Global University Campus

Sydney, Australia Education 15,000 sqm 2020

Project Overview

Global University Campus is a leading educational institution in Sydney, Australia that underwent a comprehensive modernization of its facilities spanning 15,000 square meters. Flourish Furniture was selected to provide complete furniture solutions for classrooms, libraries, administrative offices, student commons, and faculty spaces across the campus.

The project required creating learning environments that support contemporary pedagogical approaches while fostering student engagement, collaboration, and well-being in a diverse academic setting catering to over 10,000 students and 1,200 faculty members.

Client Needs

The university required furniture solutions that could adapt to evolving teaching methodologies, integrate technology seamlessly, withstand intensive daily use, and create spaces that inspire learning and foster community among students and faculty.

Our Solution

We developed a comprehensive educational furniture program featuring adaptable classroom configurations, technology-integrated study spaces, and collaborative zones designed to support both focused individual work and team-based learning activities.

Results

Post-implementation surveys showed significant improvements in student engagement metrics, with 87% of students reporting that the new environments positively impacted their learning experience and faculty noting higher classroom participation rates.

Our Solution

Following extensive consultation with faculty, students, and administrators, we created a furniture ecosystem tailored to support the university's educational mission while addressing the specific needs of different campus spaces.

Classrooms

Active Learning Classrooms

Traditional lecture halls were transformed into dynamic learning environments:

  • Mobile, reconfigurable tables and seating to support different teaching formats
  • Integrated power and data connectivity at each student position
  • Instructor stations with advanced technology controls and accessibility features
  • Writable surfaces and collaborative tools throughout the space
Library Spaces

Library & Study Environments

The campus libraries were reimagined as multi-functional learning centers:

  • Individual study carrels with acoustic properties for focused work
  • Collaborative zones with technology-enabled group tables
  • Comfortable lounge seating for extended reading sessions
  • Modular furniture configurations that can be adapted by librarians
Student Commons

Student Commons & Social Spaces

Communal areas were designed to foster community and informal learning:

  • Durable, comfortable seating arrangements encouraging student interaction
  • Multi-purpose furniture that supports both socializing and impromptu study
  • Outdoor learning spaces with weather-resistant furnishings
  • Dining areas featuring varied seating heights and configurations

Project Execution

Campus Assessment & Planning

8 weeks of extensive space evaluation, stakeholder interviews, and furniture specification planning across all departments.

Production & Procurement

12 weeks of manufacturing and sourcing, including custom elements for specialized academic areas.

Phased Installation

16 weeks of carefully scheduled installation during semester breaks to minimize disruption to academic activities.

Training & Post-Occupancy Support

Comprehensive training for facilities staff and ongoing support to ensure optimal use of the new furniture systems.

Outcomes & Results

87% Satisfaction

among students with the new learning environments

32% Increase

in time students spend on campus outside of class hours

45% Growth

in collaborative project work reported by faculty

Recognition

featured in "Innovation in Education Spaces" industry publication

Working with Flourish Furniture has transformed our campus into a truly student-centered learning environment. Their understanding of educational spaces is exceptional - they didn't just provide furniture, they provided solutions that directly support our pedagogical goals. The flexibility of the systems they implemented allows us to continuously evolve our teaching methods, while the durability ensures our investment will serve generations of students.

Dr. Margaret Chen

Dr. Margaret Chen

Vice President of Campus Development, Global University

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