The Challenge

Macomb Community College collaborated with ISCG to launch a pilot furniture program designed to create an active learning environment. The initiative focused on creating engaging, flexible spaces designed to attract students to campus while promoting active learning.

The college sought to move beyond conventional lecture-style classrooms, which featured two-person tables arranged in rows. Instead, they envisioned adaptable layouts with soft seating, mobile furniture, vibrant colors, and durable materials to enhance student interaction and engagement

Design Solutions

  • Seating: Haworth Very side chairs & conference stools, Haworth Chic Pouf lounge chairs, Haworth Resonate modular lounge, Haworth Poppy guest chair with tablet arm, Sit on It Rio stools

  • Tables: Haworth custom Jive swivel tables, Haworth Pop Up counter height mobile tables, Haworth Planes height adjustable tables for ADA, Ergotron Learn Fit, Hightower Kona height adjustable laptop tables

  • Accessories: Haworth Collaborate mobile screens and marker boards, Haworth Planes mobile marker boards

    ISCG collaborated with faculty and students to test multiple active learning configurations, gathering feedback through surveys to determine what application works best for their students. As Macomb Community College’s preferred furniture vendor for over 15 years, ISCG continues to support the institution in shaping innovative learning spaces.

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