WF Education, which specialises in designing school libraries, had an interesting challenge recently which led to it installing a range of modular furniture that would encourage children to read.
Hillbourne Primary School in Dorset specified its aims for the school library, and WF Education’s design team utilised the company’s Everna™ range, which combines runs of age-appropriate height shelving, browser boxes with cosy nooks and dens and collaborative worktables.
The space was divided into two sections for younger and older readers – so WFE designed the space to appeal to both. Varied height desking in each area is age-specific and was combined with writable surfaces to encourage creativity and group work.
The school was clear that they wanted the children to be able to see and browse the book stock easily and not be overwhelmed by volume. In response, WFE incorporated plenty of face-out display shelving into the space.
To complete the natural feel of the design, it added tree stump cushions and bark/daisy rugs and provided tree graphic panels above the shelving. The bean bags and wobble stools were supplied in greens/greys to tie in with the theme.
The Everna™ range of bays can be designed and delivered and can be installed on-site within a few days, into refurbished or new build spaces.
Jason Moors, the school’s Asset Planning, Management and Systems Officer, commented: “The library was installed in just two days and we’re delighted with it.”
