FURNITURE AND SPACE TRENDS 

By Patti Faulkner July 24, 2025
Conference rooms play a crucial role in school administration, providing spaces for meetings, training sessions, strategic planning, and collaboration.
By Patti Faulkner June 20, 2025
Today’s classrooms are designed to inspire. But for some students, the constant motion, noise, and visual clutter can make it hard to feel calm or focused. That’s especially true for learners with sensory sensitivities, attention challenges, or anxiety—needs that are becoming more common in schools across the country.
By Patti Faulkner June 3, 2025
Once a quiet sanctuary for reading and reference materials, the school library is now undergoing a major transformation. Today’s libraries are evolving into dynamic, media-rich learning hubs designed to support research, collaboration, creativity, and digital exploration.
By Patti Faulkner May 20, 2025
For generations, recess and outdoor time were viewed as just a break from learning—an intermission between "real" lessons. But today’s schools are reimagining the outdoors not as an escape from learning, but as a vibrant extension of the classroom .
By Patti Faulkner May 9, 2025
STEM, STEAM, and Maker Labs are more than just classrooms—they’re innovation playgrounds. From robotics to 3D printing to hands-on experiments, these spaces support the type of learning that prepares students for the future. But designing them requires careful planning to ensure they remain flexible, safe, and inspiring.
By Patti Faulkner April 21, 2025
A well-designed breakroom is more than just a place for staff to grab lunch; it’s a sanctuary for relaxation, collaboration, and connection. For educators and school staff, who often work long hours managing classrooms, coordinating activities, and supporting students, a functional and inviting breakroom can make all the difference.
By Patti Faulkner April 2, 2025
The reception and lobby areas of a school or business are more than just waiting spaces—they are the face of the institution.
By Patti Faulkner March 26, 2025
Stretching your enrollment and recruiting budget can be a challenge. Grassroots marketing remains one of the most effective and budget-friendly ways to spread the word about your school and drive new student enrollment.
Quiet furniture options for focused learning
By Patti Faulkner March 17, 2025
LEARNING ZONES - In the evolving landscape of education, modern classrooms must be designed to accommodate diverse learning styles, encourage collaboration, and support student engagement. One of the most effective ways to achieve this is by incorporating distinct Learning Zones into classroom design.
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