Education
Lounge sofas, large tables and stand up tables are no longer strangers in school restaurants. Hospitality in education has come on by leaps and bounds. Colleges and universities with grand cafés, brasseries and lounge restaurants. For many students a reason to choose one educational establishment over another.
Traditional education, where thirty children look at the teacher standing in front of the classroom, is coming to and end. Technology is popular, intense learning and soft skills take a central position. The optimal learning environment of these days enables critical thinking and collaboration.
Learning also requires good food. In Finland and Sweden schools have been serving free and healthy meals for over sixty years now. We haven't reached that point yet, but also in the Netherlands, healthy food, including 'good food', is increasing.
The school mergers of the 80's and 90's are looking into small scale opportunities within their big buildings. Examples are many small spaces or sitting areas where groups of students can collaborate. This doesn't only provide a cozy feeling, but also enhances the social aspects and learning performance.
