Architecture + Environment Design for Teens

Design a better world through Architecture + Environmental Design. If you are curious about how spaces, buildings and landscapes are designed, and how they influence the well-being of communities and the environment, then this course is for you! The design of spaces and places play crucial roles in shaping our communities. It influences how people interact with their surroundings, move through spaces and navigate the environemtn, and the overall wellness and sustainability of communities. This course offers a glimpse into the dynamic field of spatial and environmental design, providing opportunities for further exploration in architecture, environmental sciences, sustainability, and beyond. Through hands-on activities and projects, you will learn to transform conceptual ideas into spatial designs, discuss relationships between people and the natural and built environment, and explore how spaces and landscapes can promote sustainability and enhance quality of life. Our experienced instructors will guide you, providing personalized feedback to enhance your skills and support your creativity and exploration. By the end of the course, you'll have worked on exciting projects that build skills relevant to diverse industries and career paths.

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Upcoming Session

Saturdays, Jan 18 - Feb 15
9:30am - 12:30pm
On campus
Instructor: David Alba
Tuition: $370.41
CSTC-110-S001

Saturdays, Feb 8 - Mar 8
1:30pm - 4:30pm
On campus
Instructor: Colette Parras
Tuition: $370.41
CSTC-110-S002

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Through successful completion of this studio, you will be able to:

  • Discover the fundamentals of the design process and how they can be applied to various creative projects
  • Develop your skills in creating sketches and drawings to visualize your ideas and concepts
  • Explore the world of three-dimensional space and design concepts, learning how to think and create in multiple dimensions
  • Understand how analyzing the context and surroundings can enhance the effectiveness and impact of your designs
  • Create sketches, drawings and prototypes that demonstrate progress from concept to presentation
  • Provide feedback and exchange ideas on peer projects to demonstrate knowledge of processes relevant to spatial and environmental designs

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