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Gerald D. Hines College of Architecture + Design
Student work in the Architecture Building Atrium

DesignNOW

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.鈥�12:00 p.m.
Location: UH Architecture Building
Cost: $200 (includes all materials) / Cancellation with full refund up to February 27
A very limited number of scholarships are available based on financial need.

REGISTRATION IS FULL!

DesignNOW has reached its capacity for Spring 2026. Check our website for future programming and opportunities!

Students working with materials

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鈥檚 program directors.

This is more than a workshop 鈥� it鈥檚 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!

students working with materials

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