K-12 Classroom Furniture Layouts

K-12 classroomThe right K-12 classroom design, furniture, and technology can transform how educators and students, teach, study, and learn.

We are a New England-based team with over 20 years of expertise in designing innovative K-12 educational spaces. We collaborate closely with schools, architects, and designers to create environments that elevate the learning experience for both students and teachers. Our extensive portfolio includes K-12 classroom, library, administrative and cafeteria furniture, as well as cutting-edge technology solutions tailored to fit any design vision or budget. We are here to support you every step of the way:

  • Stay Ahead of Trends: Discover the latest trends shaping K-12 education.
  • Tailored Solutions: Identify the most suitable furniture and technology solutions for your unique needs.
  • Expert Planning: Develop detailed product specifications and floor plan layouts.
  • Smart Procurement: Navigate and select the optimal purchasing contracts to maximize value.

MHEC EXPO 2024 Furniture Price List

Our Team

Mary Sauvageau
General Manager, K-12
860.810.2835
msauvageau@red-thread.com

Gina DelPeschio
Sales Representative, K-12
413.537.8927
gdelpeschio@red-thread.com

Matt Curtin
Director of AV Sales
603.512.4740
mcurtin@red-thread.com

Our Approach

ECLPS Certification
Mary Sauvageau, our K-12 general manager, recently became an EDmarket Certified Learning Place Specialist (ECLPS). ECLPS is a new, research-informed certification program aimed at improving the learning experience for school districts and educating industry learning environment design professionals. It starts with the understanding that everyone learns differently and focuses on creating environments that meet these diverse needs

Universal Design
Universal design transforms classrooms into inclusive, effective learning environments by accommodating all students’ needs, abilities, and learning styles. It moves beyond a one-size-fits-all approach, creating accessible and engaging spaces that foster a sense of belonging and promote student success. By utilizing flexible teaching methods, hands-on learning, and adaptable classroom layouts, universal design encourages active participation and increases engagement. This approach is not about lowering standards but raising expectations to help every student reach their full potential, ensuring equity in education regardless of background or ability.

Contracts

Red Thread Authorized Contracts:

  • Massachusetts State Contract
  • MHEC (Massachusetts Higher Education Consortium
  • E&I (Educational and Institutional Cooperative Purchasing)
  • Connecticut State Contract

VIEW OUR CONTRACTS (PDF)

Manufacturing Partners

Red Thread has partnered with industry-leading furniture and technology manufacturers to create innovative classrooms, libraries, and common spaces. To the right are some examples.

Full List of Vendor Partners

K-12 Furniture

Alumni
AMQ
Amtab
Artcobell
Brodart
Create by Red Thread
Fleetwood
Fomcore
Global
Heartwork
KI
Palmieri
Smith System
Steelcase
WB Manufacturing
Whitney Brothers

K-12 Technology

Crestron
Extron
Epson Brightlink Projection Systems
Microsoft
Promethean Interactive Boards
Sony

New Solutions for Active Learning

Flow. Stow. Stack. ​

The Tenor chair from Steelcase Learning lets students easily adapt to any learning mode. Designed for ultimate comfort sitting, stacking and stowing, Tenor delivers the value of an active learning chair for today’s ever-changing learning environments. ​

​View Tenor

Move around Classrooms with Ease​

​The Elbrook Table Collection offers organically shaped tables with inset legs and low-profile bases that make movement throughout a space easy, so everyone can focus on what matters most—learning.​

​View Elbrook Table Collection

K-12 Classroom Guide

Our 21st Century Classroom Design lookbook provides inspiration for creating engaging learning spaces.

  • 18 classroom layouts for elementary, middle and high school grades
  • 20 shared and faculty space designs
  • 4 classroom technologies

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K-12 Showroom

Come explore the latest K-12 solutions in our brand new East Hartford showroom!

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Our Projects

We are incredibly proud of the partnerships we have created over the past few decades, and the learning spaces we have created together. Here are some examples of schools we have worked with in Massachusetts and Connecticut.

Connecticut

  • Berlin Public Schools
  • Candlewood Lake Elementary School
  • Charter Oak International Academy
  • CREC Aerospace and Engineering School
  • Ella Grasso Technical School
  • Enfield High School
  • Francis Walsh Intermediate School
  • Greenwich Academy
  • Hartford Public Library
  • Hartford Public Schools
  • Meriden Public Schools
  • Milford Public Schools
  • State of CT
  • Stratford High School
  • Vernon Public Schools
  • Weaver High School

Massachusetts

  • Barnstable High School Library
  • Beaver Country Day School
  • Boston Public Schools
  • Catholic Memorial High School
  • East Veterans Memorial Elementary School
  • Kennedy Middle School
  • King Open School
  • MAP Academy
  • Minuteman Regional Vocational Technical High School
  • Mulcahey Elementary School
  • Nelson Place Elementary School
  • Pentucket Regional Middle & High School (ADD)
  • Pine Grove School
  • Shrewsbury Public Library
  • South Community High School, Worcester
  • Sunita L. Williams Elementary
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Our Portfolio

K-12 Classroom Furniture
K-12 Classroom Technology
K-12 Hybrid Learning Technology
K-12 Library Furniture
K-12 Collaborative Furniture
K-12 Cafeteria Furniture
K-12 Faculty Office Furniture
K-12 Faculty Lounge Furniture
K-12 Office / Admin Furniture
K-12 Outdoor Furniture