# Barrel-Vaulted Primary Schools Zaha Hadid Architects' Design Will Partially Be Built by Robots By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-04-24 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/built-by-robots References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2018/04/20/zaha-hadid-architects-lushan-primary-school-robots-jiangxi-china/) & [zaha-hadid](http://www.zaha-hadid.com/archive) Zaha Hadid Architects focuses on traditional elements and sustainability of production for a school that will partially be built by robots. Situated in China's mountainous Jiangxi province, the educative institution is comprised of a series of [barrel-vaulted classrooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zubitegi-park). With a focus on optimizing light and introducing nods to local culture, Zaha Hadid Architects focused on a floor plan that will allow for meaningful interaction between the structures. With an emphasis on efficiency, the classrooms will be built on location, sourcing [local building materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/universidad-ean-1) and determining best techniques for a smooth construction, even if that requires portions of the school to be built by robots. The on-site machines will craft foam molds for the barrel-like vaults with a hot-wire cutting technique. This not only will minimize construction labor but will "reduce the number of elements [that need] to be delivered to the project's remote location." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [AI](https://www.trendhunter.com/ai) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Barrel-vaulted Classrooms:** Incorporating barrel-vaulted classrooms in school designs can optimize light and introduce nods to local culture. - **Robotic Construction:** Utilizing robots in the construction process can improve efficiency and reduce the need for manual labor. - **Localization of Building Materials:** Sourcing local building materials for construction projects can minimize transportation costs and environmental impact. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture and Design:** Incorporating innovative design elements like barrel-vaulted classrooms can set architectural firms apart from competitors. - **Construction and Infrastructure:** Adopting robotic construction techniques can streamline the construction process and improve project timelines. - **Sustainable Building Materials:** Promoting the use of locally sourced building materials in construction can support sustainable practices and reduce carbon footprint. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Rammed-Earth Preschool Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spring-dales-public-school.md) - [Dome-Style School Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/al-fanar.md) - [Town-Like Classroom Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kindergarten-of-museum.md) - [Cuboidal Primary School Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bernardo-bader-architekten.md) - [Blue-Toned School Makeovers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fuquiang-school.md) - [Nature-Bounding School Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cole-du-znith.md) - [Sweeping Culture Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/river-culture-and-art-centre.md) - [Leaf-Shaped Rooftop Schools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shiv-nader-school.md) - [Sustainable Educational Architecture Projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-educational-architecture.md)