ARCHITECTURE and INTERIOR DESIGN BOOTCAMP
Take your creativity further this summer.
Our Architecture & Product Design Summer Camp is designed for young people aged 14+ who want to develop real design skills, explore creative careers and build a strong portfolio.
Through hands-on projects, you’ll learn how to think, design and create like an architect or product designer.
WHAT STUDENTS WILL DO
This is not just a camp: it’s an introduction to the world of architecture, product design and creative industries.
You’ll explore:
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How designers solve real-world problems
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How ideas move from concept to final product
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How to develop and present your own creative work
ARCHITECTURE and INTERIOR DESIGN BOOTCAMP
17 to 28 August 2026 - Lyric Theatre, Hammersmith, London
Secure your place now, limited spaces available!
Early Bird discounts ending soon: only £880, save £300 with IDEA Early Birds Discount! - £1,180
Bring a friend and received a 25% referral code
WHAT YOU WILL DO
ARCHITECTURE PROJECT
Design spaces, explore structure and develop spatial thinking
PRODUCT DESIGN & PROTOTYPING
Create functional objects and test your ideas
SKETCHING AND VISUAL COMMUNICATION
Learn how to present ideas like a designer
DESIGN THINKING AND PROBLEM SOLVING
Work on challenges inspired by real-world issues
PORTFOLIO DEVELOPMENT
Build a body of work you can use for GCSE, A-level or future applications
WHAT YOU'LL GAIN
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A strong creative portfolio
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A Certificate of Participation
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Opportunity to win the IDEA Excellence Design Award (worth £200)
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Understanding of architecture & product design pathways
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Insight into creative careers and university routes
WHO IS IT FOR
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Ages 14+
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Students interested in:
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Architecture
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Product / industrial design
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Art & design
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Creative careers
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Ideal for those preparing for GCSE, A-level, or portfolio-based applications
Delivered by a team of passionate designers representing leading institutions, including the Royal College of Art (RCA), University of the Arts London (UAL), University College London (UCL), De Montfort University (DMU), and the University of Cambridge.
FINAL OUTCOME
This programme gives students a practical introduction to architecture through a real design challenge. It helps them build confidence, creative thinking, technical understanding, and portfolio-ready work.
At the end of the programme: You’ll present your work in a final showcase, building confidence and communication skills.
TUTOR: ALAN CHENG
Born and raised in Hong Kong, Alan relocated to the UK to expand his architectural horizons, earning his Bachelor of Architecture and RIBA Part 1 qualification from the University of Nottingham. Driven by a passion for creating meaningful spaces, Alan co-founded the interior design studio Meridian 88. Here, Alan translates his East Asian heritage and architectural vision into thoughtful residential and hospitality designs.
Alongside his design practice, Alan brings two years of hands-on educational experience working across mainstream and SEND schools. This background has honed his ability to help students achieve their highest potential, both academically and in their extracurricular pursuits. Furthermore, Alan possesses substantial practical experience in international development, having actively participated in past school-building expeditions in Cambodia and South Africa. These hands-on initiatives have deeply informed his understanding of sustainable, community-focused construction.
Alan is deeply committed to driving positive change in communities through purposeful design. He is eager to leverage his dual background in architecture and education, alongside his proven international fieldwork experience, to successfully lead the Cambodia school building project.
OUR TEACHERS
Robert Wong
Award-winning architect and social entrepreneur, educated at the University of Cambridge (Exec. MBA) and the Bartlett, UCL, with further study in Design Thinking at Stanford. He teaches MBA programmes and will lead sessions on design thinking and entrepreneurship in the bootcamp.
Lilah Kyllonen
American artist, art and design teacher who is studying in Royal College of Art. She will teach in the boot camp on the general concept of Art & Design to have the build up the foundation in design.
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Qun Zhao Ng
Experienced UI/UX designer from Singapore and graduate of the University of the Arts London, who will lead sessions on user experience and customer insight to develop user-centred design and fashion applications.
Linda Carluschi
Multidisciplinary designer, illustrator and children’s book illustrator, as well as a marketing specialist, trained at the Institute of Art in Milan. In the bootcamp, she will guide participants through marketing strategies and help them understand how to present their design work and connect it with real-world audiences.