The right furniture does more than fill a space. It shapes how environments feel, function, and support the people who use them. In a campus setting, thoughtful furniture selection and placement can influence how students, faculty, and staff connect. It’s also the key to creating classrooms that can adapt to evolving needs and diverse learning styles. Early, intentional furniture planning that considers student comfort, spatial efficiency, flexibility, and technology helps designers deliver campus spaces that remain functional and relevant for years to come.
Meet The Author
Michelle Horn is a Principal and Interior Designer in the Higher Education Studio. She leverages her experience in the corporate and hospitality markets into all aspects of Higher Education and academic spaces. Michelle leads clients through discovery exercises that include empathy mapping and visual branding to fully capture the user’s culture into healthy, inspiring, and productive spaces. She adds value to the built environment through attractive, high-performing spaces that promote well-being and achieve memorable learning experiences.
