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54						<h6>OVERVIEW</h6>
55						<h3>Serota has gained a reputation for fulfilling even the most challenging of library design briefs. With over 100 years' experience of manufacturing and fitting, the company is noted for creating fine furniture that is in keeping with its surroundings, from refurbishment projects in listed buildings through to the most contemporary of designs.</h3>
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167        <h1>ACADEMIA</h1>
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192                            <h1>Furniture for <strong>Academia</strong></h1>
193							<p class="dropcap">Over the last 30 years we have designed furniture for more than twenty schools, including five major public schools, eleven institutional libraries and eight universities.<br>
194							The common consideration with all academic environments is the need to furnish workspaces in a way that enhances their functionality whilst keeping the integrity of their architectural history. Every library is unique, with particular and often conflicting needs. From the planning stage through to installation Serota is happy to guide and liaise with architects, bursars and interior designers to create the best working solution.</p>
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384							<h3><span class="text-primary"><i class="fa fa-quote-left fa-2x"></i></span> <span class="text-black weight-400">It was essential for us to have a made-to-measure service. The furniture was beautifully made. Serota was also very helpful on suggesting layout and how to maximise shelf space.</span></h3>
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386								Barbara Collecott
387								<span>Head of Library and Archives, Royal Horticultural Society</span>
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394							<h3><span class="text-primary"><i class="fa fa-quote-left fa-2x"></i></span> <span class="text-black weight-400">The King's Fund doesn't have a library in the traditional sense. The beautifully crafted furniture from Serota helps people to feel comfortable and receptive to new ideas.</span></h3>
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404							<h3><span class="text-primary"><i class="fa fa-quote-left fa-2x"></i></span> <span class="text-black weight-400">Michael Serota was the only designer that really understood the use and requirements of corporate libraries and had a strong portfolio in the field. Some lawyers are so impressed that they even give clients a tour of the library.</span></h3>
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416								Gerhard Bissels
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