Our Research Methodology
- Focus on understanding the entire educational ecosystem, so schools can create effective learning environments.
- Observe workarounds in existing classrooms using video-ethnography and photos.
- Install furniture prototypes into classrooms to gauge behavioral changes.
- Interview key stakeholders – like students, teachers, administrators, occupational and physical therapists, cleaning crews and installation teams.
STARRT is our research foundation
Understanding connections between your concerns and school environments inspire our furniture design and space planning work.
Our learning environments framework creates a comprehensive picture
Learning environments need to balance teaching methods, student behaviors, information-sharing mediums and spatial characteristics. Flexible space plays a crucial role in unleashing effectiveness in the other three quadrants.
