Course Description

This course introduces young learners to the exciting world of architecture how buildings are imagined, designed, and created. Students will explore famous buildings from the past and present, learn basic design ideas, and discover how spaces are planned for people to live, work, and play.

Through fun activities, sketching, model ideas, and simple drafting exercises, students will learn to think like young architects while building creativity, observation skills, and confidence.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

• Understand how architecture has evolved over time

• Learn basic architectural design principles

• Explore how buildings are designed for people and purpose

• Sketch and draft simple architectural ideas

• Develop creative thinking and problem-solving skills

Course Outline

Module 1: What Is Architecture?

• What architects do

• Introduction to buildings around the world

• Famous landmarks and architectural styles

Module 2: Architecture Through Time

• A fun journey through architectural history

• How culture and climate influence design

Module 3: Design Basics

• Elements of design: proportion, balance, and scale

• Understanding space, form, and function

Module 4: Drawing Like an Architect

• Basics of architectural sketching

• Introduction to lines, shapes, and simple plans

Module 5: Young Architect Project

• Creating a simple building concept

• Sketching and presenting a design idea

• Learning how to explain your design like an architect