# Studious Design Brands aim to elevate the student experience through design. By [Mishal Omar](https://www.trendhunter.com/MishalO) | Published Feb 8, 2018 | Category: [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/modern-art-and-design-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/studious-design ## Key Figures - Trend score: 5.0/10 - Evidence articles: 4 ## What is the Studious Design trend? **Studious Design:** Institutions and design agencies are increasingly emphasizing the importance of design in enhancing the student experience–whether that is program-based, or environment-based. The magnified focus on design as a tool to reward and empower students reveals the increased focus on education as an ongoing process, rather than a means to an end. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 4 featured examples - Articles from: Feb 1 to Feb 8, 2018 - Published: Feb 8, 2018 - Patterns: [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/experience), [Catalyzation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/catalyzation), [Personalization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/personalization) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Studious Design trend ### Design-centric Education Design agencies are emphasizing design as a tool to reward and empower students, resulting in a major shift towards education as an ongoing process rather than a means to an end. ### Continued Education for Professionals Partnerships between co-working companies and educational technology companies are making continued education an accessible reality for most professionals. ### Modernization of School Structures Architects are working to modernize school structures, creating modern and airy buildings designed to maximize the creative and informative potential for students and teachers alike. ## What the Studious Design trend means for industry ### For Design Agencies Design agencies have the opportunity to incorporate design as a tool to reward and empower students in educational institutions. ### For Educational Technology Companies Educational technology companies can work towards creating partnerships that make continued education an accessible reality for most. ### For Architecture Firms Architecture firms have the ability to modernize school structures, creating modern and airy buildings designed to maximize the potential for students and teachers alike. ## Workshop question How can your brand add value in the form of education and design for its customers, or employees? ## Trend signals for Studious Design Trend score 5.0 out of 10, from popularity 64%, activity 77%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 64% - Activity: 77% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Studious Design trend 4 featured examples from Feb 1 to Feb 8, 2018. - [Student-Empowering Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-furniture-designs1): Students and Brands Worked on These Modern Furniture Designs (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The furniture industry can explore partnerships with students and emerging designers to create fresh and innovative products. - [Elegantly Intelligent Schools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/augustinianum): The Augustinianum is a School for Gifted Students in Eindhoven (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Opportunity for architects and designers to create innovative and modern learning spaces that meet the evolving needs of educational institutions. - [Educational Co-Working Opportunities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wework-and-2u): WeWork and 2U Have Partnered to Encourage Continued Education (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Co-working space providers can explore partnerships with educational companies to offer learning opportunities within their spaces, attracting professionals looking for a holistic… - [Re-Imagined University Campuses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-minimalist-buildings): Sasaki Created Two New Minimalist Buildings for Monterrey Tec (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Opportunity for architects to redefine traditional building designs and focus on minimalism and sustainability. ## Recent trend clusters - [Oven Aesthetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/decorative-casserole-dishes) (Art & Design) - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Art & Design - [Park-Model Tiny Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/park-model-tiny-homes) - [Handmade Craft Tradeshow Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ny-now-handmade-division) - [Recycled Neon Light Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/encore-encore) - [Electrically Powered Airline Seats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-economy-seat) All articles: [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign)