Resource Furniture’s sustainable transformation
Working in collaboration with the school and architects, Resource Furniture has transformed the resource centre at Tyndale Christian School.
In collaboration with Greenway Architects, Resource Furniture reinvigorated Tyndale Christian School’s resource centre and home economics area with a stunning new look.
Working with the school, Resource Furniture created a welcoming and vibrant space, with custom soft furnishing, sleek Sliimform library shelving, and a variety of loose furniture.
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Grace Misso, Business Development Executive at Resource Furniture said furniture selection and placement was carefully considered to ensure longevity of the space. Sustainable choices to reduce the school’s environmental impact were also important.
“The Noom 50 chairs help schools reduce their environmental footprint through ease of stacking and transportation. They are also very versatile chairs and can be re-purposed for different areas in the school. Tyndale have used them in their home economics area, resource centre, and private meeting rooms,” Ms Misso said. Importantly, the chair’s ergonomic design ensures students remain supported throughout lessons and study sessions.
The Sliimform system was chosen for shelving. Offering versatility and flexibility, one shelf type can be used several different ways, including a flat shelf, angled display shelf, and picture bookshelf. “Furniture such as the Sliimform library shelving is locally manufactured with an emphasis on quality and durability.”
Don Sizeland, Operations Manager at Tyndale Christian School said Greenway Architects chose Resource Furniture for the project because of their extensive range of educational furniture, perfectly suited to the design of the spaces. “From library shelving to study tables, meeting chairs, and soft furnishings for casual seating, Resource Furniture provided comprehensive solutions. Their team collaborated closely with Greenway to optimise small spaces, ensuring each area was both functional and inviting.
“Response to the new spaces has been positive in every respect,” Mr Sizeland said. “In addition to enhanced functionality, the project delivered a major facelift, improving aesthetics, and the look and feel of the facility with new furnishings, fitting and appliances.”
Mr Sizeland said the flexibility and versatility of the spaces has maximised its usability across all year levels. “The spaces lend themselves to a wide variety of uses including technology-based learning, focus group, break out spaces, reading and home economics. It also provides an area for students to relax and socialise.”
