARRAN Furniture and designers Mark Müller and Christopher Wright are rethinking the open office with their new collection, Honey.

Honey workspace furniture addresses individual...

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Room Divider forms a new shape for protective partitions

Room Divider forms a new shape for protective partitions

September 27, 2020

High Point, NC – September 2020 – DARRAN Furniture has launched Room Divider, an innovative protective partition that solves the need to create barriers in common areas.

Room Divider is the perfect solution for offices, restaurants, health facilities, and homes. They are not only functional but also carefully designed, with...

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DARRAN Introduces EdgeWorks Training Tables

DARRAN Introduces EdgeWorks Training Tables

June 2, 2020

High Point, NC – June 2020 – DARRAN’s lastest introduction, EdgeWorks Training, adapts to the changing work environment and provides options for safe meeting areas with the introduction of training tables. Interior Design's HiP Awards at NeoCon has already awarded these new and innovative tables as 2020 Honorees. 

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DARRAN commits $200,000 for COVID-19 relief

DARRAN commits $200,000 for COVID-19 relief

April 20, 2020

DARRAN Furniture has committed $200,000 to Americares to support the COVID-19 relief.

As the COVID-19 situation continues to progress throughout the globe, DARRAN's state of business and actions have been to protect the safety of our employees and meet commitments to our customers. DARRAN is manufacturing products and the offices are...

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DARRAN releases CET Designer Extension

DARRAN releases CET Designer Extension

February 28, 2020

DARRAN Furniture has launched a CET Designer Extension for Configura’s space planning all-in-one software solution.

DARRAN worked closely with Configura’s partners to develop Central Park and Central Park Height Adjustable Collection catalogs.  The extension was programmed in Parametric Graphical Configuration (PGC) which is a proprietary CET language. This configuration utilizes CET’s...

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DARRAN introduces ultimate adaptable desk collection, Chameleon, at NeoCon

DARRAN introduces ultimate adaptable desk collection, Chameleon, at NeoCon

June 19, 2019

DARRAN Furniture is proud to debut its newest collaboration with designer Mark Müller – Chameleon, a casegood collection that embodies the modern office and captures the essence of adaptability.

Say hello to Chameleon, designed by Mark Müller. Chameleon embodies the modern office with habitats for private and collaborative spaces. Not overdone...

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DARRAN’s Workbay wins Metropolis Likes, HiP Finalist at NeoCon 50

DARRAN’s Workbay wins Metropolis Likes, HiP Finalist at NeoCon 50

June 11, 2018

DARRAN Furniture’s ThinkingQuietly Workbays, a collective atmosphere to the workplace that is easily moveable and metropolitan, received a 2018 Metropolis Likes Award and was honored as a 2018 HiP Finalist at NeoCon 50 this week in Chicago.

The Workbay is made from modular oak framed acoustic panels that can be arranged...

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DARRAN presents new Spire collection at NeoCon 50

DARRAN presents new Spire collection at NeoCon 50

June 11, 2018

DARRAN Furniture broadened the scope of its seating offerings this week with the introduction of the Spire collection at NeoCon 50.

A modern reshaping of the mid-century archetype, the Spire collection exemplifies clean, uncluttered design through soft geometric forms and proportions. Spire features a low-profile seat that is expertly sculpted with...

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Roki line makes debut in DARRAN’s NeoCon 50 showroom

Roki line makes debut in DARRAN’s NeoCon 50 showroom

June 11, 2018

DARRAN Furniture is encouraging users to cast off formalities and relax with its newest table and seating line Roki.

Roki originated from the idea of creating a table and chair family that easily transitions between spaces, with a cheeky, fun design brining a sense of informality. In short, Roki is here...

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DARRAN introduces Milner collection at NeoCon 50

DARRAN introduces Milner collection at NeoCon 50

June 11, 2018

DARRAN Furniture unveiled a new work table and stool collection at NeoCon 50 this week in Chicago. The collection called “Milner” embodies timeless simplicity.

 The Milner table collection gives a contemporary interpretation of classic Shaker Style in the form of modern work tables. Table bases are created from solid walnut or...

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DARRAN’s Lisso collection premiers at NeoCon 50

DARRAN’s Lisso collection premiers at NeoCon 50

June 11, 2018

DARRAN Furniture unveiled a new wood guest seating collection, Lisso, at NeoCon 50 this week in Chicago.

Lisso guest seating makes an elegant design statement at a practical price point with its contoured and thin silhouette. Lisso is a complementary choice to any of DARRAN’s desk and workstation collections. The solid...

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DARRAN’s Cone wows viewers at NeoCon 50

DARRAN’s Cone wows viewers at NeoCon 50

June 11, 2018

DARRAN Furniture launched a product like nothing else available in the contract market this week at NeoCon 50 in Chicago. The Cone is an overhead meeting space designed to create privacy for users, significantly reducing noise and creating a balanced sound environment.

The ThinkingQuietly Cone design entails a tapered round solid...

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Bota collection grows at NeoCon 50

Bota collection grows at NeoCon 50

June 11, 2018

DARRAN’s newest lounge collection Bota is now more versatile with new product additions of Bota Booth and Bota Island. The line expansion includes integration of technology, tables and teaming into the tailored modular collection.

Bota Booth is a relaxed meeting hub of two facing lounge units surrounded by an acoustic cocoon....

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Cell tables debut at NeoCon 50

Cell tables debut at NeoCon 50

June 11, 2018

 DARRAN Furniture introduced a new occasional table collection, Cell, at NeoCon 50 in Chicago this week.

Inspired by microscopic plant cell structures, Cell table collection was designed to capture the soft forms of nature. The collection is comprised of unique end and coffee table heights that overlap to create striking visual...

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DARRAN’s “ThinkingQuietly” receives coveted international design award

DARRAN’s “ThinkingQuietly” receives coveted international design award

April 25, 2018

HIGH POINT, N.C./ April 25, 2018/ -- ThinkingQuietly, the innovative acoustic workstation collection from DARRAN Furniture, was announced as the recipient of the Red Dot Award for Design 2018, one of the most prestigious design awards worldwide.

ThinkingQuietly was selected by an independent and international jury from more than 18,000 applications from...

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DARRAN Furniture announces new logo, brand identity

DARRAN Furniture announces new logo, brand identity

April 23, 2018

HIGH POINT, N.C./ -- DARRAN Furniture, a leading national furniture manufacturer for commercial interiors, recently announced the business’ rebrand. The comprehensive rebrand elevates the focus on high-end design at a mid-market price, and includes a new logo, industry positioning and product lines.

DARRAN introduced furniture collections at NeoCon 2017 that expanded the...

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DARRAN opens permanent showroom at Merchandise Mart, NeoCon 50

April 6, 2018

DARRAN Furniture has announced the opening of a new showroom in Chicago’s Merchandise Mart, home of the annual NeoCon event. The premier showroom, located on the 10th floor, features 4,200 square feet of product tailored to the commercial design industry. “What an exciting time to become a permanent part of...

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Local Business Owner Participates in White House Small Business Event with President

Local Business Owner Participates in White House Small Business Event with President

August 2, 2017

High Point, NC – August 1, 2017 – A Triad small business recently received the attention of President Donald Trump and the Small Business Administration. Jennifer Cashion, President, and Randy Hollingsworth, Founder, of DARRAN Furniture in High Point, NC, participated in a Small Business Event hosted by President Trump at...

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NCPA Contract Information

NCPA Contract Information

July 21, 2017

DARRAN is pleased to have a contract with NCPA (National Cooperative Purchasing Alliance). Our contract (07-23) is valid through 10/31/2018. For information regarding our Contract with NCPA please visit our page: http://www.darran.com/ncpa NCPA's Process NCPA works with a lead public agency, who competitively solicits master contracts. Contracts are based...

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Announcing #DARRANdiva contest for First Look 2017

Announcing #DARRANdiva contest for First Look 2017

July 13, 2017

New York, New York - July 2017 - DARRAN is happy to announce our First Look 2017 #DARRANdiva competition. We're giving away a pair of Jimmy Choos to the best Instagram post featuring your shoes next to our new Diva table!

We can't wait to see your #DARRANdiva posts on Instagram!...

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ThinkingQuietly brings acoustic relief to NeoCon 2017

ThinkingQuietly brings acoustic relief to NeoCon 2017

June 14, 2017

High Point, NC – June 2017 – DARRAN Furniture recently unveiled ThinkingQuietly, an innovative workstation solution to meet the growing challenge of reducing external noise, at NeoCon 2017.

In a lively setting, ThinkingQuietly’s range of acoustic furniture turns the volume down on peripheral sound. Acoustic engineers assisted in the design...

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Exceptionally stylish; reassuringly practical. Discover Diva, and her smart powered legs.

Exceptionally stylish; reassuringly practical. Discover Diva, and her smart powered legs.

June 13, 2017

High Point, NC – June 2017 – DARRAN Furniture unveils Diva Conference Tables at NeoCon 2017. More than a pretty face, look deeper to discover a host of brilliant design elements, each cleverly concealed within the solid Ash build and die cast aluminum components.

Diva was engineered using finite element...

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EdgeWorks adapts for changing work environments

EdgeWorks adapts for changing work environments

June 12, 2017

High Point, NC – June 2017 – Flexible enough to expand and contract, adapting to ever changing work environments, DARRAN’s newest collection “EdgeWorks” is an optimal solution for open office environments, private offices and conference areas.

Introduced at NeoCon, the design takes its name from the refined profile of the...

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Bota lounge collection flourishes at NeoCon 2017

Bota lounge collection flourishes at NeoCon 2017

June 12, 2017

High Point, NC – June 2017 – With circular curves and ultimate modularity, DARRAN’s newest lounge collection “Bota” has blossomed as an optimal solution for shared spaces across collaborative work environments and a private zone for concentration.

Introduced at NeoCon 2017, Bota is an ever-growing lounge collection with the ability...

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NeoCon $$$ Contest

NeoCon $$$ Contest

June 9, 2017

Chicago, IL - June 2017 - Win $1000 Cash! Calling all Rep Groups. With five stunning collection debuts, our booth is a BIG DEAL! We don't want anyone to miss what is happening on the 7th floor - Showroom 5046! 

We are rewarding 3 Rep Groups who have the largest number...

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Tablo Lounge Collection by Michael Wolk

Tablo Lounge Collection by Michael Wolk

June 13, 2016

The Perfect balance of home and office, Tablo debuts at NeoCon 2016

High Point, NC – June 2016 – Creating a classic is the ambition of any great designer, and Michael Wolk has done just that in DARRAN’s new “Tablo Collection.”

Introduced at NeoCon 2016, the name was taken from...

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Rail Debuts at Neocon 2016

Rail Debuts at Neocon 2016

June 13, 2016

Industrial Design Meets today’s workplace, Rail debuts at NeoCon 2016

High Point, NC – June 2016 – DARRAN Furniture recently unveiled it’s newest casegood collection, “Rail,” at NeoCon 2016.

The collection embodies a functional, yet flexible offering with a signature angled metal base and urban design elements. Industrial raw metal...

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Benching or open plan working does not have to be boring or sterile!

Benching or open plan working does not have to be boring or sterile!

July 2, 2014

The NOT SO square collection from DARRAN Furniture creates a new viewpoint that one can make their own warm and inviting work area.  Personal storage, privacy, hide-away power, day-light LED and shared storage empowers the users to feel they have control over their work environment.  Sit/stand desks can be integrated...

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DARRAN Announces New York Showroom Opening

DARRAN Announces New York Showroom Opening

July 10, 2013

The New York Design Center is holding its 9th annual FIRST LOOK event at 5pm on Wednesday, July 17th at 200 Lexington Avenue in Manhattan.  DARRAN is excited to announce the Grand Opening of its New York showroom at the First Look event on the 11th Floor, Suite 1116.  The...

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DARRAN Introduces All New Rift, Area, & Posh Collections At 2012 NeoCon.

DARRAN Introduces All New Rift, Area, & Posh Collections At 2012 NeoCon.

June 15, 2012

DARRAN Furniture launches All New Rift Casegoods Collection, Area Lounge, & Posh Executive Seating with 2012 NeoCon.
 
RIFT was designed by David Allan Pesso and developed to meet the needs of the changing work environment.  Developed for DARRAN’s ‘Design Build’ platform, RIFT can support multitasking, focused individual...

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Top of the List: Largest Women-Owned Companies

Top of the List: Largest Women-Owned Companies

May 16, 2012

The Business Journal published the first-ever Women-Owned Businesses list. DARRAN ranked in at number two!  DARRAN is owned by Jennifer Hollingsworth Cashion.  The company was founded in 1977 and now employs 150 people. With over 350,000 square feet of manufacturing and warehouse space, DARRAN proudly manufactures a broad spectrum of...

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DARRAN Awarded The FSC Chain of Custody Certification

DARRAN Awarded The FSC Chain of Custody Certification

June 10, 2011

DARRAN Furniture announces it has been awarded The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) Chain of Custody (CoC) Certification (SCS-COC-003765).  FSC standards represent the world's strongest system for guiding forest management toward sustainable outcomes.

DARRAN's president, Jennifer Hollingsworth says, "Not only do we have a responsibility to our customers to manufacture quality...

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DARRAN Introduces First Executive Seating Collection

DARRAN Introduces First Executive Seating Collection

June 9, 2011

DARRAN Furniture is excited to introduce COVET, a new executive seating collection with a slim, chiseled profile and a high level of detail invoking 360 degree visual interest.  Designed by Michael Shields, COVET is offered with various arm designs or armless, appropriate for executive private offices, conference rooms, or open...

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Cosmo Guest Ghairs

Cosmo Guest Ghairs

June 9, 2011

DARRAN Furniture introduces Cosmo, a transitional guest chair fully manufactured in the USA that combines luxurious comfort with versatility and affordability.  Cosmo's solid hardwood frame promotes a comfortable sit with increased seat width.  Available as fully upholstered back, multi-slat back, Cosmo is ideal for corporate and educational environments.  Guest chairs...

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DARRAN Launches Redesigned Website

January 10, 2011

DARRAN Furniture Industries, Inc. announces the launch of their redesigned website. The North Carolina furniture manufacturer set out over a year ago to create a website mirroring its reputation within the industry for creative design, quality products and service. DARRAN's marketing department, with the assistance of Bluezoom { Advertising, Design,...

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2010 Profit Sharing

December 10, 2010

All employees at DARRAN were elated to receive a 2010 profit sharing check that was the 2nd largest in DARRAN's history. Workers and staff achieved ultimate gains in lean manufacturing that included 97% on time shipments, fewer than 2% quality control rejects and lowest customer complaints in history.

Congratulations DARRAN...

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2010 Federal Installations

December 3, 2010

DARRAN finished the 2010 year having proudly serviced the following federal departments and facilities with major project installations:

  • Missile Defense Agency, Von Braun III, Central Park/Jamestown Product
  • Maxwell Air Force Base, Woodbury
  • Air Force - Pentagon, Jamestown/Woodbury

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Major Central Park Expansions for 2010

November 6, 2010

DARRAN's Central Park collection, first introduced in 2003, experienced a dramatic expansion of the offering in 2010, including the addition of open office solutions for today's work environment. Central Park features ENVI-UT urethane finish with BACGUARD SILVER Anti-microbial protection standard, and is MAS Certified Green contributing to LEED 4.5. Made...

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DARRAN Introduces ChiChi Lounge Collection

June 21, 2010

ChiChi's softly curved arms and back highlight the clean contemporary lines of DARRAN's latest chair design by John Stafford / Chris Carter Designs. Constructed of environmentally friendly materials and made in the USA.

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Fill More Spaces

March 2, 2010

Fill more spaces, with DARRAN's new Filmore Lounge series, perfect for office, educational, and healthcare environments. Armless chair options and horizontal back design allow this collection to gang offering endless design and specification possibilities. Filmore is also available with a tablet arm, making it perfect for meeting or study sessions....

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All Products Are MAS Certified Green

January 4, 2010

All products and all brands of furniture offered by DARRAN will be MAS Certified Green. DARRAN Furniture Industries makes this announcement upon achieving another milestone in our mission to offer high performance environmentally friendly products. DARRAN is upgrading all products currently with low formaldehyde Rel-Viron varnish finish to ENVI-UT, a...

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Leaping into New Waters

January 4, 2009

After 30 years of tradition in manufacturing quality casegood products, DARRAN Furniture is now expanding that knowledge and performance into a new line of guest seating. DARRAN proudly introduces Maxton and Monroe, the latest contemporary to transitional seating collections from John Stafford / Chris Carter Design, LLC.

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