About the workshop
Join us for this online creative architecture workshop where we will investigate the advantages of keeping existing trees in an area of new development and increasing green spaces in cities. Using drawing and collage, we will show how nature can transform the man-made environment with inner city tree canopies by planning changes to already existing sites. We will look at the physical and mental health benefits of bringing more trees to our cities to reinforce the need to make cities more green. We will examine why it’s important to try and build around areas with already existing trees and adapt buildings and public spaces to use the nature that is already there.
Materials needed will depend on preferred method of working:
Participants can work in collage using mixed colour or patterned papers, scissors, tape, and glue. Pens to annotate and draw on top of the collage are essential.
Or
Participants can draw, colour is essential so colour pencils or pens of choice.
Or
Participants can use a digital art programme they are confident with.
This online creative architecture workshop is led by educator Daniel Wallis for young people aged 15 to 18 years.
About the workshop series
Our workshops for ages 15 to 18 ‘skill up’ teenagers who are thinking about studying architecture or design. Participants think critically, share their views on architecture and express themselves through creative practice. In past workshops, participants have learned how to work to an architectural brief, improve portfolios, develop architectural drawing skills using a variety of media (including digital drawing on iPads) and photography skills, and work individually and collaboratively to think about how to design sustainable and responsible architecture.
The workshop will take place online via Microsoft Teams. A link will be sent to participants with confirmed bookings. This event is suitable for those aged 15 to 18 years old. These workshops are led by professional educators and supervised by RIBA staff. Please see the materials list for items that will be required during the workshop.
If you're under 18, tickets must be booked by a parent or guardian. Online booking in advance is essential and if we do not receive full registration information in advance of the event we cannot allow the participant to attend.
Workshop costs
- £20 + booking fee
- £15 for participants who qualify for free school lunch (proof required)
To see other learning workshops taking place in this series, see our families and children page.
