# Rooftop Running Track Architecture LYCS Architecture Makes the Most from Limited Space By Jamie Danielle Munro | Published 2014-09-29 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lycs-architecture References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/architecture/lycs-architecture-tian-tai-no-2-primary-school-rooftop-running-track-china-09-29-2014/) & [lycs-arc](http://lycs-arc.com/) LYCS Architecture was in charge of developing the architecture for a [primary school in China](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shiv-nader-school), and was faced with the problem of not having that much space to work with. The team still wanted to provide the kids with the proper facilities, so they decided to transform the [roof into a functional running track](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shenzhen-energy-ring) instead of leaving it unused. What's great about this design is the views that the students also get while using the track. While a lot of the city is quite developed with buildings and high rises, one can still see green hills and mountains in the distance. The space also includes a large courtyard in the center of the building, where the students can mingle with one another during lunch breaks and before school starts for the day. Photo Credits: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/architecture/lycs-architecture-tian-tai-no-2-primary-school-rooftop-running-track-china-09-29-2014/), [lycs-arc](http://lycs-arc.com/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: 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 - **Rooftop Utilization:** Utilizing rooftops as functional spaces for various purposes - **Multipurpose Architecture:** Designing multi-functional facilities that maximize limited space - **Holistic Learning Environment:** Creating spaces that enhance the overall educational experience ### Where This Applies - **Education:** Opportunities for architects and school builders to incorporate innovative rooftop designs that improve the learning environment - **Real Estate and Property Development:** Opportunities for property developers to create additional amenities on rooftops that can add value to their properties - **Architecture and Construction:** Opportunities for architects and builders to develop sustainable and multi-functional designs for buildings with limited space ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Urban Roofscape Projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/central-yards.md) - [Blue-Toned School Makeovers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fuquiang-school.md) - [Town-Like Classroom Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kindergarten-of-museum.md) - [Terraced School Complexes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robert-badinter-secondary-school.md) - [Bright Playful Sport Playgrounds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-and-nike.md) - [Elevated Urban Skate Venues](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aan-architects.md) - [Nature-Bounding School Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cole-du-znith.md) - [Nature-Inspired Rooftop Skateparks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qingdao-mixc-rooftop-skatepark.md) - [Nature-Promoting School Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/primary-school-1.md)