Many classrooms and even dorm rooms are not only unattractive, but also uninspiring. Many of these rooms were built based on functional needs and budgetary restraints. They were poorly designed and, in many cases, have been poorly maintained. But students don’t need an aesthetically pleasing room in which to learn, right? Wrong.
One major aspect of education continues to go overlooked; aesthetics is not just about what is appealing to the eye, but also what is appealing to the senses. Aesthetic comes from the Greek word: Aistehesis, which means recognition via senses. Aesthetics have a positive effect on learning.
Studies show:
1. That pupils with plenty of daylight in the classroom learn up to 21 percent more than pupils with less daylight.
2. That noise has a negative impact on the behavior of the pupils
3. That a fuzzy physical environment with a lot of strong colors results in jumpy children
4. That senses are activated by diversity
5. That bullying is worse in sad asphalted schoolyards than in well ordered, challenging and varying outdoor areas.
But most importantly, studies have shown that there is a direct connection between feelings and learning. A good atmosphere in the classroom creates better learning.
To perform any job correctly, you need to have an environment that’s both durable and good looking.
A.S.S.T.’s products and services are the perfect fit for educational buildings and locations that require solid surface counters, shower surrounds, bathroom partitions and more.
In addition, we’re capable of producing high-quality casework for everything from the reception room to the science laboratory. The materials we use are durable and easy to clean and come in a variety of colors and patterns.
We realize that every school and building is different, and that’s why we’re able to provide customized work to fit your teaching environment. Our on-site facilities and experienced craftsmen enable us to provide quick turnaround time and budget-conscious solutions.
For more information on what A.S.S.T. can do for you please visit our website or give us a call. We are your one stop supplier for your next commercial interior architectural project.
If you have a project that you would like us to bid on or have questions about whether or not we can provide you the product you are looking for please contact us and we would be happy to answer your questions or provide you with a quote.
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Sources:
Power of Aesthetics to Improve Student Learning DesignShare.com
