# Colorful Kinder Schools Palatre & Leclere Make a Coloring Book Come to Life By Tariq Esmail | Published 2012-06-26 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecole-maternelle-pajol References: [cutedecision](http://cutedecision.com/rainbow-reconstruction-of-parisian-kindergarten-pajol/) & [thecoolhunter.net](http://www.thecoolhunter.net/article/detail/2098/ecole-maternelle-pajol--paris) French architects Palatre & Leclere successfully managed to capture a child's imagination in their redesign of the [Ecole Maternelle Pajol](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cole-du-znith) in Paris. First, they restored the building to its original design from the 1940s, then went all "[Crayola](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pretzelized-x-crayola)" on it. The street side is modest; a traditional-looking building with a small splash of color. But once inside, visitors are treated to bold colors and shapes strewn across the brick wall and straight-line designs. A rainbow theme is obvious throughout the entire structure, which houses four [kindergarten classrooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gyngyszem), a playground, a dining room, a kitchen, a library and restrooms. The redesign of the building is part of an initiative for the renewal of the 18E district in Paris. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 46% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Colorful Design:** Exploring the use of bold colors and shapes in architectural designs to create visually stimulating environments for children. - **Imagination-driven Spaces:** Designing spaces that capture a child's imagination through the use of themes and interactive elements. - **Renewal Initiatives:** Utilizing design and architecture to contribute to the revitalization of local communities. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture:** Architects can incorporate vibrant colors and imaginative elements into their designs to create unique and engaging spaces for various sectors, including schools and public spaces. - **Education:** Educational institutions can explore innovative design concepts that promote creativity and stimulate imagination in students. - **Community Development:** Urban planners and developers can leverage design initiatives to revitalize neighborhoods and create vibrant and engaging spaces for residents. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vibrantly Designed Nursery Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multichildcare-crche.md) - [Town-Like Classroom Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kindergarten-of-museum.md) - [Playful International School Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-house-school-villalobos.md) - [Yellow-Accented School Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/school-interior.md) - [Playful Learning Villages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kinder-rain.md) - [Blue-Toned School Makeovers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fuquiang-school.md) - [Historically Based Nurseries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rgis-roudil.md) - [Converted Market Building Nurseries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eugnie-brazier.md) - [Nature-Bounding School Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cole-du-znith.md)