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While many things managed to remain unchanged post pandemic (thankfully), some things are fundamentally different and we’ve since had to adopt new approaches. That may be most true for the educational system, since the very way in which kids were taught changed overnight and almost as quick was a return to school and what became the “new normal”. This left schools, teachers, and districts to find new ways to bridge the gap and shift from virtual back to in-person learning with new kinds of requirements.
“Recent design trends include project-based group or team learning, integrating technology, flexible learning spaces, updated safety considerations and sustainable design elements.” Outdoor areas, technology and STEM labs, and maker spaces are also on the rise. More metal is being used not just for interiors, but also for exteriors, to create playful, colorful facades that have a positive impact on students and faculty. Keep reading below for how designers are facing these changes as needs shift.
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