Let’s be honest: schools have been sold to like they’re just another customer for too long. The reality is, K12 decision-makers are navigating a completely different world than your commercial furnishings buyer. You’re working with tighter budgets, longer approval processes, and the very real challenge of finding solutions that can survive years of “enthusiastic” middle…
May 1, 2026 PRESS RELEASE For the second consecutive year, Virginia Business has named Creative as one of the 2026 Best Places to Work in Virginia. Creative received this award in the small employer category. Best Places to Work in Virginia, in collaboration with Best Companies Group, identifies and recognizes the best places of employment…
“As CEO and Owner, I choose to work as hard as I can to continue to elevate my company, people, and members of my community.” Since becoming CEO & Owner of Creative in 2021, Debbie Lennick has been driven by a singular vision—growth, innovation, and industry leadership. Follow along to learn more about Debbie as…
October 24, 2025 PRESS RELEASE Virginia Business has named Creative as one of the Best Woman-Owned Businesses in Virginia. In the Lead: Best Woman-Owned Businesses is a special feature in the May 2025 issue of Virginia Business Magazine and online, recognizing outstanding woman-owned businesses in Virginia and the impact they have on our state. Virginia…
Every day, Aubrey Giedlin and I have the privilege of supporting the dedicated members of our region’s architecture and design community. We are continually inspired by their creativity, passion, and commitment to creating spaces that enhance how people live, learn, and work. As former A&D designers, we both understand that it’s challenging yet rewarding work,…
Creative believes in the power of good design to uplift and inspire people to do their best work. Here are three ways that good design can positively impact your workday. Good design makes people feel good about coming to work. According to a recent LinkedIn survey, 80 percent of professionals experience Sunday Scaries – the…
Hello, Downtown Norfolk! Creative’s Coastal Virginia WorkLab has officially opened, and we’re over the moon about our new workplace experience. A little backstory. Last year, with a potential long-term lease renewal on the table, Creative embarked on a journey of reflection, evaluation, and exploration. Leaders at Creative met with our Coastal Virginia team members to…
Hey there, design enthusiasts! Our team is excited to share a little about our experience at Neocon 2023, the ultimate gathering of architecture and design aficionados. This year’s event was spectacular! The overall vibe was buzzing with excitement, capturing the essence of the modern, hybrid workplace. Whether we were caught up in the hustle and…
June 9, 2023 PRESS RELEASE Creative and Steelcase proudly announce that CoStar Group has selected our team to provide workplace interior solutions for their $460 million two-building research and technology center in Richmond, Virginia. As the largest Virginia-based commercial office furniture dealership, Creative is thrilled to be a part of this landmark project that will…
PRESS RELEASE Ashland, Virginia, March 12, 2020 – Creative, the region’s premier workplace interiors and technology company, announced today the promotion of Ryan Mayton to Vice President of Strategy + Engagement. Ryan is responsible for Creative’s strategic planning processes, and works to identify opportunities to engage Creative’s markets in innovative ways. Ryan also leads Creative’s…