This functional furniture and equipment take the pain out of learning

From movable writing surfaces to stackable chairs and adjustable desks, these durable furnishings are suitable for use in classrooms of all levels. Carefully considered seating and worktops promote a sense of focus, engagement, and flexibility that is further enhanced by bright colors and clean geometries. One design offers a more comprehensive solution, shifting the locus of study from indoors to out, where there is less anxiety about air quality or virus spread.

a man and a woman outdoors beneath a metal shade structure — (Courtesy Landscape Forms)

Upfit
Landscape Forms

Upfit is an adaptive structure with the flexibility to transform spaces into places that invite people to create experiences.

a window-lined classroom with rolling desks and chairs — (Courtesy Knoll)

Pixel Desk
Knoll

Designed to meet the needs of multiple tasks and audiences, Pixel™ delivers an innovative update to flexible meeting tables. Pixel tables reconfigure quickly and easily. Whether ganged or freestanding, flipped or fixed, nested or folded, Pixel solves the long list of workspace and classroom demands.

a wooden writing surface on wheels — (Courtesy Springboard)

ARCHYI Multi
Springboard

MULTI’s organic writing surface was designed with .59 inch-thick (15 millimeter) oriented strand board (OSB)—a strong engineered wood commonly used in building projects. Washed in a proprietary coating, MULTI’s OSB panel is dry-erase-ready, while its galvanized steel legs and casters make it a durable mobile collaboration tool.

a stack of blue armchairs with metal legs — (Courtesy Allseating)

Tuck
Allseating

Tuck^® is a high-density stacking chair conveniently designed so it’s there when you need it—wherever you need it—and conveniently tucks away when not in use. It’s ideal for training, hospitality, and temporary applications.

multicolored chairs around tables in an open plan office space — (Courtesy Arper)

Mixu
Arper

Designed in collaboration with Gensler, Mixu is a sustainable and versatile collection of chairs and stools that can be completely customized to suit the needs of any context, environment, or desire. This three-part system of seat, backrest, and base can be personalized with myriad color and texture combinations to create a silhouette whose softly rounded geometric curves and minimal gesture creates the perfect canvas for material expression.

a light-colored wooden chair with rounded edges — (Courtesy Teknion)

North 56 Chez
Teknion

North 56 is a series of multi-use wood chairs designed to fit a workplace that’s more relaxed and congenial; the end result is more welcoming in look and feel.