# Lattice-Skinned Schools Dress Code by Complex City Explores Creative Structural Cladding By Amelia Roblin | Published 2011-02-18 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dress-code-by-complex-city References: [plusmood](http://plusmood.com/2011/02/dress-code-complex-city/) & [complexcity.fr](http://www.complexcity.fr/index.php?/enseignement/dress-code/) There are countless ways to create compelling architectural pieces and Dress Code by Complex City demonstrates that one technique is to cover conventional construction with an intricate exterior. Conceived by Olivier Brouillard, this institutional structure is a competition entry for the [design of an elementary school](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wonderland-elementary-school) in Switzerland. Embracing the idea of a skin that both protects and decorates the building, Dress Code by Complex City marks where [fashion and architecture intersect](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crafted-world-exhibition-1). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 51% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Creative Cladding:** Using intricate exteriors to cover conventional construction for compelling architectural pieces. - **Fashion-architecture Integration:** Exploring the intersection of fashion and architecture through building design. - **Structural Innovation:** Incorporating innovative techniques and materials to enhance the functionality and aesthetics of buildings. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Architecture:** Using creative cladding techniques to create unique and visually appealing structures. - **Fashion:** Exploring new opportunities for fashion designers to contribute to architectural projects. - **Construction:** Incorporating structural innovation in construction to create more efficient and attractive buildings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Terraced School Complexes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robert-badinter-secondary-school.md) - [Building Facade-Inspired Clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seagram-collection.md) - [Low-Lying Limestone-Clad Schools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fossil-building.md) - [Cuboidal Primary School Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bernardo-bader-architekten.md) - [Stainless Steel-Wrapped Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exp-building.md) - [Nature-Bounding School Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cole-du-znith.md) - [Granite-Clad Coastal Schools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edmond-simeoni-school-and-cultural-space.md) - [Dome-Style School Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/al-fanar.md) - [Ultra-Colorful High-Density Residential Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highdensity-residential-design.md)