Schools

Staff Room Interior Design for Schools

Staff need a restorative break area that also supports informal preparation and conversation.

Explore the ideas
Entry corridor opening toward a dining area with a glass-front cabinet
Arrival inspiration: keep the route into a shared dining space legible.

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Details worth a closer look

Photographs for design inspiration
Dining area with a six-seat table and pendant light
Dining inspiration: a central table beneath focused pendant lighting.
Open dining and living area separated by a wood partition
Shared-space inspiration: distinguish dining and lounge zones with a light divider.
Two lounge chairs and a sofa arranged around a shared coffee table
Gathering inspiration: varied seats oriented toward a shared center.

Explore the design decisions

Before you start

Separate eating and conversation from a quieter seat or small work surface, with a clear route to the door.

Room details and site checks
Layout
Separate eating and conversation from a quieter seat or small work surface, with a clear route to the door.
Detail
Use cleanable dining surfaces, comfortable varied seating, and warm local lighting.
Trade-off
More lounge seating reduces table space for meals and preparation.
  • Try a meal and a short work task simultaneously
  • Check conversation does not overwhelm quieter seats
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