# Upcycled Aircraft Classrooms A Yakovlev Yak-42 is Transformed into an Inspiring Space for Students By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2012-12-05 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yakovlev-yak42 References: [kidcrave](http://kidcrave.com/scoop/airplane-transformed-into-kids-school/) Turning the ordinary into the extraordinary incites wonder and excitement, which is exactly the case with this Yakovlev Yak-42 that has been [upcycled into a classroom](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/archipelago) for young students. The Georgian Air plane is retrofitted to allow class lessons to be conducted within the fuselage of the enormous aircraft. The interior is completely refurbished with games, toys and other [educational equipment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clever-school-desk1) to allow for [kindergarten classes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kinder-rain) to be held during school hours. The cockpit of the plane has been left untouched to allow curious kids to freely play with the buttons for a realistic playtime. Gari Chapidze, the brains behind the endeavor, explains that, "The idea was to create a kindergarten where children go with joy. Sometimes kids have difficulties in adapting to kindergarten, to a new environment; we decided to help them by making it fun." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Youth](https://www.trendhunter.com/youth) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Upcycled Spaces:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the concept of repurposing existing structures into creative and functional spaces. - **Interactive Learning Environments:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop engaging educational spaces that combine play, technology, and learning to enhance student engagement and motivation. - **Integrating Real-life Experiences:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create immersive learning environments that incorporate real-life elements, such as interactive replicas, to provide hands-on learning experiences. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Education:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with schools and educational institutions to integrate unconventional and stimulating learning environments that foster creativity and curiosity. - **Sustainable Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore sustainable repurposing of materials and structures, such as aircraft, to create unique and environmentally-friendly spaces. - **Entertainment and Tourism:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine educational experiences with entertainment and tourism sectors to attract visitors and create memorable experiences for all ages. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Upcycled Aircraft Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emirates-4.md) - [Yellow-Accented School Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/school-interior.md) - [Kindergarten Renovation Projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gyngyszem.md) - [Aircraft Door Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-exit-door-table.md) - [Town-Like Classroom Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kindergarten-of-museum.md) - [Shape-Shifting Classroom Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eduba.md) - [Kid-Friendly Aviation Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-flight-school.md) - [Recycled Seating Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atlanta-airport-chairs.md) - [Sustainable Colorful School designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wonderland-elementary-school.md)