About the workshop
Who decides how we live? Join us for this online workshop will explore how we can design housing that people and communities can transform and add to, rather than fit into.
We will use the centenary of the Becontree Estate as a case study to examine how its original plans, housing designs and tenancy rules have held up against its residents' evolving needs and preferences over time.
You will be introduced to the technical aspects of architectural plan and elevation drawing before you rewrite the rules and develop your own design ideas for housing that people and communities can transform and add to.
Materials
- pencils/pens
- ruler
- paper
Optional
- colour pencils/marker pens
This online creative architecture workshop is led by educator Marianne Holm Hansen 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.
