# Vibrant Sculptural Education Centers Supernormal Reimagines the Aesthetics of the Modern Daycare By Kalin Ned | Published 2019-08-30 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-daycare References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2019/08/26/solbe-learning-center-supernormal-massachusetts-learning-centre/) & [supernormal.io](https://www.supernormal.io/) The aesthetic of the modern daycare and education center is reimagined by Somerville-based multidisciplinary design firm Supernormal. The project is commissioned by SolBe Learning Center which is "a [nursery and preschool for children](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spring-dales-public-school) aged six months to five years." The institution opened earlier in 2019 and is located in a strip mall in Chestnut Hill. Supernormal facilitates an incredibly playful ambiance as the firm utilizes a [vibrant color palette](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wired-scape) and an abundance of detailed prints to engage children and bring about a [nurturing learning environment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sai-kirupa-special-school). The layout distribution of the modern daycare center is also quite unconventional. Following the design brief, the firm "paired each classroom, called a 'Dwelling,' with an open space, called a 'Yard.'" This distribution makes for a well-balanced experience. Photo Credits: Trent Bell ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 69% | Activity: 63% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha - 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 - **Multisensory Learning:** Designing educational facilities that cater to children's senses beyond the visual can enhance their learning experience. - **Playful Architecture:** Incorporating fun elements and unconventional layouts into building design can create a playful and engaging environment for children. - **Aesthetic Revamp:** Making bold aesthetic choices in traditionally mundane spaces, such as daycares, can create a visually engaging and memorable experience for children. ### Where This Applies - **Education:** Educational institutions can expand their offerings and attract more families by incorporating creative and engaging designs into their facilities. - **Architecture:** Architecture firms can pursue projects with unconventional layouts and bold aesthetics to create unique and memorable spaces for clients. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can focus on incorporating playful and multisensory elements into spaces tailored to children's needs and preferences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tent‑Filled Daycare Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deya-day-care.md) - [Yellow-Accented School Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/school-interior.md) - [Town-Like Classroom Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kindergarten-of-museum.md) - [Sustainable Colorful School designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wonderland-elementary-school.md) - [Playful International School Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-house-school-villalobos.md) - [Building-Transformed Vibrant Preschools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corona-3k-center.md) - [Playfully Vibrant Studio Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colgio-salesiano.md) - [Playful Learning Villages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kinder-rain.md) - [Nature-Promoting School Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/primary-school-1.md)