FAB ArchitecTURE Summer School
14th - 18th August, Lewes, Sussex
by FAB Architects
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 The Hub, 2 Station Street, Lewes, BN7 2DA
Places restricted to maximum 10 students.
Course Leaders
The course is led by Will Fisher and Mike Bell, the directors of FAB Architects, an award winning RIBA chartered practice based in Sussex. Will and Mike are also trained educators, having taught Architecture at Oxford Brookes University, UAL - Chelsea College of Art and UCLan
Cost
£500+ VAT
How to apply
Click the link below
or call 01273 020 327
or email: studio@fabarchitects.co.uk
to reserve your spot or inquire further.
Detailed Programme
Day 1 - Complete guide to navigating the world of architectural education
Morning
Introduction to the week
Learn the route to becoming an architect in the UK and tips at each step of the way
Explore architectural interests amongst the group
Afternoon
Virtual tour of student and practice architecture work
Introduce the architectural project
Day 2 - Creative architectural thinking and Brief Development
Morning
Mini Architectural Project begins
Narrative brief discussed collectively
Students encouraged to respond to architectural brief, guided by FAB
Afternoon
Initial ideas development and architectural mood boarding
Concept Card Models
Day 3 - Concept and Digital Collage workshop
Morning
Finalise concept sketches
Introduction to architectural collage
Photoshop techniques to produce engaging images
Exploration of A.I. techniques in the production of imagery
Afternoon
Architectural visualisation overview
3D Printing and VR introduction
Day 4 - Architectural Sketching + Model Making workshop
Morning
Learn the basics of architectural sketching and model making
Explore the tools and techniques of architectural drawings
Develop plans and architectural drawings for a specific building
Afternoon
Learn to express your ideas through sketching and model making
Review of top architect's sketches, drawings and models
Day 5 - Portfolio Review and Q+A (further detail on following pages)
Morning
1:1 Review of current portfolios with specific advice on how to improve
Examples of top architectural portfolios
Portfolio tips and tricks, do's and don'ts
Afternoon
Mini architectural 'crit' of work produced over the 5 days
Final Q+A Session