designed for high school students, this course guides them in developing a conscious design method, alternating theory and practice. the course is recognized within the pathways for transversal skills and orientation (pcto) of high schools in bologna, offering students a concrete learning opportunity applicable to the world of work.

students will explore:

• the principles of design and the role of light in everyday spaces;
• the conscious use of materials and techniques to build models and prototypes;
• the value of observation and research in the initial phase of each project;
• the relationship between tradition and innovation, experimenting with both artisanal techniques and contemporary tools.

• practical workshops: hands-on work experiences where students create models and prototypes, developing sensitivity for materials and shapes.
• interdisciplinary design: a path that intertwines art, physics, science, and technology to understand how each discipline influences the construction of space.
• simulations and presentations: project communication exercises, to learn how to explain and justify one's choices.