Educational Furniture
Creating Environments That Inspire Learning
Educational furniture solutions from Atama Furniture are driven by the understanding that the learning environment plays an important role in shaping young minds and intellectual growth.
Whether it is classrooms in primary schools where the learning journey begins or lecture halls in universities, promoting educational furniture that encourages collaboration and facilitates personal development is what we strive for at Atama.
An educational journey is an experience that prepares a student to achieve their full potential. Each stage demands a tailored learning environment with requisite tools and resources for academic, social, and emotional growth.
Experience in Educational Furniture
Atama Furniture has experience in crafting high-quality furniture specifically designed for learning environments. Atama has successfully delivered high-class furniture to prestigious educational facilities including Edith Cowan University, The University of Western Australia, Curtin University and numerous TAFES and high schools.
Atama Furniture supplied more than 2000 pieces of standard and customised furniture for three new multi-story buildings at Curtin University in 2021/2022, and is a well-resourced Tier 1 furniture supply company. Atama Furniture manufactured customised tables, chairs, sofas, desking, and bean loungers for the student common areas, offices, dining halls, music rooms, conference areas, bar/café areas, and laundries.
The John Henry Newman Learning Hub at Hale School, a state-of-the-art learning facility designed by Munns Sly Moore architects, opened in 2021 as the primary learning area for the College. Atama Furniture provided the furniture for the design based on the ‘Education Brief’ from award-winning education consultant Jeff Philips. The Hub features glass-fronted classrooms with connected breakout learning spaces, a magnificent library with two vast learning areas, a STEM display zone, private student study rooms, and a custom-designed education support centre, including a life-skills learning area.
Why Well-Designed Educational Furniture is Important
A child’s educational journey starts in their early years and continues into adulthood, helping them develop the knowledge and skills they need to succeed. However, success in education isn’t just about the quality of instruction; the learning environment also plays an important role in shaping a student’s experience and outcomes.
How so?
Imagine a classroom where students are stuck in rigid, uncomfortable desks and chairs. The environment feels dull and uninspiring, restricting their movements and dampening their enthusiasm for learning.
Now imagine a different environment – a learning environment designed with students’ well-being. Here, the seats are comfortable, and the desks are flexible to accommodate various learning styles. The colour palette is vibrant, inspiring creativity and engagement.
We are sure you can notice the differences between these two scenarios. In the latter setting, the students feel seen and valued. This is a clear example of the huge impact that well-designed educational furniture can have on the learning experience.
We firmly believe that just as the nature of the learning environment is important in helping students develop a passion for education. When students are surrounded by educational facilities that make them comfortable and engaged, there is a higher chance of enhancing their interest in pursuing academic excellence.
At Atama Furniture, we are excited about partnering with educational institutions around the country to create impactful learning spaces. Our carefully crafted furniture solutions are designed to inspire students and provide them with the tools they need to thrive academically and socially.
We Have Furniture Solutions for Every Educational Setting
As a respected player within the commercial furniture industry, we have built an extensive portfolio that ensures we can satisfy any needs you may have. We have worked with many clients in the education industry to achieve set objectives and deliver premium-quality educational furniture.
It is important to create environments that promote creativity and a love for learning during the formative years of education. In their formative years, children require spaces that stimulate engagement so to achieve this, some schools opt for colourful ergonomic seating while others adopt the use of versatile desks that promote active participation.
To match the evolving needs and preferences of students as they grow into advanced learning institutions, our university and tertiary education furniture is designed to appeal to diverse needs. We achieve this by offering solutions that are customisable to facilitate collaborative work and focused study.
Libraries and resource centres are sanctuaries of knowledge. So they must be given the attention they deserve. Our core design principles for spaces like these prioritise functionality and comfort. If the pieces of furniture in a library are not comfortable enough for users, it discourages visitations.
Educational institutions need to ask crucial questions like: How efficient are our seating solutions? Do they inspire attention and engagement? Do they maximise visibility?
We provide answers to these questions through our choice of furniture designs. The end goal is to create environments that encourage active engagement.
Essential Features of Modern Educational Furniture
Below are a few features of standard learning environments and educational furniture which we also strive to capture in our furniture offerings.
Our classroom furniture prioritises collaboration. This means they can be easily rearranged to accommodate different group sizes and activities. So, if students need to work individually or work together on a project, our adaptable designs facilitate that.
Institutions differ in their needs and requirements. Some institutions are more formal in their educational approach than others. But whatever your needs are, we have got you covered.
If you would like to go beyond traditional classrooms by creating breakout zones or active learning zones within your educational institution, we can make that happen for you.
We can also integrate your technology component into our furniture solutions if necessary. Whether it is interactive whiteboards, computer workstations, or multimedia displays, we will work with you to understand your specific requirements and tailor our designs accordingly.
We understand the realities of educational and technological innovations. This is why we continue to speak highly of our adaptability as a business. This flexibility means we can grow with you by accommodating new designs and responding to emerging dynamics.
We are proud to say that our educational furniture is thoughtfully designed to minimise physical discomfort during extended periods of sitting or studying. We are empathetic to the difficulty some students experience with sitting for long hours. We address this concern through our designs, focusing on providing as much comfort as possible.
When it comes to educational furniture, durability and longevity are two essential qualities you can't ignore. Investing in high-quality furniture involves a significant financial commitment, so it’s important that these pieces are designed to stand up to daily use by students of all ages.
As a business that has been in existence for over 37 years, our reputation speaks for itself. We only make use of high-quality materials and construction techniques that ensure our furniture remains reliable and functional for years to come.
Why Choose Atama Furniture?
Apart from knowing that our expertise and professionalism speak for us, we offer a host of attractive benefits that simplify the decision-making process for you.
The beauty of our services lies in the unique attention with which we treat every client. Every educational institution is different; each with its peculiar brand identity, design preferences, and specific requirements. We offer a wide range of customisation options to help drive value for your investment.
We invest time and detail into designing the most effective educational spaces. Achieving this requires more than just selecting furniture. Our experienced senior staff will work closely with you to gain insight into your needs. We will then carefully plan the space.
Partner with Atama Furniture for Excellent Educational Furniture
If you’re an educational institution invested in shaping the educational experiences of generations to come, we are interested in partnering with you.
We have made a name for ourselves throughout Australia as a trusted provider of excellent educational furniture solutions. And we would like to add you to our list of successful stories.
If you would like to learn more about how our expertise and furniture can enhance the learning experience in your institution, both for your students and staff, please contact us today on (08) 9240 5924 to arrange a meeting with one of our senior staff.