Bett 2017: Bring architecture into the classroom with Arckit

ARCKIT is a freeform architectural modelling system that allows you to physically explore designs and bring your ideas to life with speed and precision. Based on modern building techniques and a 1.2m/4ft grid to scale, the ‘click and connect’ modular components make it possible to create a vast range of structures that can be quickly assembled, endlessly modified and finished to perfection.

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Arckit is inspiring the next generation of architects with a freeform model building kit that allows students to design, build and modify scaled structures. The resource opens up the world of architecture to students of all ages for the first time. Ideal as a STEM/STEAM learning aid, Arckit’s unique system of modular ‘click and connect’ components help students to develop fundamental design skills, learn the basic principles of architecture and experience the feeling of spontaneous creativity through hands-on model building. We will be sharing innovations at Bett stand G449.

The multi-award winning system is based on modern building techniques and a universal 1.2m/4ft grid to scale, making it possible to create a vast range of model structures that can be quickly assembled, endlessly modified and even completed with self-adhesive building material graphics supplied by real building companies ready for class presentations.

As well as being a physical design tool, Arckit components are also available within SketchUp Make 3D Warehouse and Autodesk Revit, allowing students to seamlessly transition between physical and virtual designs for a complete learning experience. The compatibility with digital software makes Arckit a highly educational and practical design tool for schools and universities.

Arckit has developed a series of interactive courses designed around STEM/STEAM teaching requirements, providing everything you need to introduce your class to architecture and design through fun activities, practical lessons and mini build challenges. The courses have been developed alongside senior figures within education to help you teach valuable design and technology skills within a structured framework.

Architect and founder of Arckit Damien Murtagh said: “We created our Arckit Education Programme alongside experienced teachers to ensure each lesson plan covers as many learning outcomes as possible. The lessons are modular, so they can be adapted to suit specific lesson structures and learning environments as well as being suitable for students of all ages.”

The first education course is a 10-week course consisting of 10 modules developed to introduce students to architecture and design through structured classes covering everything from design inspiration, architectural planning, CAD design, interactive model building and design projects to put these skills into practice. This course is ideal for STEM/STEAM and includes a digital presentation and video support containing industry-specific content, as well as a grading criterion for assessments at the end of each module.

Murtagh added: “The feedback from teachers and students already on the programme has been fantastic. It’s wonderful to think that Arckit is helping to inspire the next generation of architects, engineers and creators. We are listening to feedback and we are currently working alongside senior professors in the US on some exciting developments to make Arckit a fundamental building block within education.”

The Arckit Education Programme is out now and available to teachers in the UK. Arckit is also offering a classroom discount on Arckit kits for schools, colleges, and universities. For more information and to join our exciting courses, email [email protected] or visit www.arckit.com.

Arckit will be exhibiting at the Bett Show at stand G449, so visit us there to find out more.

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