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Have you ever considered why we need to consciously select the texture, shape, color, and size of materials used by children in the classroom? Or what difference furniture selection makes to the learning environment? A study by the University of Salford (2015) found...
Originally written by Michelle Carpenter. Updated by Natural Pod on March 30, 2026. A child walks into a classroom and within seconds, they start making sense of the space. The light. The colors. The level of visual noise on the walls. Before a single lesson begins,...
As another full school year comes to a close, it's a perfect time of year to begin preparing for a smooth restart for next year. Taking the time now, while your ideas from a year of learning and education are still fresh in your mind, and before the rush to restart...
A traditional education is not suitable for every student. Malcolm Drips, a precocious nine-year-old of mixed racial heritage, is one of those students. At 18 months of age, he was diagnosed with autism and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). For him, the...
This week, Natural Pod marked a significant milestone: our second anniversary as a Certified B Corporation, and we paused to reflect and celebrate this accolade with our team. Why, because while it feels great to be recognized as part of a global community that is...
The Natural Pod team believes we can create better classroom furniture and learning environments for all ages while being deeply committed to people and the planet. There is great work being done as responsible stewards of our environment throughout our business,...
The Natural Pod team believes we can create better learning environments for all ages, while being deeply committed to people and the planet. There is great work to be done to be responsible stewards of our environment throughout our business, leading to a positive...
Designing for a Regenerative Future At Natural Pod, we believe that when we design spaces with care, we create the conditions for everyone to contribute their best work. This principle guides our presence at the 2026 B Corp™ Champions Retreat in Milwaukee, where we...
New! Book Excerpt Series We’re excited to announce the first of a series of book excerpts in collaboration with New Society Publishers. As British Columbia based B Corp™ with global impact, we’ve found a strong values alignment in their subject areas, especially with...
Exciting news! Natural Pod founder, Bridgitte Alomes, was recently a special guest on the "BC's Path to Universal Child Care Podcast" (Season 4, Episode 5). Host Gyda led a fantastic conversation with Bridgitte and Rory Richards - President & CEO of the...
The West Vancouver Schools Early Childhood Education Centre next door to École Pauline Johnson represents a new standard for Canadian public education. Opening this year, the learning space will provide a permanent, nature-inspired sanctuary for 116 children, born from a partnership with NUQO Modular and Natural Pod that prioritizes speed, sustainability, and honors the developmental needs of our youngest learners.
How Intentional Learning Environments Communicate Values, Support Communities, and Shape Futures When you walk into a learning space, what does it say to the children who spend their days there? Does it communicate respect for their competence? Does it invite...
The journey of learning begins long before a child enters elementary school. In these early years, the environment profoundly shapes a child’s heart and mind. Through intentional design, learning spaces play a fundamental role in fostering well-being and sparking...
We've just returned from LearningSCAPES 2025, where conversations focused on a fundamental shift. We are all supporting an "anxious generation" and feeling the tension between humanity and technology. The central question was clear: How do we create spaces that not...
A recent working paper from the Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University has cast a critical spotlight on a hidden threat in our children’s learning spaces: indoor air pollution. As a leader in sustainable and healthy educational furniture solutions, Natural Pod is amplifying this crucial research, underscoring the urgent need to prioritize cleaner indoor air in early learning facilities.
Welcome to another edition of The Chalkboard, a series from Natural Pod, that aims to spark thoughtful conversations and reflections on key topics like student well-being, the health of the planet, and the future of learning. This month, we're highlighting Natural...
In an era where educational design is recognized as pivotal in shaping future generations, Natural Pod is heading to LearningSCAPES 2025 to showcase the transformative power of sustainable learning environments. We're presenting two powerful sessions that explore how...
When Thomas Selishev speaks, his conviction is unmistakable. Even over a Zoom call, his voice carries urgency, but it is measured, purposeful. He traces his path into education to a simple principle: every child, regardless of background, deserves the best...
Every educator knows the challenge: how do you create a classroom that not only inspires learning but also nurtures the well-being of every student? The answer, as it turns out, is found in nature itself. At Natural Pod, we believe that biophilic design—the practice...
Tiny Scholars is Bridging the Gap Between Generations An inspiring new playschool has opened inside the Amenida Seniors Community in Surrey, British Columbia, Canada creating a unique intergenerational program that connects children with seniors.Developed to foster...