Shifting the narrative Product design experts discuss today’s educational design trends
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or the first time in decades, the design of learning spaces is changing. From the pandemic leading to a continuing exodus from public schools to the impact of AI on teach-
ing, these spaces are shifting rapidly, and designers are thinking ahead on how to adapt to new needs. At the forefront of this shift is an evolution in product design that emphasizes flexibility and functionality while adopting a homier hospitality/residential aesthetic that prioritizes the student experience. Highlighting furniture, acoustics and textile product developments, product design experts from Carnegie, Kirei, and Allseating take a look at how product innovation can meet the needs of modern education environments.
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COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION & RENOVATION — ISSUE 4, 2024