EcoMinds Workshop 3 at Grand Junction explored heritage + retrofit with Biba Dow (DJA). Young people traced the church’s layers through observation and drawing, asking: what should we preserve, and what can we adapt?

Episode 5 is live! In collaboration with the American Institute of Architects (AIA), we are joined by 16‑year‑old Marcel Wolosik, exploring a futuristic floating home set in 2150 From sketches to AutoCAD & Revit - creativity, process & bold ideas. 🎧 Listen: www.buzzsprout.com/2607997/epis...

This week we worked with 200+ pupils at Adamsdown Primary School (Reception–Y5) designing the Cardiff Kids Xmas Lights 2026 Exploring light, identity & resilient cityscapes, children reimagined their local area through design, creativity, and lived experience.

Last week we delivered EcoMinds | Workshop 2: History & Community at Grand Junction, St Mary Magdalene’s. Young people (12–18) explored how buildings tell stories about people, place, and change over time — and how architecture evolves with its community.

Meet Grace George, a high school senior exploring architecture through art, ethics, and imagination. Her AIA Indiana competition project rethinks a rehab centre for a de‑extinct animal, balancing creativity, accessibility, and care. Full episode: www.buzzsprout.com/2607997/epis...

EcoMinds - Grand Junction We kicked off Architecture & Atmosphere with young people (12–18) exploring how spaces make us feel before we define them. From light and sound to scale and movement, participants became “atmosphere detectives,” reflecting on comfort, inclusion, and care in everyday spaces.

Episode 3 is now live Architecture for Kids & American Institute of Architects | Architecture Week 2026 — Inspiring the Next Generation I speak with Lucas Zhu, a high school student reimagining San Francisco’s UN Plaza as a safer, more inclusive public square. 🎧 www.buzzsprout.com/2607997/epis...

New Architecture for Kids Podcast! Jack McMahon (Las Vegas → Cal Poly) on how a great teacher sparked his path, designing the Hellkorn Community Centre, and learning architecture by experiencing real spaces. Listen: www.aia.org/community/ev...

Architecture Week 2026 kicks off tomorrow, 12 April, across the United States In this Architecture for Kids episode, Devon Davis (AIA National) shares why the “A” in STEAM matters, how students can test‑drive design, and simple ways schools & families can take part www.buzzsprout.com/2607997/epis...

New episode for ArchitectureWeek2026 (12–18 April) taking place accross the US. Part 3 centres on Ilya Prytup, finalist from the 2025 AIA Toledo High School Design Competition and now an Architectural Engineering student. From competition to confidence, skills, and real pathways into architecture.

New episode for ArchitectureWeek2026 (12–18 April) Architecture is hiding in plain sight — but too few young people get to design. In Parts 1 & 2, Brandon Farley & Mike Rowe share how the American Institute of Architects - supported school design competitions create real pathways into architecture.

New episode out now Architecture for Kids × AIA | Architecture Week 2026 Part 1 features Brandon Farley, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, on design education, high‑school competitions, sustainability, and why hand drawing still matters. Listen now via the link www.buzzsprout.com/2607997/epis...

Architecture for Kids & AIA | Architecture Week 2026: Inspiring the Next Generation Part 1 is out today featuring Brandon Farley, AIA, LEED AP BD+C. Conversations with Michael Rowe, Devon Davis, and Ilya Prytup will follow later this week. Available later today on all podcast platforms.

EcoMinds is an 8‑week creative programme where young people aged 12–16 work with architects to reimagine Grand Junction for a greener future - Hands‑on workshops, mentoring, and a public exhibition. Wednesdays, 22 Apr–17 Jun, 4–6pm. Enrol here grandjunction.org.uk/events/ecomi...

Join us for EcoMinds! I’m Antonio Capelao (Architecture for Kids CIC) with Gonçalo Baptista (Pinzauer). An 8‑week challenge where young people (12–16) redesign Grand Junction for a greener future. Wednesdays, 22 Apr–17 Jun, 4–6pm.

Kicked off our first Soho Kids Xmas Lights workshops today! Year 1 & 2 pupils started sketching the buildings and stories that make Soho unique. Their drawings will soon become glowing LED artworks lighting up the neighbourhood this winter.

Excited to announce a new collaboration between American Institute of Architects AIA National & Architecture for Kids! We are launching an 8‑episode podcast mini‑series for Architecture Week 2026, celebrating design education and the creativity of K–12 students across the US Coming soon, stay tuned!

EcoMinds is looking for young changemakers! Join an 8‑week retrofit design challenge to reimagine a historic building, St Mary Magdalene’s, for a greener future. For ages 12–16. Free to join. Wednesdays, 22 Apr–17 Jun, 4–6pm at Grand Junction (W2). Info: grandjunction.org.uk/events/ecomi...

Introducing EcoMinds! A youth‑led retrofit design challenge empowering young people to imagine greener, healthier homes in North Paddington. In collaboration with WECH, NPSHCG & City Lions, funded by Westminster’s Climate Fund. Workshops, mentoring, Youth Ambassadors + a co‑curated exhibition!

New podcast episode! Architecture isn’t just about buildings — it’s a mindset. In today’s episode, Pantéa Eslami & Hooman Talebi of Archikid World share how children learn to think through making, drawing, and play. Let’s show kids that drawing is a way of thinking. Now live on all platforms!

The Walworth Road Kids Xmas Lights are taking shape! Working with Madeleine, we explored the stories and streets that will spark the children’s ideas. This year’s themes—Lighting, Identity of Place & Resilient Cityscapes—will shine through magical light designs, created with real community spirit.

Architecture for Kids Podcast: Teach Process, Not Answers New episode with Pantéa Eslami & Hooman Talebi drops Sat 31 Jan at 2pm! We explore how architectural thinking sparks curiosity, creativity, and learning through making—in ways kids truly love today. Available on all podcast platforms.

Inaugural Walworth Road Kids Xmas Lights 2026! 20 bespoke light installations co-designed by St Peter’s pupils will illuminate Walworth Road. Themes: Lighting, Identity of Place & Resilient Cityscapes. Sponsored by Southwark Council + Fabrix. Co-creators: Antonio Capelao & Madeleine Moxham...

🎄✨ Cardiff Kids Xmas Lights are back for the 2nd year! 🌟 Until Jan 2026, Canal Quarter glows with 16 child-designed installations. This year’s theme: Lighting, Identity of Place & Women in Cardiff. Take a festive stroll & celebrate creativity! ❤️

✨ Merry Christmas from Soho Kids Xmas Lights! 🌟 Since 2021, local children have lit up Soho with creativity, turning designs into glowing symbols of hope. This year’s theme: Lighting, Identity of Place & Women in Soho. Help us keep this tradition alive—donate today! ❤️ gofund.me/18f725041

✨ Have you seen the Cardiff Kids Xmas Lights yet? ✨ 16 glowing installations in Canal Quarter celebrate lighting, identity of place & women in Cardiff, co-designed by local pupils. 💬 “I made lots of swirly shapes because they look like they’re dancing.” — Aria, 5 On until Jan 2026!

✨ Soho Kids Xmas Lights ✨ Co-designed by children, this project celebrates lighting, identity of place & women in Soho. Their joy says it all: “It looks even better in real life!” Help us keep this tradition alive—DM to sponsor or gofund.me/0daf49d42 📸 Matt Crossick

✨ Soho Kids Xmas Lights are back! 🎄 Wander through Soho’s streets & see dazzling light panels designed by local kids. Help us keep this tradition alive—donate today to support creativity & community! 👉 www.gofundme.com/f/help-light...

Cardiff Kids Xmas Lights return! From now–Jan 2026, Canal Quarter features 8 new designs by Tredegarville pupils alongside St. Cuthbert’s lights. Thanks to sponsors & partners. 📸 Photography by David Gallimore

When Kids Light Up Soho… Soho is glowing with creativity! Explore festive light installations co-designed by pupils from Soho Parish Primary School, celebrating identity, heritage & community. 📍 Archer St, Brewer St, Soho Square & more. ✨ Thank you to our sponsors and partners and to Matt Crossick.

✨ Fifth year of Soho Kids Xmas Lights! ✨ Six new designs explore lighting, place identity & women in Soho. Wander through Brewer St, Frith St & more! Special thanks to Matt Crossick for photography support.

The 5th annual #SohoKidsXmasLights is here! 61 panels designed by children light up Soho thanks to amazing sponsors & supporters. See them until Jan 5! 🌟 Support the legacy: gofund.me/518c718eb

✨ Cardiff lit up with creativity on 13 Nov! 16 festive lights designed by pupils from Tredegarville & St Cuthbert’s now shine in the Canal Quarter—celebrating women’s contributions to Cardiff’s past & present. See them until 4 Jan!

🎙 New episode of Architecture for Kids Podcast is live! Harry Thorpe shares how CAUKIN grew from a student collective to a global practice using architecture for education, equity & resilience. Listen now on all platforms! 🔗 www.buzzsprout.com/2211876/epis...

Last week we ran an intergenerational workshop for the Being Human Festival 2025—exploring personal landmarks through sketching, memory mapping & model making. Big thanks to Holborn Community Association, UCL IOE & Architecture for Kids CIC!

🎄 Creatives, tune in to @sohoradio 7–8AM for Soho Society Hour! We explore Soho Kids Xmas Lights 2025—child-led design, local legacy & civic joy. Switch-on: Nov 19! 💡 Support us: gofund.me/09ca7e76b 🎧 Listen later: sohoradio.com

Presented the CKXL Project today at the Global-Civic Conference in Cardiff with Melina Guirnaldos 🌍🎄 Empowering kids to shape Cardiff’s legacy through light, creativity & STEAM! Big thanks to all our amazing partners 💡

🎄✨ Cardiff Kids Xmas Lights Switch-On 📍 Canal Quarter | 📅 13 Nov, 6PM Join us as Tredegarville CIW pupils light up the city with their own designs! 🎨 Co-designed with @ArchForKids + @WelshArch 🎁 Free event – all welcome!

Soho kids Xmas Lights 2025 instals night ✨✨✨

Honored to present Radical Selfiescapes at Re-City Conference 2025. Two years of work exploring creativity, identity & urban space with young people in Cardiff. Big thanks to Dimitra for her brilliance & humor! 🔗 lnkd.in/e37gbA6C

🎄✨ Join us for the Soho Kids Christmas Lights Switch-On! 📅 19 Nov | 🕕 6–7PM | 📍 Soho Parish Primary School and Rupert Street Kids co-designed 6 new light panels exploring identity & Women in Soho. Support via GoFundMe: gofund.me/1b2ed8e3d

Help Light Up Soho! Support kids co-designing Christmas lights for Soho’s streets. A joyful, creative project led by Architecture for Kids CIC. Switch-On: Nov 19 at 6pm Theme: Lighting, Identity of, and Women in Soho Donate: gofund.me/8f4ea6323

Met Bridget Phillipson MP today to discuss the Soho Kids Xmas Lights project & the role of children’s agency in shaping the built environment. We touched on STEAM, project-based learning & creating a third space—core themes in my PhD. Thanks to Cllr Patrick Lilley for the invite!

Last week, we ran a curatorial workshop with Tredegarville CiW pupils, starting at National Museum Cardiff exploring collecting, cataloguing & curating. Back at school, they designed their Xmas lights exhibition, considering scale & context. Their ideas will soon brighten Cardiff’s streets!

North Paddington Canalside Festival on 13 Sept, participants of all ages explored wellbeing in public spaces, sketching landmarks, rating comfort, safety, beauty & connection, and creating Canal Codes. A short, improvised session sparked meaningful conversations on health, inclusion & community.

On 15 Sept, the Building Centre buzzed with ideas at the Reflective Cities, Creative Mindsets Symposium. Honouring Victoria Thornton’s legacy, speakers shared how creativity, collaboration, and inclusive design—from public art to youth co-creation—can shape cities and minds for a better future.

Tomorrow, Sat 30 Aug – don’t miss our new Architecture for Kids Podcast episode! 🎧 A conversation with Dr. Simon F. Johns (Cardiff University) on wellbeing in school curricula & classrooms. Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & all major platforms!

Young explorers, join Local Investigators – Canalside Edition on 13 Sept in North Paddington between 12.30-3.00pm! Sketch, map & discover personal landmarks along the Grand Union Canal. Ages 13–16. Sign up & see your canal in a whole new way! 🔗https://citylions.org/northpaddhealth/

Calling all local young explorers! Join Local Investigators – Canalside Edition on Sat 13 Sept (12:30–3pm) in North Paddington. Storytelling, sketching & mapping along the Grand Union Canal for ages 13–16. Sign up & discover your personal landmarks! citylions.org/northpaddhea...