# Breathing Institutions Bertschi School Science Wing Could Be Washington's First Living Building By Jordan M | Published 2011-02-11 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bertschi-school-science-wing References: [bertschi.org](http://www.bertschi.org/campus/science.html) The Bertschi School Science Wing is a monumental addition to the remarkably eco-friendly school that puts the building on the path towards obtaining [Living Building](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-living-bridge) 2.0 status. At 1,425 square feet, the Bertschi School Science Wing is a stunning example of how every aspect of a structure's design can lend itself to rigorous sustainability. The design by Restorative Design Collective makes use of everything from [rainwater recycling](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kinder-rain) to natural ventilation. Over the next year, the school will keep tabs on the building's eco performance in order to see if it meets the stringent Living Building 2.0 requirements. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 57% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Eco-friendly School Buildings:** There is a growing trend towards designing and building schools that prioritize sustainability and eco-friendliness, creating opportunities for companies specializing in green building materials and design. - **Living Buildings:** The concept of 'living buildings' that aim to be self-sufficient and sustainable is becoming more popular, providing opportunities for companies specializing in innovative technologies such as rainwater recycling, natural ventilation systems, and energy-efficient lighting and heating. - **Green School Certifications:** As more schools seek green certifications such as Living Building 2.0, there is a need for services and products that can help schools achieve these certifications, including consulting, sustainable building materials, and technological innovations. ### Where This Applies - **Green Building Industry:** The trend towards eco-friendly school buildings is creating increased demand for green building materials, sustainable architecture consultants, and contractors specializing in sustainable building practices. - **Renewable Energy Industry:** The trend towards living buildings that prioritize sustainability and self-sufficiency is creating opportunities for companies specializing in renewable energy and its applications, such as solar panels, wind turbines, and geothermal systems. - **Education Industry:** More schools are seeking green certifications and incorporating sustainable practices into their curriculum, creating opportunities for companies that offer educational resources and services on environmental sustainability. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Updated School Innovation Wings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rosalind-franklin-wing.md) - [Sustainable Educational Architecture Projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-educational-architecture.md) - [Culturally Rooted Schools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/african-flow-school.md) - [Community-Made Eco Campuses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wolves-lane-centre.md) - [Nature-Promoting School Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/primary-school-1.md) - [Traditional Sustainable School Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/universidad-ean-1.md) - [Complex University Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leed-v4-goldrated-schoenecker-center.md) - [Slender Alley Dwelling Revivals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brown-house-1.md) - [Education Architecture Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rainbow-international-school.md)