One of the things our team at Natural Pod loves to do most is get out and meet people. We learn new ideas, build on our relationships, give back and inspire others in this important work of creating better learning environments and experiences for children. We're...
Our colleagues and researchers at the University of British Columbia are seeking to better understand what makes a memorable outdoor play space. To do so we created a 2 minute online survey - would you be willing to take the survey? It’s simple, fast and hopefully...
Entrepreneur Bridgitte Alomes says what the world really needs more of is creative thinkers, which is why her company is focusing on engaging children during their critical developmental years. Called Natural Pod, the Vancouver Island company designs and builds...
By now you may have heard of this new book – Slow Death by Rubber Duck: How the Toxic Chemistry of Everyday Life Affects Our Health…..
The Interior Design Show (IDS) Vancouver is the go-to Pacific event for all things design. Taking place on September 22nd - 25th, the theme for IDS 2022 is 'New Futures': Thought-leaders with a local and global perspective will tackle the future of design....
The Interior Design Show (IDS) Vancouver is the go-to Pacific event for all things design. Taking place on September 22nd – 25th, the theme for IDS 2022 is ‘New Futures’: Thought-leaders with a local and global perspective will tackle the future of design....
CEO and founder of British Columbia-based, learning solutions company Natural Pod, Bridgitte Alomes, is dedicated to creating better learning environments through the use of beautifully designed, multi-functional and high-quality education furniture and products, made...
If you’re here, you may already know Natural Pod creates high-quality, non-toxic wood furniture for early learning and K-12 learning spaces with an emphasis on beauty, functionality, and environmental awareness. I’d like to expand on those last three points and what...
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...
With many resources available offering recommendations and options for a safe return to school and how to implement physical distancing, it seems a great time to have a conversation about what ‘A Return To Learning’ could look like. One with a greater...
Many of us are already asking, what lessons can we learn from this time? As you will know one of the main conversations presently taking place in the education sector is, how do we pivot to create at home learning that’s accessible and worthwhile? Another...
Our partners at MUSE, who are building a network of schools that equip young people with the tools needed for a lifetime of curiosity, understand the importance of parents as partners in creating great learning outcomes. Here the MUSE Global...
Even during these uncertain times, maybe even more so, I feel it’s important to celebrate the good moments as they come along. This week the BCBusiness Women of the Year Awards were announced. Of course, it was not at their planned award event, so for now I didn’t get...
10% of proceeds of the Curious Bundle will go The Canadian Childcare Federation who are are working to advocate for full-time child care for front line healthcare workers during this time.THE CURIOUS BUNDLE - Bundle Price $425 - Includes Free Shipping and...
As we are all aware, due to school closures the majority of parents are facing homeschooling their children for the foreseeable future. A daunting task for many especially when exacerbated by other life circumstances. So how can we lower the stress levels and provide...
Our team at Natural Pod is thankful that we're able to continue designing, producing and delivering exceptional learning environments during these uncertain times. For those who are able, this is a great time to get creative and move forward with existing or new...
For those of you planning to take lessons online, here are some easy suggestions you can share with your students to help them define their own learning environment and stay engaged in their learning. Natural Pod’s work is focused on setting the stage for deep...
As a team we are really proud and delighted for Natural Pod founder and CEO, Bridgitte Alomes, who has been nominated for the BCBusiness Women of the Year Awards. Bridgitte has been nominated in the category of Entrepreneurial Leader, one of six categories...
This year’s Green Schools Conference and Expo I’ve found to be the most impactful. There was a strong acknowledgement between all attendees that furthering the green schools movement is imperative in helping to address the climate crisis we’re in, and it's only by...
Before we dive into all the transformative things that happen at the Green Schools Conference and Expo, let's recap on what the conference is about. It is an annual two day event that brings together all the players involved in making green schools a reality; that is...