Envirolearn® optimises learning through the design of physical structures. Although the research behind it took over a 10 years, much of the theoretical framework is described in chapter 6 of "Understanding Learning"

Envirolearn draws upon the expertise of architects, interior designers, furniture manufacturers and marketing consultants with whom it has had long standing and successful working relationships.

Ownership and Belonging in Open Plan Learning Places
 Large open plan learning centres are unpopular with many individuals who resent a loss of privacy. Envirolearn explores the underlying cultural issues and identifies practical solutions. Privacy is divided into two types: the physical and the psychological. These can be described as learning space (physical) and headspace (psychological). Recognising the physical constraints of the learning centre in terms of space standards and layout, Envirolearn seeks to increase levels of psychological privacy (headspace) for learners within open environments and encourage a greater sense of ownership and belonging.

Enhancing Social Dynamics in Learning Places
New architectural strategies are afoot that will enhance social dynamics in our schools, colleges and learning centres. The 20th century learning place was an impersonal architectural container for teaching and learning which stifled social dynamics and did not facilitate any great sense of ownership or belonging amongst learners, staff or managers. But in a climate of change, new learning place models are urgently required. By working closely with learners, teachers and managers in a range of organisations, and by exploring the process by which behaviour and environment are intertwined, Envirolearn proposes new design elements for the physical landscape of learning.