Learning By Design Magazine

What was once regarded as a niche hobby or a child’s pastime has evolved into a powerful force in education, equipping students with critical skills and opening doors to future careers. Esports programs are redefining how students collaborate, think strategically, and engage with technology in meaningful ways. KI recently published a collection of research that delves into the impact of well-designed esports environments, highlighting their role in student engagement, social-emotional learning, and pathways into fields like STEM, media production, and game development. Read more from "𝐆𝐚𝐦𝐞 𝐎𝐧! 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐄𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐬 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞" here: https://lnkd.in/e97VJ6A6 #LearningEnvironments #EducationDesign #ESports #STEM #GameDevelopment KI

Congratulations, 𝐍𝐀𝐂 𝐀𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞, for winning one of LBD's Grand Prize Awards for the James Baldwin Elementary School project! One juror commented, "This project’s inclusion of a family room with essential services showcases a deep commitment to community support. Its adherence to Washington Sustainable Schools Protocol (WSSP), aligning with LEED Silver, reflects strong environmental stewardship. Thoughtful features like mini libraries, quiet spaces, and diverse learning areas enhance student well-being and focus. The use of natural finishes and daylight supports health and learning. A model for effective, compassionate design." Read more about this spectacular project here: https://lnkd.in/edVVqKWz #LearningEnvironments #AwardWinningFirms #SchoolDesign #EducationDesign #Architecture #InteriorDesign #GrandPrize #DesignAwards NAC

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Congratulations, 𝐋𝐏𝐀 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐨𝐬, for winning one of LBD's Outstanding Project Awards for the San Bernardino High School Cardinal Child Development Center project! One juror commented, "The project represents a thoughtful and innovative approach to early childhood education. Its design effectively integrates natural elements, which not only enhances children's connection to the environment but also stimulates creativity and independent thinking. Moreover, the emphasis on sustainability, with features like net zero energy and 100% daylighting, highlights a commitment to environmental responsibility". Read more about this spectacular project here: https://lnkd.in/e7eivBCE Reservations are now OPEN for the 𝐅𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 𝐀𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞! Visit https://lnkd.in/gkw4SMVv to learn more! #LearningEnvironments #AwardWinningFirms #SchoolDesign #EducationDesign #Architecture #InteriorDesign LPA, Inc.

Certified Autism Resource, Nook Pods and Shelters are more than just customizable furniture solutions. Designed to support neuro-inclusivity in shared spaces, Nook's modular design make them adaptable to the changing needs of shared environments and activate unused space. Learn why teachers say all schools need Nook Wellness Pods here: www.nookpodusa.com #SchoolFurniture #Neuroinclusive #Productivity #ModernLearningSpaces Nook Pod USA

Congratulations 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐜 𝐀𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞, 𝐈𝐧𝐜. for winning one of LBD's Outstanding Project Awards for the Doyle-Ryder Elementary School Renovation project! One juror commented, "I appreciated the balance of concrete, wood, and glass in the lobby and art gallery, as well as the warmth of the theater/auditorium. Merging these programs was no small feat, and the exterior effectively provides complementary separation, allowing the two functions to integrate seamlessly. The outdoor gathering space nicely supports the interior functions, and this thoughtful design enhances community engagement and utilization of the project." Read more about this spectacular project here: https://lnkd.in/e5ncUh6n 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐎𝐏𝐄𝐍 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 𝐀𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞! Visit https://lnkd.in/gkw4SMVv to learn more! #LearningEnvironments #AwardWinningFirms #SchoolDesign #EducationDesign #Architecture #InteriorDesign Stantec

Cogni is a new, comprehensive seating solution designed for one purpose—boosting student engagement. It delivers on choice, movement, mobility, sensory engagement, and more—all with the elevated aesthetic schools are looking for. Learn more about KI's Cogni Classroom Seating here: https://lnkd.in/e5nu_kXC #Cogni #EducationDesign #LearningEnvironments #SchoolFurniture KI

Congratulations 𝐊𝐢𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐞𝐲 𝐀𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 for winning one of LBD's Outstanding Project Awards for the Yellowstone Schools project! One juror commented, "I love the color palette and the beautiful exterior and interior materials. The exterior design integrates well with the neighborhood, and the transparent courtyard walls engage the outdoors while enhancing connections to the environment. Overall, it is a strong project that captures the essence of shotgun houses, featuring bright spaces and effective programming". Read more about this spectacular project here: https://lnkd.in/eNbvddMz 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐎𝐏𝐄𝐍 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 𝐀𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞! Visit: https://lnkd.in/gkw4SMVv to learn more! #LearningEnvironments #AwardWinningFirms #SchoolDesign #EducationDesign #Architecture #InteriorDesign Kirksey Architecture

Showcase your firm's deep knowledge base and vision for the design of the next generation of PreK–12 and higher education learning spaces! Learning By Design will highlight your firm’s innovative conceptual design thinking by featuring your unbuilt projects in our '𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐎𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐨𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬' section of our Summer issue. While not all projects reach the construction phase, they still embody your firm's creative vision and design excellence! Highlight these projects and promote your firm's expertise in education design. Whether conceptual works, projects in development, or those awaiting construction, these unbuilt projects represent a valuable way to demonstrate your design philosophy and thought leadership. Reservations are now being accepted! 𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐀𝐏𝐑𝐈𝐋 𝟒. Visit: https://lnkd.in/eUN_xcTh for details and to reserve your space TODAY! #ArchitecturalDesign #InteriorDesign #LearningEnvironments #PreK-12 #HigherEducation

Congratulations 𝐉𝐊𝐀𝐄 for winning one of LBD's Outstanding Project Awards for the Evergreen Valley College Language Arts Classroom & Lab project! One juror commented, "I appreciated engaging with faculty and students for feedback, ultimately aligning with student preferences. The balance of color and biophilic elements is beautifully executed. The unique LED rainbow screen captures attention, along with supergraphics and vibrant stair railings. Impressive LEED Gold achievement. The graphic elements reinforce goals of inclusion and equity, while user spaces are open, well-lit, and inviting." Read more about this spectacular project here: https://lnkd.in/ggyUpQhx Reservations are now OPEN for the Fall 2025 Architecture and Interior Design Awards of Excellence! Visit: https://lnkd.in/gkw4SMVv to learn more! #LearningEnvironments #AwardWinningFirms #SchoolDesign #EducationDesign #Architecture #InteriorDesign JKAE