Asbestos abatement and the demolition of walls can often take months, especially during the school year when work is restricted to evening and weekend hours. The furnishings need to accommodate the design, the computers they will hold, and the learning environment. The size and shape of the computers and their lockdowns often determine the table design. Desks have to allow for both books and computers at the same time. Chairs have to be adjustable to allow for ergonomics, are easy to clean, withstand the constant daily use, and its colors match the general room colors scheme.
Desks also have to hide or secure numerous cables.
Lab Management has found that vendors may accommodate the requirements for chairs but not for tables. The campus carpentry shop was hired to custom build desks specifically for the computer classroom. In some cases where room geometry was odd, furniture was made to fit the contour of the room. The solution was both effective and less expensive than a vendor solution. Adjustments are also needed to accommodate electrical and networking.