A Collaborative Design Session

This week, the architect, interior design team, and Beit Blumi’s leadership and educators gathered for an in-depth design session to select the finishes, flooring, cabinetry, and color palette for the new early childhood classrooms. Samples covered the table — wood grains, paint swatches, floor textures, natural fibers, and child-height cabinetry options — turning the room into a miniature materials lab.
Educators shared insights about how children interact with their environment, helping guide decisions that will make the classrooms both functional and beautiful.

Inspired by Reggio-Emilia

Staying true to Beit Blumi’s Reggio-Emilia approach, the team prioritized materials that feel warm, natural, and authentic.
Soft, neutral tones were chosen to help center children and allow their artwork and discoveries to take visual precedence. Durable, easy-to-clean flooring options were compared side by side, with a focus on comfort for little feet and safety during sensory play.
Cabinetry and built-ins were designed to be accessible and inviting, encouraging independence and exploration — core values of Beit Blumi’s learning model.

Creating Spaces That Support Growth

The conversation went beyond aesthetics: the team discussed lighting, acoustics, and how each room could support different types of learning — from quiet reading corners to hands-on, messy play. The goal is to create classrooms that nurture curiosity, confidence, and connection, while also serving the practical needs of teachers and the growing student body.

What Happens Next

Final selections will be revealed next month, accompanied by updated interior renderings and sample boards. In the coming weeks, the design team will begin coordinating with contractors to ensure materials are ordered on schedule for construction.
As the vision becomes more tangible, excitement continues to build — these classrooms will soon welcome the next generation of Beit Blumi students, each step bringing the dream of an expanded campus closer to reality.

“The environment is our children’s first teacher. Every texture, color, and surface sends a message — we wanted those messages to be warmth, calm, and endless possibility.”
— Morah Leah, Beit Blumi Educator

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