How Lokhandwala Foundation School Upgraded 48 Classrooms with Whiteboard Wall Solutions

At a Glance

About Lokhandwala Foundation School

Located in Kandivali East, Mumbai, Lokhandwala Foundation School is an established coeducational school with approximately 2,100 students. The school is recognized for combining modern educational methods with technology-driven learning environments to encourage collaboration, creativity, and hands-on learning experiences.

As part of its focus on modernising learning spaces, the school worked with Lokhandwala Construction and Smarter Surfaces to introduce a wall solution that could support both writing and projection.

Although based in Mumbai, the school worked with Smarter Surfaces through our international team, which supports education projects worldwide.

Classroom Challenges

Before the project, Lokhandwala Foundation School used traditional blackboards across its classrooms. While these provided a familiar surface for writing, they did not allow teachers to project digital content directly onto the teaching surface.

The school therefore needed an alternative that would make better use of classroom walls and allow teachers to switch easily between writing and projected content. The goal was to replace the blackboards with a durable and innovative surface which would provide them with different uses without adding separate boards or screens.

Defining the Vision

Working alongside Lokhandwala Construction, the school approached Smarter Surfaces to identify a classroom wall solution that would:

Replace blackboards across 48 classrooms
Combine writable and projection capabilities on one surface, around 2,785 ft² area
Improve teacher flexibility during lessons
Make better use of existing classroom walls
Deliver a durable solution suitable for everyday classroom use

Before committing to the larger installation, the school placed a sample order to evaluate different solutions and determine the best fit for its classrooms.

The Smarter Surfaces Solution

Following product trials and technical consultations, Smarter Surfaces recommended Projector Whiteboard Wallpaper as the ideal solution for Lokhandwala Foundation School's classrooms.

The wallpaper provides a writable surface that can also be used for projection. Its low-sheen finish supports clear, glare-free projection while providing a durable surface for everyday writing.

By replacing traditional blackboards with one multifunctional wall surface, the school could combine writing and projection without needing a separate whiteboard and projector screen in the same teaching area.

Implementation Process

The project began with a sample order and a series of online consultations involving Lokhandwala Construction, the school, and Smarter Surfaces' education advisors.

The consultations focused on product suitability, installation requirements, and classroom use. Smarter Surfaces also guided installation and long-term maintenance to support the project.

The rollout across the initial 48 classrooms was completed over approximately three to four months, with technical guidance provided throughout the installation process.

The Transformation

The project replaced traditional blackboards with a wall surface that could be used for both writing and projection.

One Surface for Writing and Projection

Teachers can now seamlessly switch between writing notes and projecting digital content on the same surface, creating more engaging lessons.

Glare-Free Projection

Teachers can use the same wall for written content and projected digital material, making it easier to combine traditional and digital teaching methods within the classroom.

Low-Sheen Projection Surface

The low-sheen finish supports clear, glare-free projection while remaining suitable for writing. This allows the surface to be used for presentations, videos, and written classroom content.

More Flexible Classroom Walls

Replacing standalone blackboards with a wall-mounted solution makes better use of existing wall space while providing a larger, integrated teaching surface.

Suitable for Everyday Classroom Use

The surface is designed for regular writing and erasing, with a stain-resistant finish that helps maintain a clean appearance over time.

Expanding the Success

The successful classroom upgrades strengthened Lokhandwala Construction's confidence in Smarter Surfaces solutions, leading to a larger follow-up order.

Building on the positive results, the school later expanded the project by upgrading all 48 classrooms in phases over three to four months, further extending its interactive learning environments.

Why This Project Matters for Schools

The Lokhandwala Foundation School project demonstrates how schools can update traditional classroom spaces with multifunctional wall solutions.
For schools planning classroom renovations or new education projects, a writable and projection-ready wall can provide:

48 classrooms included in the initial rollout
Approximately 2,100 students at the school
3-4 months for the initial classroom rollout
One multifunctional surface for writing and projection
Additional classrooms added following the initial project

The project also demonstrated how existing classroom walls can be adapted to support both traditional writing and digital teaching without relying on separate teaching boards and projection screens.

A writable teaching surface
A projection-ready surface
Better use of existing wall space
Fewer standalone boards in the classroom
Support for both traditional and digital teaching methods
A practical solution for modern learning environments

Ready to Transform Your Classrooms?

Turn traditional classrooms into interactive learning spaces with writable and projection wall solutions designed for education. Whether you're renovating existing classrooms or planning a new school project, our team can help you choose the right solution for your needs. We offer dedicated education programs for all kinds of educators, from schools to universities across the world. International projects are handled through our international team.

Get in touch with our team today to find the right interactive wall solution for your school.