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At Spaceist, we understand the powerful role that school canteens play in nurturing a positive and inclusive atmosphere for students.

At Spaceist, we understand the importance of creating inspiring and functional commercial spaces that reflect your organisation's ethos and support your business objectives.

Sometimes decorative or furniture changes are all that is needed to ensure that the cafeteria and school canteen kitchen are as up to date and fit for purpose as possible. This guide focuses on using canteen furniture for a cost-effective canteen refresh.

The history of school desks as we know them today, (that is, of the school desk with chair attached), really dates back only to the 1800s.

When we talk about ergonomics people immediately think about chairs, but it’s just as important to also make sure that your desk height is correct. Your desk needs to be the correct height and depth for your work.

A truly flexible workplace allows people to multitask in a supportive environment that has the flexibility to grow and adapt with them.

When considering the impact of office design on employee productivity, many employers focus on room layout and process. This may be a good starting point when considering large-scale factory productivity, but good office design demands a more holistic, human-centred approach.

Put simply, contract-grade furniture is furniture designed specifically for use in commercial spaces - like offices, schools, restaurants and airports - where the furniture will be used by large numbers of people for long periods every day.

Making the best use of space in today’s modern school environment means replacing furniture that isn’t fit for purpose.

The common room needs to be a comfortable and functional space, furnished to accommodate work and play. We take a look at the types of furniture best suited to this space and how to use them most effectively.

Choosing school furniture may seem to be a simple process - size and build standards exist for tables and chairs and it’s easy enough to work out average pupil sizes and purchase accordingly.

School furniture must be designed to suit different sizes. British and European Standards cover heights of chairs and tables according to age groups.

When it comes to buying school office chairs you may find it difficult to narrow down your options as there are so many choices.

Research has found that the school furniture used in lessons can have a direct impact on student performance.

As technology moves ever faster, school libraries and school library furniture are changing, as students and teachers become ever more reliant on ebooks and web sources.

The school lounge chair is a key part of any modular seating for schools system. Modular seating is a flexible, space-saving and versatile option for school lounges, common rooms and breakout spaces.

When choosing canteen furniture for colleges and universities, it’s important to consider a variety of factors. Furniture should be comfortable, functional and affordable, as well as fitting into the overall design aesthetic of the building.

It’s important that school canteen furniture is well designed, suitable for purpose and as accessible as possible. As the school canteen needs to provide an eating and socialising space for both staff and pupils, a variety of furniture styles and sizes may be required.

What are the advantages of modular school furniture? Flexible furnishings are of great importance in a learning environment as they allow teachers and educators to reconfigure the classroom to suit the different needs of groups or subjects.

A happier workforce leads to a more productive workforce. It’s a statement that is backed by common sense and research.

When it comes to making your business more efficient, there are important gains to be made in areas you perhaps haven’t considered before.

When talking about decoration, refurbishment and renovation it’s easy to forget the key differences between each one. This is especially true when talking about the difference between refurbishment and renovation, as not only do the words sound similar but it is also easy to think they mean the same thing.

When it comes to buying furniture for your business, you will be met with two options: commercial furniture or domestic furniture. While all furniture may seem alike and appropriate for use in any setting, there are some key differences that can help you make the right choice for your business.

Working as a teacher in a school can be extremely stressful, as there are a lot of mental and physical demands placed onto staff every single day. The one main space teachers have to escape and relax during the day is in the staffroom.

offering a range of affordable, high quality tables, chairs, booths and more, all of which can be seen first-hand in our 2,500 sq. ft. showroom. All our furniture is designed for commercial use and comes with a 5-year guarantee.

Your office reception creates the all-important first impression and reinforces your brand image. Spaceist provides top tips to design a welcoming office reception.

Being double-booked is a nightmare! Spaceist give tips on how to handle double booking and other scheduling issues professionally and avoid workplace drama.

A contiguous office space has two offices that are adjacent to each other. This layout is ideal for large businesses that need separate office spaces nearby.

There’s more to school furniture than classrooms - a good contract furniture supplier can help you to furnish staff rooms, canteen and dining areas as well as common rooms and breakout spaces.