# See-Through Schools The New School University Design is Clearly Amazing By Ryan Hinkson | Published 2010-05-13 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-school-university References: [designscene.net](http://www.designscene.net/2010/05/university-center-by-skidmore-owings.html) & [som](http://www.som.com/) The New School University is the kind of school that could make students with the worst attendance records want to come to class--even if it was just to come and stare at this beautiful, [partially see-through building](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diller-scofidio-renfro2). The design is the brainchild of Roger Duffy from [Skidmore, Owings & Merrill](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jpmorgan-chase). The New School University is just as nice to look at on the inside as it is on the outside. The [randomly-placed clear glass](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/darlington-public-school) that covers a portion of the lower half of the build provides a sneak peek, but for a better look, check out the gallery to see more of the modern interior. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Transparent Architecture:** There is an opportunity for architects to explore more designs that incorporate transparent materials in buildings. - **Interactive Learning:** With see-through schools, students can experience learning in more interactive environments where they can observe and explore their surroundings. - **Virtual Conferencing:** See-Through schools can serve as great venues for virtual conferencing and meetings with its unique architecture and design. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Education:** In the education industry, transparent architecture could revolutionize the way traditional classrooms are designed and create more interactive learning experiences. - **Architecture:** The design and construction industry can explore more opportunities to innovate using transparent materials for constructions. - **Technology:** With the rising trend in virtual conferencing, the tech industry can provide innovative solutions to optimize see-through schools as unique venues for virtual meetings and events. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Floating-Style Classroom Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bloomberg-center.md) - [Traditional Sustainable School Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/universidad-ean-1.md) - [Blue-Toned School Makeovers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fuquiang-school.md) - [Leaf-Shaped Rooftop Schools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shiv-nader-school.md) - [Nature-Promoting School Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/primary-school-1.md) - [Modern Blue-Accented Academic Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marie-esther-pavilion.md) - [Yellow-Accented School Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/school-interior.md) - [Complex University Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leed-v4-goldrated-schoenecker-center.md) - [Sustainable Colorful School designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wonderland-elementary-school.md)