Top Five Outdoor Study Spots on Campus and How to Furnish Them

Outdoor study spots make the campus experience memorable. Vitamin D, the hum of campus life and a couple of coffee spots to choose from – it’s a vibe. Students flock to sunny lawns and shaded courtyards whenever the sun’s out, so make sure your outdoor spaces are ready.

Here are five prime alfresco study zones, and how to make them work.

1. Central Courtyard

You know the one – every campus has a courtyard where everyone passes through, chats, eats, and occasionally pretends to revise. This is an important social hub, so make some study-friendly zones. Café-style seating for group discussions, a few quiet nooks for solo crammers, and plenty of power outlets.

Add string lighting and pops of potted greenery to soften the concrete. Park Settings with Backrests are durable, contemporary and comfortable enough to champion this space for some seated timeout or a marathon group assignment session.

2. The Lawn

Open lawns are underrated study powerhouses. With the right layout, they transform from just green space to an open-air study space. Nest some Compact Park Settings under the trees or install retractable umbrellas for portable shade.

A mix of tables and bench seating allows different kinds of studying opportunities, from group brainstorming to more focused solo sessions. Make sure your furniture is positioned with good Wi-Fi boosters, because no one needs buffering when they’re trying to learn. The addition of solar bollard lights will keep things safe and ambient.

3. The Covered Walkway

Those sheltered spaces outside the library or admin building are prime real estate. There’s already coverage and airflow, so they make for perfect semi-outdoor study zones.

With narrow counters for laptops, the Access Wheelchair Settings are a great fit for these spaces. Add vertical gardens along the railing for a bit of green calm and use soft, indirect lighting so students can use the space into the evening. Done well, this is an easy, usable spot with fresh air, no glare, and a front-row seat to campus life.

4. The Rooftop Terrace

If your campus has a flat roof, you’ve got a hidden gem. A rooftop study space creates an exclusive, energising feel, which is ideal for creative work or small project sessions.

Opt for a Classic Timber Picnic Setting with an umbrella for weather and ambience. Alternatively, pair Wheelchair Ribbon Outdoor Settings with a 6×3 Aluminium Skillion Shelter for a sleek, hardy study space. Add some succulents for a contemporary sky garden look.

5. The Garden Retreat

Every campus needs a calm corner where deadlines and tight term schedules feel distant. Nestle Ribbon Bench Seats with Backrest under shady trees or near a pond to make a mini study sanctuary. Solar lanterns keep the mood tranquil after dark.

These spots allow mindful brain breaks so students can recharge before attempting big essays or exams. Make timeout part of the timetable.

Campus enhancement

From buzzing courtyards to peaceful garden nooks, campuses are full of outdoor potential. A thoughtful mix of seating, shade, and ambience can turn underused spaces into thriving study zones.

Let’s collaborate and take a fresh look at your grounds to design spaces where students want to study and socialise.