by Anuk Harvey | Jul 28, 2021 | Inspiration
It’s not often that books in the field of education and design crossover in such an accessible way, and that speak directly to the truth and the times we find ourselves in. ‘Schools That Heal: Design with Mental Health in Mind’ by Claire Latané is one of...
by Anuk Harvey | Jul 21, 2021 | Inspiration
Alongside connecting with passionate folks within the green schools movement a couple of weeks ago at the Green Schools Conference, we were also introduced to the Green Schools National Network’s (GSNN) brand new look and extended mission. Both intended to drive...
by Anuk Harvey | Jun 17, 2021 | Inspiration
This year Natural Pod is teaming up with Green Schools National Network and heading to the Green Schools Conference! It’s taking place virtually over two half days on June 28 and 29th, and there are some fantastic speakers, events and interactive sessions lined...
by Anuk Harvey | Jun 16, 2021 | Inspiration
It’s exciting that many schools will welcome students back to campuses soon, but it’s putting a lot of pressure on educators and administrators to make decisions very fast, not only for the end of this school year but the beginning of the next as well. We understand...
by Anuk Harvey | Jun 11, 2021 | Inspiration
This year Natural Pod will be teaming up with Green Schools National Network and heading to the Green Schools Conference! It’s taking place virtually over two half days on June 28 and 29th, and there are some fantastic speakers and interactive sessions and...
by Anuk Harvey | May 31, 2021 | Inspiration
We’ve been greatly saddened to learn of the logging of old growth forest that’s been taking place, particularly at Nahmint River watershed and Fairy Creek on unceded Pacheedaht First Nation territory on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, in Canada. Natural Pod is...
by Anuk Harvey | Apr 20, 2021 | Inspiration, LIVE
Welcome back, Natural Pod™ LIVE Episode Four is available to watch! About This Episode This episode offers such an inspiring and eye-opening conversation between Maureen Dockendorf, Early Care and Learning Strategic Consultant at the British Columbia Ministry of...
by Anuk Harvey | Feb 9, 2021 | Inspiration
Every step forward in recognizing the power of good between and for people and the planet, is a step towards a kinder and more equitable world. So we are delighted that Natural Pod has been announced as a finalist in the BCBusiness 2021 Business of Good Awards! And...
by Anuk Harvey | Feb 4, 2021 | Inspiration, LIVE
The first episode of Natural Pod™ LIVE is available to watch! For those who watched live we loved hearing from you that it was a great success. We are excited that this format of having deeper conversations with educational leaders and hearing their personal stories...
by Anuk Harvey | Jan 2, 2021 | Inspiration
Wishing you a happy, kinder, and more joyful new year. We hope you found time to rejuvenate over the holiday season, connect with loved ones, and had the opportunity to reflect on all there is to be grateful for. In the spirit of offering some hope and inspiration to...
by Anuk Harvey | Dec 23, 2020 | Inspiration
Wow, what a year! We’d like to pause for a moment as 2020 draws to a close and deeply acknowledge educators and parents and the courage they’ve shown in navigating the unprecedented circumstances of this past year. Our team has directly experienced how incredibly...
by Anuk Harvey | Dec 21, 2020 | Inspiration
As 2020 comes to a close the Natural Pod team have been reflecting on all this year has unexpectedly brought, including the successes and triumphs of educators and students over the last 12 months. To inspire you to stay in a place of creativity going forward into...
by Anuk Harvey | Nov 29, 2020 | Inspiration
When products are described as being sustainable and environmentally responsible what does that really mean? And does it always mean the same thing? There isn’t a universal definitive definition, and that’s why one has to look a little deeper into a company’s...
by Anuk Harvey | Nov 24, 2020 | Inspiration
The idea of what is required from educational environments was evolving long before the pandemic, and although this year has been full of challenges there has been a consistent vocalization that we need flexible, sustainable, and adaptable learning spaces now more...
by Anuk Harvey | Nov 23, 2020 | Inspiration
Giving Tuesday is here, offering a wonderful chance to join the global movement for giving that takes place each year after American Thanksgiving and Black Friday. This annual event celebrates our collective capacity to do good, unleashing the power of people and...
by Anuk Harvey | Nov 19, 2020 | Inspiration
Natural Pod is honored to have our work highlighted by Metropolis Magazine in their featured article showcasing the wonderful Mi Casita Preschool and Cultural Center and the celebrated Brooklyn-based architectural firms that created their built environment, Barker...
by Anuk Harvey | Nov 18, 2020 | Inspiration
At Natural Pod, we are deeply committed to creating better, sustainable education environments. Our goal is always to honor this by producing healthy, natural, and beautiful play and learning space furniture using environmentally responsible practices and methods....
by Anuk Harvey | Nov 16, 2020 | Inspiration
Over the last few months we’ve been asking educators and administrators what they need in place to create a safe, physically distanced learning space that also provides an engaging environment that their students are inspired by and want to be in. These...
by Anuk Harvey | Nov 2, 2020 | Inspiration
LearningSCAPES 2020 conference ‘Passport to Learning’ is November 4th-6th. If you aren’t already involved, we highly recommend this fantastic annual conference for K-12 educators, architects, designers and industry leaders. This year it’s going...
by Anuk Harvey | Oct 19, 2020 | Inspiration
The American School of Bahrain is a vibrant and inclusive learning community, proud of their diversity and mindful of the many cultures that make up the fabric of their school. “Our mission is to provide a challenging American and international education that...
Book review: ‘Schools That Heal: Design with Mental Health in Mind’
Why we created an Ideabook for Indigenous Learners
Green Schools National Network’s new look for a stronger impact
How we care for our buildings, directly impacts our health and well-being
Student voice informs learning space design
Natural Pod™ LIVE – Episode 06 – Designing an Integrated and Holistic Sustainability Journey
Why I always attend the Green Schools Conference
We’re excited for the upcoming Green Schools Conference, are you joining us?
We’re ready to help transform your learning spaces over the summer
Join us at the Green Schools Conference, happening soon
Rethink Outside: The Positive Impact of Outdoor Learning
To set students up for success, learning spaces can’t be an afterthought
Designing for Sustainable, Resilient Schools
Another fantastic win for ecological design in education and its benefit to learners
Why Natural Pod strongly opposes logging of old growth forest