Transforming Learning Environments for Today's Educators 

We help schools, colleges, and universities design learning spaces that support collaboration, creativity, problem‑solving, and student success. Our education solutions focus on active learning environments that empower instructors and students, promoting engagement in the modern classroom. 

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 Why Choose Our Education Solutions

 We create learning spaces that spark engagement, collaboration, and innovation. From flexible classrooms to cutting-edge labs, our research-backed solutions empower educators and students to achieve their best — every space is designed to inspire success. 
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 Active Learning Expertise

 Spaces that do more than hold people, they enable learning. Our designs and furniture support collaboration, creativity, and 21st‑century skills.
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End-to-End Support

From planning to installation and beyond, we provide full support, including space planning, reconfiguration, and ongoing care.
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Research‑Led Design

Flexible, evidence-backed solutions informed by research, case studies, and best practices to boost engagement and learning outcomes.
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Our Commitment

 We partner with educators and leaders to create innovative spaces that support teaching, learning, and community growth. 

 Featured Solutions for Education

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Flexible furniture and spatial layouts that easily transition between lecture, discussion, and group work — empowering instructors to teach and students to interact seamlessly.

Key Benefits:

  • Flexible Seating & Tables: Easily reconfigure desks, chairs, and tables to support lectures, small-group work, or collaborative projects.
  • Enhanced Engagement: Encourage participation through interactive layouts that promote eye contact, mobility, and shared learning.
  • Adaptable Spaces: Support hybrid learning, flipped classrooms, and student-centered instruction with versatile furniture solutions.
  • Ergonomic Comfort: Designed for all-day use, ensuring students stay focused and comfortable.

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Tools and surfaces that support digital instruction, note collaboration, and dynamic presentations, helping technology become part of natural workflows.

Key Benefits:

  • Integrated Workstations: Collaborative tables and podiums designed for laptops, tablets, and interactive displays.
  • Seamless AV Solutions: Easy-to-use audio/visual systems for live demonstrations, video conferencing, and multimedia presentations.
  • Digital Collaboration: Supports annotation, group brainstorming, and content sharing in real time.
  • Future-Ready Infrastructure: Designed to accommodate evolving tech needs and minimize classroom clutter.

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Solutions include STEM labs, MakerSpaces, libraries, media centers, and common learning areas — designed to support diversified learning modes across the campus.

Key Benefits:

  • STEM & MakerSpaces: Durable, flexible furniture and surfaces for hands-on experiments, robotics, and creative problem-solving.
  • Libraries & Media Centers: Ergonomic seating, study pods, and collaborative zones that encourage research, reading, and group work.
  • Common Learning Areas: Lounge areas, huddle spaces, and multipurpose rooms that foster informal learning and social interaction.
  • Custom Solutions: Tailored to your campus needs, supporting both traditional and innovative learning approaches.
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Featured Project

University of Nebraska at Omaha: Cyber Matrix

The Cyber Matrix at UNO's Peter Kiewit Institute is a cutting-edge space for hands-on cybersecurity education. Featuring flexible classrooms and workrooms where students collaborate with local businesses, it's part of one of only 20 programs nationwide recognized by the NSA as a Center for Academic Excellence in Cyber Operations.

Thoughtfully designed to support collaboration, innovation, and active learning, the Cyber Matrix empowers students to apply their skills in practical ways while making an impact in the community. Explore the full project to see how this forward-thinking space comes to life.

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Our Work

See how institutions like elementary schools, high schools, universities, and learning centers have transformed their spaces with our solutions — improving engagement, flexibility, and instructional effectiveness. 

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Wayne State College - Stearns Residence Hall

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Hillside Elementary

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Mount Michael High School
Mount Michael High School

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What Our Clients Say

Hear from the schools and institutions we’ve partnered with about how our solutions transform learning environments for students and faculty.
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The team at Sheppard’s Business Interiors truly makes you part of their team. From the initial thought starting process of what your desired goal is, to delivery and install, everything is first class. The only limits you have are those you put on yourself. The Sheppard’s team will help you achieve your goals not by selling you furniture, but by helping you along your journey to a transformational educational experience.
Jeremy J. Moore
President - Skutt Catholic
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The furniture selection process was easy to navigate with the SBI team who let us test out furniture in the showroom and made recommendations based on our vision and budget. The furniture complimented the graphics and has created a welcoming aesthetic for the space. It was great to have the SBI team come back through after the facility opened to consult on some additional furniture pieces to help fill out our space.
Kristina Cammarano
Assistant Vice Chancellor Student Success - UNO Maverick Landing
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We have found SBI to be an ideal partner as we strive to offer a high quality education for our students. With the rapid pace of change in the world of education, we have learned the value of creating flexible and active learning environments. SBI is more than a furniture company, they have taken an active interest in the success of our school and are a valued partner. Our partnership continues to grow and evolve, as they have worked directly with our teaching staff and administrators to share their research in the field of active and flexible learning environments.
Rob Meyers
Principal - Skutt Catholic
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