No more round pegs in square holes!

Well designed classrooms boost the academic performance of primary school children, a Researchers from Salford University suggest.  One study investigated the layout, construction and decoration of classes  and concluded that classroom design had a significant impact on reading, writing and maths. Natural light, temperature, air quality and individualised classroom design were especially important.

The report’s author, Prof Peter Barrett, said there were three main factors involved in good design:

• individualisation
• stimulation
• naturalness

Of these, the last was the most significant, with air quality, light and temperature playing vital roles and together accounting for half the total impact, he said.

“Humans are essentially animals, and their brains respond well to good natural conditions,” Prof Barrett said. Link to the full article here

Why round? Don’t just take our word for it…

Researchers, psychologists and sociologists have been studying the effect of seating arrangements and classroom configuration to gauge the effects on learning and communication and we’ve discovered an unequivocal link between the circular form and positive pupil behaviour.  Of course, it’s logical to us and most probably to you too, but don’t take our word for it, please contact us if you’d like a PDF Copy of any of the below research papers:

For those of us who are passionate about natural design principles and architecturally designed eco-buildings for schools; there is tangible value in structures which promote outdoor learning and educational play and help re-connect pupils with nature.

The Rotunda Roundhouse is one of the most forward thinking structures available in the Modular Building sector, the double glazed rooflight dome maximising natural light, the floorplan encourages connection and communication and the building itself providing access to the outdoors and views of the surrounding landscape.

The Rotunda modular building is built in segments and your school buildings can be adapted and extended retrospectively.  We routinely fit these buildings with Sedum Roofs, Air source heat pumps, Combi Gas boilers (LPG), Underfloor and skirting board heating systems.  The Rotunda costs little as £1200 per square metre which is well below what some of the more rectilinear counterparts in this industry would charge for the privelege of their brand and this alone.

Architecturally Designed Educational Buildings

Our Architect works alongside us to ensure that your Rotunda as an eco-classroom, nursery building or multi-functional space is designed to the highest specification with integrated efficient heating and lighting. Our design team have years of experience and will design a stimulating environment that can be used for learning alongside recreational and social activities. We provide you with a non-obligation site survey to establish  your wish-list and then create a building that fits into your space and budget.

Every project starts with a FREE site visit and survey so we can understand your detailed requirements to deliver the best quality solution for you. We offer a complete turnkey solution including;

• Planning permission
• Design and Space planning
• Buildings Regulations Compliance and architectural drawings
• Ground preparation & Foundations
• Construction
• Heating and cooling
• Water and electricity
• Bathrooms and washrooms
• Cabinetry, storage and furniture
• Painting and decorating