Education

Are you looking to enhance your campus learning environments? Educational institutions are places where students and faculty come together to foster growth and learning for today and the future.

Fostering learning and creativity - innovative spaces for inspired minds.

Today’s students thrive in dynamic environments that encourage collaboration, creativity, and active learning. Modern campus designs should encompass diverse areas tailored to various educational needs, from vibrant collaborative zones to serene study spaces, fostering a sense of community and belonging.

The Harrows approach can be deployed across a range of educational settings to bring more flexibility, vibrance, and comfort to learning spaces. Across the tertiary and secondary education sectors, universities, polytechnics, its the cafeteria spaces, staff spaces, the breakout rooms, collaborative and communal hubs that benefit most.

By creating these enriching communal environments for learning, focus or breakout, we help students feel empowered and motivated to excel in their academic pursuits.

Safe and comfortable learning environments.

Safety and comfort are the foundations of effective learning environments. By incorporating durable, ergonomic furniture, we create spaces where students and staff can thrive.

High-use areas are designed to withstand daily wear and tear, while thoughtful layouts promote inclusivity and accessibility. These secure and welcoming spaces foster a positive atmosphere, enhancing both student engagement and staff morale, ultimately leading to better educational outcomes.

Innovative spaces for inspired minds.

Creating environments that foster learning and creativity is essential for student success. Our designs offer a balance between collaborative areas and quiet nooks, ensuring that every learning style is accommodated.

Durable, high-quality furniture not only stands up to the demands of a high-use environment but also boosts staff morale by providing comfortable and functional spaces. Inclusive design principles ensure that all students feel welcomed and supported, enhancing the overall educational experience.

Staff breakout spaces for recharge and collaboration.

Staff breakout spaces are essential in educational institutions for promoting well-being and productivity. Our designs feature comfortable, durable furniture that creates inviting areas for staff to relax, recharge, and collaborate.

These spaces support high-use environments and are tailored to meet the needs of diverse users, ensuring inclusivity and accessibility. By providing dedicated areas for staff to unwind and connect, we enhance morale and foster a positive, collaborative culture within the institution.

Empowered to learn.

We all learn differently, and diverse learning styles require unique environmental setups to thrive. By understanding these varying needs, we can provide the right furniture that supports individual learning preferences, from quiet study nooks to collaborative workspaces. This tailored approach enhances educational outcomes, ensuring every student has the best opportunity to succeed.

Creating environments that nurture safety, creativity and comfort for students and staff.

Environments that nurture safety, creativity, and comfort empower students to learn freely. Our thoughtfully designed furniture helps to foster a sense of belonging and purpose in educational settings, encouraging students to explore and innovate without limitations.

By prioritising comfort and safety, we remove barriers to learning, allowing students to focus on their academic and personal growth in a supportive and inspiring setting. Additionally, these spaces enhance collaboration among students and staff, leading to a more cohesive educational community.

This holistic approach not only improves learning outcomes but also boosts overall well-being and satisfaction within the institution.

Auckland University of Technology Learning Space furniture

Designing for every student's success.

Beyond traditional classroom furniture, think about the spaces where students and staff connect, and how you are maximising these opportunities. These are the moment of cross pollination, where the penny drops, or where the academic learnings are put into action.

Perhaps they are the spaces of reflection, for both staff and students to step back and digest the learnings of the day, and solidify the pathways in their brain.

Waiparuru Hall - UOA

Encouraging collaboration through quality design and functionality.

Waikato University

A vibrant space for students to study, dine and collaborate.

St Kentigerns Boys' School

This bright and fun learning environment features an assortment of seating arrangements to suit all styles.

Auckland University of Technology

Encouraging collaboration through quality design and functionality.

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Explore Harrows’ range of New Zealand made furniture for education spaces, built for the breakout spaces and collaborative spaces in secondary and tertiary education environments. Browse our range of upholstered breakout seating and modular soft seating to create focus zones and restorative zones with biophilic curves to put students at ease.

Our collections of New Zealand designed and manufactured solid timber tables and leaners are ideal for demanding high-use environments like University common areas or secondary school learning spaces, thanks to their strength and durability.

Increase collaboration and moments of connection with communal furniture designed to give users more flexibility in their learning. View our range of office pods and meeting booths to create private areas for focus work, study groups and tutoring sessions. Our broad range of seating caters to all needs from outdoor furniture, stacking, to fully upholstered in your choice of fabric. Create central community hubs for students and teacher to gather and interact.

Browse our education products

Crafted for connection.

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