CONGRATULATIONS!
WINNERS & PARTICIPANTS OF THE 2026 EDSPACES – LEARNING BY DESIGN PRODUCT INNOVATION AWARDS
The 2026 awards program showcases sophisticated products that today’s educators are asking for. Creative and purpose driven fixtures, furniture, and equipment designed to enhance well-being and achievement for learners across the PK-12 to higher education continuum.
A panel of four education practice-based judges reviewed and evaluated thirty entries submitted on criteria including aesthetics, innovation, impact, and much more. Selected Product Innovation Award high-scoring finalists then live-pitched their products onsite at the 2026 EDspaces Conference in Kansas City, MO.
Top award winners were announced October 28, 2026.
Best in Show Award
myWall
A tool-free, U.S.-made vertical storage system engineered for durability and strength that lets educators reconfigure
their classroom layouts in seconds, no hardware, no facility requests.
AdaptivDC LLC
EDspaces Booth #2709
mywallpro.com
2nd Place Award Winner
Coradle Sensory Table
Versatile children’s sensory activity table featuring comfortable upholstered kneeling pad & padded edge (optional),
two heights and optional tray for creative exploration using water, kinetic sand materials.
MooreCo Inc.
EDspaces Booth #2427
moorecoinc.c
3rd Place Award Winner
bubl pod
An intelligent, soundproof study pod engineered for schools and campuses: commercial-grade construction, integrated technology,
and science-backed lighting and audio that support focus and neurodiversity.
bubl
EDspaces Booth #938
bubl.space
Finalists
Outlast Haven
The Outlast Haven provides a calming retreat where children can reduce sensory input, regain emotional balance, and return to play and learning feeling centered, confident, and ready to engage. Its design carefully balances a child’s need for privacy with a teacher’s need to maintain safe supervision.
Community Playthings
EDspaces Booth #1545
communityplaythings.com
MyBASE®
MyBASE® reimagines the teacher desk as a mobile, flexible teaching hub, helping educators move freely, engage students and create more active learning environments.
Gratnells
EDspaces Booth #2237
gratnellsusa.com
Scribble
Scribble, The HON Company’s newest polyshell seating solution, features a looping tactile beneath the seat to provide students with a quiet, subtle way to fidget and ground themselves without disrupting those around them.
The HON Company
EDspaces Booth #1503
hon.com
Sensory Hideaway
Hardwood sensory hideaway for toddlers–1st grade. Supports safety and security with 6 built-in sensory disks, 2 shatterproof mirrors, 6 circular windows and 5 acrylic roof panels.
Lakeshore Learning Materials
EDspaces
Booths #805 and #905
lakeshorelearning.com/furniture
Ocular Frame
Ocular Frame is a future-ready AV infrastructure solution that integrates technology, conceals complexity, and adapts to evolving learning environments without redesign or replacement.
Steelcase Learning EDspaces
Booth #1927
Featured Products
FlipWrite
The FlipWrite Graphic Markerboard includes a 2-sided graphic insert that slides easily behind a clear, 1/4″ tempered glass writing surface. The insert can be flipped for dual purpose in optional language, schedule, or projects. Ideal for patient rooms, scheduling, tracking, project management, and more.
- Calyx by Claridge
- Booth #719
- calyxbyclaridge.com
Almeya Collection
Almeya brings organic comfort to educational spaces, offering a range of seating, table and work-lounge options that support focused study, collaboration and connection across diverse campus communities.
- Arcadia
- Booth #911
- arcadiacontract.com
LCS Porcelain Coloring Wall
LCS Porcelain Coloring Wall is a visual display as well as an experience that invites everyone to engage, create, and explore color in unique ways.
- Calyx by Claridge
- Booth #719
- calyxbyclaridge.com
Traverse Outdoor/Indoor Mobile Markerboard
The Traverse Mobile Whiteboard is built to move seamlessly from indoor spaces to outdoor settings, giving you the freedom to collaborate anywhere. Designed with durability, versatility, and style in mind, Traverse ensures your team stays productive no matter the environment.
- Calyx by Claridge
- Booth #719
- calyxbyclaridge.com
CloudCubby
CloudCubby™ delivers safe, durable indoor and outdoor storage for Pre-K and Early Years settings, combining antimicrobial protection, easy cleaning, and long-lasting performance with child-friendly design.
- Gratnells
- Booth #2237
- gratnellsusa.com
Sandbox™
Designed for education spaces, Interface’s Sandbox™ carpet tile collection celebrates the joy of color and movement. Featuring four coordinating styles, Sandbox balances creativity, durability, and sustainability.
- Interface
- Booth #1117
- interface.com
Origin
Origin is a suspension chair that revolutionizes fixed, audience seating through new technology and materials while reimagining exceptional comfort, proven durability, and the modern aesthetic.
- Irwin Seating
- Booth #1005
- irwinseating.com
Modern Edge Café Stool
Steel-frame stacking stools for standing-height tables. Ergonomic, wipe-clean polypropylene seat, 3-sided footrest, non-marking self-leveling glides, 400-lb. capacity, stacks 4 high. BIFMA-compliant & lifetime warranty.- Lakeshore Learning Materials
- Booths #805 and #905
- lakeshorelearning.com/furniture
Modern Edge Mobile Butcher-Block Worktable
Mobile worktable for CTE, STEM and maker spaces. Hard maple, UV-coated top, scratch- and stain-resistant, full-steel frame, locking casters, footrest, 2,000-lb. capacity, adjusts 29″–42″.- Lakeshore Learning Materials
- Booths #805 and #905
- lakeshorelearning.com/furniture
Encore Wall System™
Encore transforms walls into adaptable storage with tool-free reconfiguration, four bay sizes, six shelf depths, two lengths and enclosed cabinet options. Your Wall. Your Way.
- Marco
- Booth #1711
- madebymarco.net
Cluster Booth Systems
A patented booth system that supports multiple seating styles within the same compact footprint, adapting effortlessly to cafeterias, commons, libraries, and collaborative learning environments.
- National Public Seating
- Booth #1837
- nationalpublicseating.com
Nook Sensory 76
Agile mini sensory room rolls through standard doorways. Interactive and passive sensory technology creates a neuroinclusive retreat for one or two students wherever needed.
- Nook USA
- Booth #2411
- nookpodusa.com
Nook Solo 76
Compact, one-person acoustic drop-in space, only 30” deep, rolls through standard doorways. Open concept for supervised testing accommodations, online learning, and neuroinclusive support.
- Nook USA
- Booth #2411
- nookpodusa.com
Coated Outdoor Arena Series
The ultimate in outdoor adaptable seating – the Arena Series. Skinned and coated, all-foam tiered seating compartments that provide just enough structure and just enough mobility. Each can be rearranged in seconds, transforming all outdoor spaces into the perfect gathering spot.
- NorvaNivel
- Booth #2301
- norvanivel.com
Reunion Table
This unique solution combines the modern aesthetic of a contemporary gathering space with the practical “fold and roll” functionality needed in busy environments. Its innovative flip-top design includes integrated bench storage which is essential for all organization personnel.
- NorvaNivel
- Booth #2301
- norvanivel.com
Comfort Plus Mobile Cafeteria Table
Comfort Plus brings genuine comfort to mobile cafeteria tables with a patent pending upholstered seat, exclusive to Palmer Hamilton, built for durability and easy cleaning.
- Palmer Hamilton
- Booths #1202 and #2601
- palmerhamilton.com
EcoWorx M
EcoWorx M™ is a carpet tile backing designed to aid in moisture mitigation and ease of installation, while enhancing both in-room and floor-to-floor acoustics.
- Patcraft
- Booth #817
- patcraft.com
Steelcase Series M
Series M is a versatile seating family that supports learning, collaboration, and administrative spaces with cohesive design, replaceable components, and durable performance.
- Steelcase
- Booth #1927
- steelcase.com
The Newton Collection
The Newton Collection is a modular furniture system designed by Joey Ruiter in collaboration with SurfaceWorks. Newton was created for today’s dynamic learning and training environments, where flexibility, mobility, and intuitive interaction are essential.
- SurfaceWorks
- Booth #2543
- surfaceworks.us
SpaceOrbiter
SpaceOrbiter brings instructional resources closer to where learning happens. Its lower 27.6-inch height maintains clear sight lines across the learning space while keeping materials accessible.
- VS America
- Booth #2213
- vsamerica.com
outdoorED™ Learning Pavilion
A sheltered, freestanding outdoor activity center for small group learning, hands-on projects and imaginative play that will keep young learners engaged for hours.
- Whitney Brothers®
- Booth #1513
- whitneybros.com
PURLINE Bio-Based Resilient Flooring
PURLINE expands design possibilities for education with refined wood and non-wood visuals, versatile formats, and proven bio-based polyurethane performance for demanding learning environments.
- Windmoeller Inc.
- Booth #2912
- purline.com