by Anuk Harvey | Oct 7, 2021 | Inspiration
Our very own Michelle Carpenter, Chief Strategy Officer of Natural Pod, will be sharing the outcomes of her work as Southeast Chair of SchoolsNEXT at LearningScapes 2021 taking place on October 14-17th. The in-person session, Student Voice Informs Equitable Learning...
by Anuk Harvey | Sep 28, 2021 | Inspiration
Interior Design’s Best of Year is the design industry’s premiere design awards program, honoring the most significant work of the year as well as recognizing designers, architects and manufacturers from around the globe. This year, you can help the Natural...
by Anuk Harvey | Sep 20, 2021 | Inspiration, LIVE
Natural Pod™ LIVE Episode Seven is available to watch! The idea of a Culture of Care + Connection is ever evolving, but at the core it’s simple: to care for ourselves and those around us, by connecting with our communities and the natural environment. Verena Gibbs,...
by Anuk Harvey | Sep 16, 2021 | Inspiration
Thank you to InHabitat, a green lifestyle and design media outlet, for this great story, titled ‘Natural Pod takes a different approach to learning.’ It takes a look at how we do indeed take a different approach and why. The article also introduces our...
by Anuk Harvey | Sep 1, 2021 | Inspiration
The team at Natural Pod help create learning environments where educators and students can thrive. Our range of beautiful, functional and interchangeable learning furniture can really support educators and students in the ways they teach and learn best. In addition to...
by Anuk Harvey | Sep 1, 2021 | Inspiration
Leadership for Green Schools: Sustainability for Our Children, Our Communities, and Our Planet – This is a wonderfully rich book that uncovers the many facets of what it means to be a green school, and the leadership tools needed to embrace whole school...
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...
Learn more about students own vision for sustainable and resilient learning spaces
Help us win Interior Design’s ‘Best of Year’ for our innovative educational furniture
Take the pledge with us for California Clean Air Day
Time to be intentional – The Design for Early Learning Symposium
Natural Pod™ LIVE – Episode 07 – Creating a Culture of Care + Connection
Embracing a Culture of Care + Connection
Natural Pod furniture takes a different approach to learning
Let’s Not Lose Sight Of Wellness In The Name Of Safety
Design for Early Learning – Join the Symposium
How we bring your learning space vision to life
Book review: Leadership for Green Schools; Sustainability for Our Children, Our Communities, and Our Planet
Are you working with companies that are aligned with your values?
Including student voice in learning space creation
If you want your school to be environmentally sustainable and healthy, look for the crosswalks
Book review: ‘Schools That Heal: Design with Mental Health in Mind’