Peebles High School, Peeblesshire
Location: Peebles, Scotland
Sector: Education
Client: Scottish Borders Council
Main Contractor: BAM Construction
Credit Audrey G, Amelia R and Isla G, S2 Peebles High School
Peebles High School, a major new secondary education development, exemplifies the modern, flexible, and sustainable approach that Deanestor brings to bespoke fitted furniture for large-scale projects. As one of the UK’s leading educational furniture manufacturers, Deanestor was selected to provide furniture fit-out solutions for this £61m project commissioned by Scottish Borders Council. This school furniture fit-out was part of a broader initiative to enhance future-ready education facilities across Scotland. Located within the existing grounds, the new two-storey campus was designed to integrate seamlessly with the surrounding townscape, maintaining the operation of the school throughout construction.
Credit Lucy W, S5 Peebles High School
Comprehensive Bespoke School Furniture Fit-Out
Deanestor provided a full-service solution for Peebles High School, including the manufacture, supply, and installation of over 165 rooms of bespoke school furniture tailored for both general and specialist teaching spaces. From reception areas to art and CDT rooms, our furniture was designed to be both functional and durable, meeting the demanding requirements of modern educational environments.
Credit Xanthe A, S6 Peebles High School
Furniture provided by Deanestor included:
- Base and tall storage cabinets for reception and administrative areas
- Bespoke cabinetry with Trespa and Corian worktops for durability
- Integrated drawer units and fixed base cabinets for specialist teaching environments
- Display cabinets and storage solutions for creative and technical departments like CDT and art rooms
- Custom Features for Educational Environments
Each item was meticulously crafted to ensure a consistent aesthetic, aligned with the school’s architectural vision. Special attention was given to the durability of the materials used, ensuring that they would withstand the wear and tear of daily school life.
Specialist and Loose Furniture Solutions for Schools
In addition to our bespoke fitted furniture, Deanestor also supplied a wide range of loose furniture and specialist equipment for the teaching and communal areas.
This included:
- Pinboards and modular whiteboards for teaching environments
- Music-specific equipment, including whiteboards with music staves and instrument storage
- Kitchen appliances and fittings for staff and support areas
- Supporting Collaborative Learning
By offering both fitted and loose furniture solutions, we created a cohesive, practical, and high-quality learning environment throughout the entire school. These pieces were designed to support flexible, collaborative teaching and learning.
Client Testimonial
Jim Muir, Project Manager – Scotland, BAM Construction Ltd:
“Deanestor’s furniture solutions for contractors have made a significant contribution to creating a modern, functional, and inspiring learning environment for students and staff. Their high-quality work played a key role in bringing the new school to life.”
Credit Kevin Ryalls
Modular Design for Flexibility
The modular approach to furniture design allowed the school to adapt rooms and spaces as needed, ensuring that the furniture could support a variety of educational activities.
Design Integration and Phased Installation
Peebles High School presented a unique challenge, as the existing school remained operational during the construction phase. Our team worked closely with BAM Construction and other key project stakeholders to ensure that our bespoke school furniture was installed in phases, without disruption to the ongoing school activities.
Installation Process
Our team coordinated a phased installation approach, ensuring that the existing school’s operations were not impacted. Careful planning allowed us to seamlessly integrate our bespoke furniture solutions with the ongoing construction work.
Collaboration with Architects and Contractors
The integration of furniture with the architectural design required close collaboration with architects and contractors to ensure all pieces were in alignment with the building’s layout and vision.
Supporting Modern Learning Environments
Deanestor’s bespoke furniture for schools was crafted to support flexible, collaborative learning spaces, reflecting the growing trend in the education sector towards modern, adaptable environments. Each piece was designed to withstand the rigours of school life while contributing to a dynamic, collegiate atmosphere that encourages both learning and creativity.
Sustainable and Durable Furniture
Each item was made with sustainability in mind, using durable materials that meet the long-term needs of the education sector. This was crucial in creating a sustainable learning environment that would serve students and staff for years to come.
Adaptable Furniture for Changing Needs
The flexible nature of our furniture solutions allows for easy reconfiguration, making the school adaptable to various teaching styles and classroom requirements.
Trusted Education Furniture Partner in the UK
Deanestor has been a trusted partner in delivering bespoke, high-quality furniture for large-scale education projects across the UK. Our commitment to quality, sustainability, and flexibility makes us a leading manufacturer of educational furniture, helping to shape the future of learning environments.
