FAB Architecture Summer School 2024

Summary

Are you fascinated by the world of architecture? Do you dream of studying architecture at university? The FAB Architecture Summer School is the perfect opportunity for school students to explore, learn, and prepare for architectural education

The course is led by award-winning practice and experienced educators FAB Architects. This intensive one-week programme provides a comprehensive introduction to architectural education, empowering you to build the necessary skills and portfolio for future studies. Perfect experience and skills to be listed in CVs and personal statements for university applications.

Outcomes

After completing the FAB Architecture Summer School you will have a better understanding of:

• what it's like to study architecture at university, and to be an architect in practice
• the best ways to put together a portfolio that will stand out against other applications
• how to improve your architectural design skills to give you a head start at university (skills include sketching, architectural drawing and collaging, 3D architectural design, model making)
• how new technologies such as A.I., VR and 3D printing impact design

Programme

(detailed programme provided at the bottom of this page)

• Day 1 - Complete guide to navigating the world of architectural education
• Day 2 - Creative architectural thinking and Brief Development
• Day 3 - Concept and Digital Collage workshop
• Day 4 - Architectural Sketching and Model Making workshop
• Day 5 - Portfolio Review and Q+A (further detail on following pages)

What to Bring

• Sketchbook
• Pens and Pencils
• Laptop (we can advise on software to install ahead of time)
• Lunch

Important Details

Open to ages 16 and over

Time: 10am-4pm daily, with a 1-hour lunch break.

Location: FAB Architects office at 23 Grand Parade, Brighton and Hove, Brighton BN2 9QB

Places restricted to maximum 10 students.

Course Leaders

The course is led by Mike Bell, director of FAB Architects, an award winning RIBA chartered practice based in Sussex. Mike is also a trained educator, having taught Architecture at Oxford Brookes University and UAL - Chelsea College of Art and Brighton University - Interior Architecture

Cost

£500+ VAT

How to apply

Visit:

fabarchitects.co.uk/summer-school

or call 01273 020 327

or email: [email protected]

to reserve your spot or inquire further.

Host or Publisher FAB Architects