# Plant-Filled Learning Hubs The Grow with Google Learning Center Has a Comfortable Analog Design By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2019-07-17 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grow-with-google-learning-center References: [design-milk](https://design-milk.com/grow-with-google-plants-the-seeds-of-learning-with-analog-design/) & [events.withgoogle](https://events.withgoogle.com/grow-with-google-in-nyc/) The Grow with [Google](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grow-with-google) Learning Center can be found within Google's office in Chelsea and shares multiple classrooms, workshops and training spaces, as well as one-on-one coaching programs. The comfortable space offers a place for [small businesses, job seekers and students](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/student-hub) to converge to sharpen their skills, network and advance their careers. The space empowers the local community with a variety of free tools, trainings, resources and events and boasts a charming analog design that's [filled with plants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantable-office). The simple and welcoming atmosphere is set by old school classrooms furnished with retro designs, plenty of natural light and other elements that help to set the stage for face-to-face interactions and the use of technology as a tool rather than a crutch. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 26% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Analog Learning Hubs:** An opportunity to create comfortable, technology-lite spaces for community members to network and expand their skills. - **Retro-classroom Design:** A chance to incorporate vintage design elements to create cozy learning environments that encourage face-to-face interactions. - **Natural and Green Workspaces:** The ability to create a more inviting and productive atmosphere by incorporating greenery and natural light into learning hubs. ### Where This Applies - **Education:** Build more comfortable and inviting learning spaces for students and teachers to interact and engage with each other using analog and natural design elements. - **Co-working Spaces:** Integrate more technology-lite spaces and natural elements into communal work areas to foster community connections and collaboration. - **Job Training and Workshops:** Create unique and welcoming spaces that promote learning and skill-building among job seekers and professionals alike. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Plant-Centric Dynamic Office Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garden-of-edyn.md) - [Workforce Upskilling Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grow-with-google.md) - [Multi-Purpose Workspaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kokuyo.md) - [Biophilic Workplace Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mangrove-garden.md) - [Community Wellness Centres](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-house.md) - [Nature Integrated Offices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bochum-office.md) - [Community-Centric Headquarters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/communitycentric-design.md) - [Vibrant Multi-Level Office Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gensler.md) - [Reimagined Hybrid Workspace Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mason-studio-2.md)