Doni Guest Chairs in a third space; adaptable and sleek seating in a lounge space at Swarthmore College

Higher Education Insights

designs that deliver responsive learning spaces

Fluid, Interactive and Engaging

Supporting the development of world-class learning and campus environments has been—and always will be—at the very core of KI. It's what we do best. We work with our educational partners to persistently grow our knowledge, understanding and experience with the Higher Education market. This helps us support a "customer of one" experience and develop a roadmap for future innovation specific to your unique learning experience.

From cyberspace to physical space, KI understands the needs of higher learning. We're at the forefront of new ways to design and deliver responsive educational spaces with innovations that complement today's current educational concepts and university furniture that supports the learning environments of the future – fluid, interactive, engaging.

- Bryan Ballegeer, vice president of education market, KI

What's New in Higher Education Design

Review the following content for our latest insights, research and solutions for higher education design.

Insights Designing for the Evolution of College Libraries

Our collaborative research with StudioFYNN reveals insights for optimizing design for college libraries as temples of knowledge and communities to improve student engagement and experience.

Insights WiggleRoom in Education

Privacy pods can play a pivotal role in providing students the best of both worlds – space for social interaction AND private, quiet spaces they can access on demand.

BLOG 5 Ways to Improve Your School with American Rescue Plan Act Funds

Learn how to maximize the impact of federal dollars on your college campus or in your K-12 school district.

Insights Top 10 Higher Education Products

We're pleased to share our top furniture solutions for higher education to support your college campus.

BLOG Colleges Have Complex Needs. Here’s How to Simplify on Campus.

We’re witnessing colleges design environments that can address a divergent array of activities on campus. Let’s take a look at some of those spaces and how to create them.

INSIGHTS Design for Cutting-Edge Athletic Spaces

To recruit top athletes, universities need state-of-the-art facilities with a competitive advantage. Learn how we can help you furnish your athletic spaces with world-class interior design solutions.

VIDEO Collin College -- Wylie Campus

Insights The Learner's Journey: What-If Concepts for Learning Spaces

Insights Impact of Furniture in Higher Ed Spaces: Ruckus Grant Program

Insights Learning Space Workshop: Exploring Trends in Educational Design

Join us for an upcoming learning spaces workshop! Work collaboratively to establish design drivers for your physical learning space. Participate in lively brainstorming and collaborative activities to uncover key insights for your project.

Beyond the Classroom Returning to School

As schools consider reopening, we can help pave the way with furniture solutions and space planning ideas that support higher educational environments now and into the future.

Infinity from KI

By listening, observing, and collaborating, we leverage our agile design and manufacturing capabilities to create solutions that fit your exact specifications and needs.

Higher Education Resources

Case Studies

Find inspiration and information in our most recent Higher Education case studies. Read the story, view and download images, or share with a colleague or client.

Blogs

The KI blog features insights on current trends and design perspectives from various thought leaders. View the latest posts regarding higher education environments.

E2 Program

Earn a 2% rebate on qualified KI purchases through the E2 program. Empower student success with funding opportunities through your University Foundation Board.

Square Foot Calculator

Use our square foot calculator to help space plan for traditional, hybrid or makerspace classrooms. Review square footage requirements and average cost per square foot in low, medium and high price ranges.