Furniture & Furnishings
View the articles below for all you need to know about furniture and furnishings for education institutions. From product specifications to ergonomics to purchasing, AS&U is your source. |
Smart School FurnitureBy Mario Insenga Furniture reuse and refurbishment can support school budget and environmental goals.... |
Flexible Classroom FurnitureBy Kim Hassell, AIA Classroom design for the 21st-century learning environment should accommodate a variety of learning skills and needs.... |
The School Library Space is ChangingBy Laura Wernick Libraries are expanding their role as community-wide help centers while continuing to be a place for reflection, sharing and learning.... |
Mobile LearningBy Paul W. Erickson Furniture is revolutionizing the student experience.... |
Sidebar: Flexibility in Action
Does furniture make a difference?... |
Working TogetherBy Margaret Sullivan Schools and universities should choose furniture that encourages collaboration.... |
Maximizing InvestmentBy David Stewart Evaluating furniture in new terms helps maximize the return on an education institution's investment.... |
In Position to LearnBy Mike Kennedy (mkennedy@asumag.com) The furniture in a school setting needs to keep pace with the changes that have taken place in education.... |
Stand-up students
Maybe the best seating choice for students is no seat at all.... |
10 Steps for Success in 2010By Mike Kennedy (mkennedy@asumag.com) While enduring severe financial setbacks, schools and universities must continue to deliver high-quality education to students.... |
Know-How: FurnitureBy Amee Meghani Traditional furniture pieces can encourage movement in the classroom.... |
Renewable SelectionsBy Linda Pye Green furniture choices can help education institutions deliver more healthful and environmentally sound buildings.... |
Healthful ChoicesBy Julie Hall Selecting green education furniture can reduce VOC emissions and create a more healthful environment for students.... |
Money on Your MindBy Julie Hall Despite spending constraints, schools and universities can find creative ways to finance quality furniture purchases.... |
Versatile Spaces | Using furniture to create spaces for varied needs, even on a budget.By David Stewart Using furniture to create spaces for varied needs, even on a budget.... |
The Right FitBy Tim McGee When buying furniture, schools and universities should consider ergonomics.... |
Appealing SpacesBy William Dittoe and Nat Porter Education institutions are learning new ways to design spaces and the furniture within them to inspire student success.... |
Trash or TreasureBy Adele Willson and Gary Petri How to determine the best course of action for a historic school--to preserve or not to preserve--and the steps involved in the process.... |
Adjusting to TechnologyBy Mike Kennedy Classroom furniture needs at a school or university depend on the kind of technology the students will be using.... |
Room to GrowBy Lauren Blankenbaker Choosing furniture for student housing can be time-consuming, but it is essential to explore and weigh all the options in order to get the best results.... |
Room for Adjustment | School furnitureBy Mike Kennedy School furniture needs to be flexible to accommodate students of all sizes.... |
Natural SelectionBy Julie Hall Through careful research and planning, education administrators can choose furniture that will become a lasting investment.... |
Know-How: ErgonomicsBy Mike Kennedy Comfort and adjustability are key considerations when choosing computer furnishings.... |
Seat WorkBy Mike Kennedy To keep students comfortable and focused, schools and universities should factor in ergonomics when furnishing classrooms.... |
Classroom ColorsBy Mike Kennedy The hues you choose for classroom furnishings can enhance a student's learning environment.... |
