# Educatecture Learning facilities promote creativity by getting innovative with architecture. By [Shelby Lee Walsh](https://www.trendhunter.com/shelby), President | Published Dec 14, 2009, updated Dec 31, 2009 | Category: [Social Good](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/social-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/educatecture-learning-facilities-promote-creativity-by-getting-innovative-w ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.6/10 - Evidence articles: 7 ## What is the Educatecture trend? **Educatecture:** With people leaning towards fulfilling personal rather than professional achievements, a value has been placed on the happiness and wellness of individuals. Schools and learning facilities are promoting creativity by getting innovative with the surrounding environment rather than just the curriculum. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 7 featured examples - Articles from: Jul 17 to Nov 20, 2009 - Published: Dec 14, 2009 - Patterns: [Cyclicality](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/cyclicality), [Redirection](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/redirection) - Megatrends: [Multisensation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/multisensation), [Hybridization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/hybridization), [Experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/experience) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha, Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Educatecture trend ### Innovative Learning Environments Learning facilities are transforming the standard classroom into fun, diverse and engaging spaces to promote creativity with architecture. ### Technology-Based Learning Educational institutions are integrating technology to deliver content and enhance the learning experience. ### Eco-Friendly School Design Schools are being designed with environmental sustainability in mind, from recycled materials to solar power. ## What the Educatecture trend means for industry ### For Education The education sector should be looking into innovative learning environments and technology-based learning to provide better quality education for the students. ### For Architecture and Design Architects and designers can focus on eco-friendly school design to promote sustainability in their designs. ### For Technology With more educational institutions incorporating technology in their lesson plans, the technology sector should cater to the unique needs of this industry. ## Trend signals for Educatecture Trend score 3.6 out of 10, from popularity 45%, activity 55%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 45% - Activity: 55% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Educatecture trend 7 featured examples from Jul 17 to Nov 20, 2009. - [Grasscape Schoolhouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jean-moulin-high-school): OFF Architecture's Eco-Friendly Jean Moulin Hides in the Hills (Category: Eco) Implication: The architecture industry can explore the use of eco-friendly materials and camouflage-inspired design elements to create innovative and sustainable structures. - [Tree Pod Classrooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/treehouse-school): The Elleray Preparatory School Treehouse School Stands on Stilts (Category: Eco) Implication: The Treehouse School's approach to education provides a platform for innovative learning experiences and could inspire the development of new technologies and educational services… - [Shuttertastic Schools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/langley-academy): The Langley Academy is a Sustainable Educational Facility (Category: Eco) Implication: The education industry can embrace sustainable architecture to promote environmentally-friendly values and to create unique, hands-on STEM learning opportunities for students. - [Playhouse-Styled Schools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/planet-3-studios-architecture): Block X is an Unusual Learning Institution (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Designing and constructing unique and unconventional school buildings. - [Futuristic Education Facilities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-high-school): Kristin Jarmund Architects Create a Modern High School (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Opportunity for architects and designers to create innovative and visually appealing school buildings that prioritize functionality and student well-being. - [Designer Playschools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/matali-crasset-maison-des-petits): The Matali Crasset Maison Des Petits Inspires Young Artists (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Developing high-end residential complexes that cater to families with children by including luxury playschool facilities. - [Book-Free Libraries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/book-free-libraries): New England Prep School Ushers in Literary Electronic Era (Category: Tech) Implication: The rise of digital libraries creates opportunities for e-book publishers to deliver content in innovative ways and reach wider audiences. ## Recent trend clusters - 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