Interesting new research published by architecture practice Hawkins\Brown on how the design of university buildings shapes wider engagement of a diverse student body

https://www.hawkinsbrown.com/conversations/does-design-play-a-role-in-encouraging-wider-engagement-and-better-attainment-at-university/

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Does design play a role in encouraging wider engagement and better attainment at university? | Hawkins\Brown

We explored this and more in our latest Canteen Conversation

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Some snippets from the Hawkins\Brown research on university building design:

🗨️ informal spaces to socialise are important
🏛️ quality of space is most relevant to minority groups
👩‍🎓 minority groups are disproportionately affected by (too) open-plan design