Claremont McKenna College
Robert Day Sciences Center
Flexible learning spaces for a highly visible campus environment
The Challenge
Claremont McKenna College’s Robert Day Sciences Center was designed to support open, collaborative, and interdisciplinary learning. Spaces are highly visible and continuously in use, requiring furniture that can adapt to multiple teaching styles while maintaining performance in a high-traffic academic environment.
The Approach
We aligned the furniture strategy with the building’s dynamic, connected design—prioritizing flexibility, durability, and visual consistency. Solutions were selected to support quick transitions between teaching modes while performing reliably in spaces designed for constant use.
Key Solutions
Flexible Layouts
Furniture that supports quick reconfiguration for lecture, discussion, and group work.
Durability for Daily Use
Materials and products selected to maintain performance in high-use environments.
Support for Collaboration + Focus
Spaces designed to accommodate both group interaction and individual work.
The Outcome
The completed environments support a more flexible and collaborative approach to learning—delivering spaces that adapt to evolving teaching styles while maintaining a consistent, high-quality campus experience.
Featured Products
Herman Miller, Knoll, DWR, Vitra, Legrand, Elfa, Howe, Janus et Cie, Altek, Bench Depot, OCI
Featured Services
Square Footage
135,000
Architecture/Design Partner
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