Smart, Durable ICT Classrooms Designed for Learning & Built to Last
Digital technology revolutionises 21st century education, urging educators to embrace flexibility and effectiveness for diverse student needs, despite substantial IT investments.
AI & VR integration in education
AI and VR in education are rapidly evolving as technology becomes more accessible and affordable. For schools, colleges, and universities, investing in a VR, ICT, or LRC Suite requires practical, flexible, and uncluttered design to support both individual and collaborative learning.
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Technology led ICT Suite design
Successful ICT suite layouts focus on more than hardware placement. It’s about creating technology-rich environments that empower teaching, enhance digital learning, and adapt to future needs. With over 25 years of experience, Innova Design Group delivers bespoke ICT classroom design, durable ICT furniture, and complete refurbishment solutions across the North West, Midlands, and the UK.
Whether you require bespoke ICT room layouts, robust ICT furniture, or a full ICT suite refurbishment, we deliver future-proofed, budget-friendly spaces built around modern teaching and learning styles.
Why choose Innova for your ICT room project?
At Innova, we specialise in ICT suite design, manufacturing, and installation — creating high-performance, future-ready learning environments. Schools, colleges, academies, and MATs trust us for our comprehensive turnkey solutions, managing every phase of the ICT suite process from concept to completion.
- Design Consultation – Our education design experts collaborate with your team to align layouts with curriculum goals, space limitations, and digital learning needs.
- ICT Room Layout Planning – Every design enhances teaching, safety, accessibility, and digital learning outcomes. We create detailed 2D and 3D visuals to explore layout options that optimise room dimensions and user flow.
- Aftercare & Adaptability – Our ICT rooms are designed to evolve alongside new technologies and curriculum developments, ensuring long-term value.
- Installation & Fit-Out – Our experienced project managers schedule installations to minimise disruption, completing work efficiently during term time or school holidays as required.
- Custom In-house Furniture Manufacture – From sawtooth benching to Teacher/AV walls, all ICT furniture is manufactured at our Stockport facility for precision and durability. This approach ensures better cost control, faster lead times, and bespoke solutions tailored to your space
- Complete turnkey project delivery: From initial concept and detailed floorplans to custom furniture manufacture, data integration, installation, and ongoing aftercare, we can provide a fully managed, turnkey solution including electrics, data, air-conditioning, flooring, security and more for every ICT suite project
- Local roots, national reach: Based in Manchester, we deliver ICT suites across the North West and throughout the UK.
Whether you’re creating a new ICT suite or upgrading an existing space, we’ll help you maximise your investment and future-proof your learning environment.
ICT Suite layouts designed with safety, security & ergonomics in mind
Digital learning spaces should be practical, uncluttered, and adaptable to emerging technologies, offering flexibility for students of all ages and abilities. Thoughtful design not only maximises space efficiency but also supports effective classroom management and enhances learning opportunities.
We specialise in 21st-century ICT designs tailored to your needs and budget. Before planning your IT room, it’s essential to identify the equipment and key factors that will shape the space:
- Age and number of students using the space.
- Shape and size of the room, daylight and site lines
- Circulation space
- Teaching & learning styles
- Method of distributing electrics
- The choice of furniture
- Most suitable worksurfaces
Innova’s solutions are designed to meet the unique challenges of tech-based learning environments. We create ergonomic layouts that carefully consider screen distance, worksurface height, and keyboard positioning. Bespoke furniture is engineered to reduce heat build-up and glare, while acoustics and HVAC consultations ensure optimal comfort and equipment performance.
Ergonomic design:
- Optimal screen placement and viewing angles
- Ergonomic keyboard and chair positioning to reduce fatigue
- Adjustable layouts for left- and right-handed users
- Workstations designed for mixed-age and SEN students
Thermal & visual comfort:
- Effective airflow and cooling to manage heat generated in ICT rooms.
- Desk layouts minimise glare and reduce eye strain.
- Acoustic materials to control echo in open-plan environments.
Security:
- Bolt-down brackets for monitors.
- Lockable CPU housings and cable covers.
- Efficient cable management systems
- Separate network and hardware storage zones.
Innova’s four-step design and estimating process allows us to shape physical spaces quickly and efficiently, delivering ICT environments that are safe, practical, and future-ready.
Interactive and flexible ICT Suite layouts for digital learning
Innova’s designers create adaptable ICT and LRC environments that combine accessibility, low maintenance, and inclusive learning. Our flexible layouts – from sawtooth and perimeter benching to collaboration hubs and central floor pods – are tailored to teaching objectives, student age groups, and room dimensions, delivering functional, engaging spaces that promote interaction and effective learning.
Designing tech classrooms requires skilfully balancing available space, aligning the teaching approach to match the room layout and class size. This ensures an ideal learning environment where technology can be seamlessly integrated to enhance the educational experience.
Popular design options:
While we showcase our most popular ICT layouts, we understand every space is unique and can create custom combinations to meet your specific requirements.
- Perimeter Benching – Students face outward with screens visible to the teacher; space-efficient and ideal for secondary classrooms.
- Sawtooth Layouts – Angled benches ensure clear lines of sight, improving supervision and ergonomics.
- Island/Pod Layouts – Encourage group collaboration, ideal for project-based or cross-curricular learning.
- Horseshoe & U-Shape Layouts – Enhance interaction between students and teachers.
- Hybrid Layouts – Combine benching with breakout zones, charging hubs, or tablet stations.
ICT classroom furniture: Built to withstand daily demands
Innova provides ICT and VR suite furniture tailored to your space and budget, including sawtooth benching, curved desks, height-adjustable workstations, student pods, and ergonomic seating. Built for durability, comfort, and safe IT integration, our furniture supports productivity, reduces maintenance, and ensures proper back and neck support for every classroom.
Our 21st century manufacturing facility, operating under ISO 9001 accreditation, enables us to tailor products to suit your needs, guarantee quality, manage costs effectively, maintain flexibility and respond promptly to your lead times.
Student desks & benching:
- Manufactured from high-pressure laminate or Trespa with anti-glare finishes.
- Available in fixed or height-adjustable options.
- CPU holders, concealed cable trays, pop-up sockets or USB modules.
- Tamper-proof fixings and smooth edges for safety.
- Wipe-clean, anti-bacterial surfaces ideal for education settings.
ICT storage solutions:
Innova’s storage solutions – from tall cabinets and wall units to mobile base units – are designed to reduce clutter and distractions, creating a focused learning environment for students.
- Wall cabinets, under-bench units, and mobile storage trolleys.
- Laptop charging lockers with secure doors
- AV/media walls with integrated whiteboards or display mounts.
Ergonomic seating:
- Ergonomic chairs for posture support during extended use.
- Stackable options for flexible configurations.
- Wheeled bases or skid frames depending on layout type.
- Available in a range of colours and finishes
ICT suite refurbishment & installation
Innova is committed to delivering a high quality, installation service, designed to minimise disruption. Whether you require a furniture only install, or a full turnkey service, including management of building works, utilities, furniture and decoration, we provide a single point of contact and a hassle-free project.
From the initial consultation with our skilled Project Managers, to the manufacture phase, construction, sign-off, and certification, our dedicated team take care of every individual element of your project.
- Retain usable infrastructure and upgrade only what’s essential..
- Improve layout and add new furniture without full redesign.
- Integrate new tech: AV, wireless charging, hybrid devices.
- Complete works during holidays or phased around term time.
Success Story: Southlands High School
Location: Chorley, Lancashire
Brief: Outdated ICT classroom lacking space, security and modern design features.
Outcome:
- New sawtooth layout to enhance classroom management
- Bench-mounted power and concealed cabling for a safe and secure workspace.
- Integrated teacher wall storage that helps students focus
- Full turnkey install completed over Easter break.
“The transformation has been incredible – our students are more engaged and staff love the new teaching setup.”
– Katie Rennie, ICT Teacher, Southlands High School
ICT Suites frequently asked questions:
Planning and production usually require 3–6 weeks, while installation takes 1–2 weeks, depending on the size of the room and specific requirements.
Our designs incorporate features such as cable management systems, secure network configurations, ergonomic furniture, and adequate ventilation to create a safe and efficient learning environment.
We integrate advanced technologies, including high-speed internet, interactive whiteboards, and modern computer workstations, to promote a dynamic and engaging learning environment.
Our ICT suite furniture stands out because we design and manufacture it in-house. This allows us to maintain complete control over quality, materials, lead times, finishes, and long-term durability.
Absolutely – we offer a supply-only service with nationwide delivery.
Yes, we coordinate with your IT team or contractor to include this within our comprehensive turnkey service.
See our success stories
The Royal Alexandra & Albert School ICT Suite, Full Turnkey Solution, Surrey, RH2 0TG
Green Meadow Primary School New VR Suite, Full Turnkey Solution, Birmingham B29 4EE
Salford City College LRC's, Laboratories & Storage Walls, Furniture Only Installation, Greater Manchester, M6 7FR
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