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How can learning spaces spur critical-thinking and problem-solving skills among students? We eagerly partnered with Whitby School to explore this question and harness their vision for an open, inspiring and hands-on learning environment for kids of all ages.

CBT worked with The Fessenden School to create an Innovation Lab. CBT was requested to explore the creation of a new Innovation Center, where students would be exposed to hands-on problem solving. This new addition is envisioned to benefit all grades and are flexibly furnished, open studio environments for all types of curriculum and creative thinking projects. Approximately six locations adjoining the main buildings were identified on the campus, and three sites were deemed most viable…

Nestled into a pastoral landscape in Brookline, MA, The Park School is an independent, coeducational, Pre-K through Eighth Grade day school. In 2018, Utile developed a comprehensive master plan for…

An international tour of schools, from kindergartens to colleges, shows educational design is smarter than ever.

Maker spaces and instructional labs are exciting spaces for learning. The idea of “maker spaces” is a popular trend related to active learning. Originating in the non-academic community, maker spaces are loosely defined as physical locations or studios for hands-on experimentation, building prototypes and otherwise testing ideas. The maker space usually provides tools, the space to work and build and often expert advice, allowing people to work in a communal atmosphere.

As makerspaces become part of a larger ecosystem of studios, creation labs, coworking spaces, and event spaces, the acts of creating and showcasing are being given larger footprints within public and academic libraries.

An approach to defining and designing the right space for your school.

These fun and flexible areas can help students develop creative and analytical thinking skills.