Petchey Academy – Teaching Walls - Brookhouse
Petchey Academy had seen examples of teaching walls that Brookhouse had previously fitted and thought that this was the perfect solution for them. They were looking to have four teaching walls installed in classrooms including their new Food Technology room that Brookhouse were refurbishing.
The walls needed to utilise as much of the available wall space as possible and also incorporate a desk area for the teacher. Storage capacity was very important as the rooms needed to become much more organised and tidy than previously so this needed to be part of the design.
One wall was required as a trial early in 2022, with a further 4 to be installed during the Summer holidays.
Teaching Wall Installation
Maximising Wall Space
Improved Storage and Organisation
How Brookhouse Optimised Wall Space and Storage for Petchey Academy
Brookhouse designed the teaching walls in a glossy white finish which complements the room colours and has a stylish appearance.
The walls feature a large central whiteboard with clever sliding panels, coloured ‘Gratnell’ trays for maximum storage capacity and use of space with lockable cupboards on either side.
Décor panels ensure that the finish is sleek and aesthetically pleasing. An integral teacher’s desk which came off the end of the wall was included too. Petchey Academy were delighted with the results and following on from the first installation, they received funding for the further 4 walls.
Both the teachers and students were delighted and all commented on how much better the rooms were for teaching and learning.
5 x Teaching Walls
Sliding White Boards
Lockable Cupboards
Gratnell Tray Storage
Integral Teacher’s Desk
Sleek High Gloss White Design
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2. Design Brief Workshop
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3. Space Planning & 2D Layouts
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