DesignNOW | University of Houston

A Comprehensive Design Experience for High School Students

DesignNOW is a four-week Saturday program for high school students, hosted by the University of Houston Gerald D. Hines College of Architecture and Design on campus in its iconic architecture building.

SPRING 2026 SESSION DATES
March 21
March 28
April 4
April 11

DETAILS
Time: 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Location: UH Architecture Building
Cost: $200 (includes all materials) / Cancellation with full refund up to February 27

SPACE IS LIMITED!

Sign up today and start designing your future!

Ready to create, build, and innovate?

DesignNOW is an immersive opportunity introducing students to the world of design, exploring architecture, interior architecture, environmental design, and industrial design, and directly interacting with each of the College’s program directors.

This is more than a workshop – it’s your chance to explore architecture and design.

Learn from expert faculty
Work in real studios
Gain hands-on experience

DesignNOW will give you the tools to start your journey!

What should I expect?

Build core design skills in form, space, materials, and representation
Utilize industry tools to create drawings, models, and digital creations
Discover techniques to make, assemble, and fabricate
Create a portfolio-ready project showcasing how you think and design
Explore firsthand the college design experience

Questions?

Shawn Lutz

DesignNOW Coordinator

smlutz@central.uh.edu

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