Why Spring Lake Elementary’s Bold Design is the Future of School Architecture

When you think of an elementary school, what comes to mind? Beige walls, boxy buildings, and uninspired hallways? Spring Lake Elementary in Woodland, California, is anything but ordinary. Designed by HMC Architects and built by Otto Construction, this school is a bold statement on how educational spaces should look and feel. Featuring vibrant Trespa Meteon panels and translucent 3-Form elements, the school’s design fosters creativity, engagement, and play—exactly what a learning environment should do.