# Sci-FI Kindergarten Structures Studio Lacaja Arquitectos' Leroteca Design is a Cultural Kids Space By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-08-15 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-lacaja-arquitectos References: [lanciatrendvisions](http://www.lanciatrendvisions.com/en/article/leroteca-by-lacaja-arquitectos-an-oasis-for-kids) & [gloriaserna2.wix](http://gloriaserna2.wix.com/) Leroteca is a cultural center for kids that has been designed by [Studio Lacaja Arquitectos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/western-academy). The sci-fi themed structure is part of is part of "Lero Lero", a kidergarten that is located in the heart of Cundinamarca, Columbia. This monumental building by Studio Lacaja Arquitectos features a [massive concrete shell](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shire), wood paneled wall accents and an angular rooftop that is dramatically sloped. While Leroteca's exterior is industrial and sharp in it's appearance, its interior space is more kid-friendly and warm in its aesthetic. The open-concept interior is home to [activity, art and reading areas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yellamundie) that are spacious and imaginative. The areas are adorned with clean and neutral finishes that are a perfect backdrop for students' vibrant art works and finished craft projects. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 45% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Sci-fi Kindergarten Designs:** Designing kid-friendly structures with a sci-fi theme is a growing trend in architecture and education. - **Open Concept Learning Space:** Open-concept interiors are becoming more popular in creating large and imaginative spaces for children education and activities. - **Industrial Aesthetics for Cultural Centers:** Using industrial aesthetics in the exteriors of cultural centers creates a unique and memorable experience for visitors. ### Who This Affects Most - **Education:** Innovative and creative designs for classrooms and learning spaces present a disruptive innovation opportunity in the education industry. - **Architecture:** Incorporating unique themes and aesthetics in building designs is an opportunity for disruption in the architecture industry. - **Cultural Centers:** Creating unusual and memorable designs for cultural centers presents a disruptive innovation opportunity in the tourism and entertainment industries. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Town-Like Classroom Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kindergarten-of-museum.md) - [Children's Story-Inspired Libraries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/western-academy.md) - [Sustainable Colorful School designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wonderland-elementary-school.md) - [Wood-Wrapped Contemporary Libraries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graded-school-library.md) - [Playfully Vibrant Studio Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colgio-salesiano.md) - [Vibrantly Designed Nursery Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multichildcare-crche.md) - [Tent‑Filled Daycare Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deya-day-care.md) - [Toy Brick-Inspired Studios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/curving-block.md) - [Nature-Promoting School Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/primary-school-1.md)