arc.i.tek

This past weekend was Arc.I.Tek. Scott and Eric came to help out this time and, again, it was a blast! The kids have ultimately three hours to design and build their models. That might seem like a really long time, but the number one thing we have happen is the kids run out of time …

This past weekend was another Arc.I.Tek model making event, and we can’t help be in awe of the inspiration and creative genius that comes from these events. The age range was a little wider at this event from 1st to 10th grade.  The entire event is designed to educate the kids and introduce them to …

Our youth model making workshops are in full swing with the next event coming up Saturday June 16th. These events are so much fun. The workshop kicks off with an introduction to the kids about the history of the Space Needle (including why it’s painted orange right now) as well as looking to the future …

As most of you know, Seattle has a pretty spectacular land mark -the Space Needle. As some of you may, or may not know, it came from the World’s Fair here in Seattle in 1962. Yea, a little Seattle knowledge. You’re welcome! Did you also know that when the Space Needle first arrived it was …

In our summer youth model making workshops Arc.I.Tek has three different age/grade levels to the competition: Novice: Grades 1-4 Apprentice: Grades 5-8 Distinguished: Grades 9-12 The grand prize for the Distinguished age group is an internship at Miller Hull Architects – total score! The winning student will have some major cookie points to showcase on …

Good morning and happy Friday! Last night we had our launch party for Arc.I.Tek and here is a brief re-cap; It was AWESOME!   We would like to say THANK YOU to all of the people who showed up to become volunteers. This is going to be such a great program, but we can’t do …

Lakeville Homes is the main sponsor for our youth program Arc.I.Tek. They are a home a custom home builder and remodeler who is CONSTANTLY winning awards. (all the time, seriously.) Some of their amazing work: If you get a chance head on over to their blog and check them out! http://lakevillehomes.com/coming-soon-arc-i-tek/ {images courtesy of Lakeville …

We have been talking about this for almost a year, and we are so very proud to say it is finally here! ARC.I.TEK is a program built for engaging and guiding young Seattle citizens in learning the process of architecture and design, developing their skill sets and assisting them to shape their vision of the …

We have hinted to you about a youth program we have been developing for the past few months. In partnership with; The Seattle Architecture Foundation, The Seattle Center and The Next Fifty we have architect-ed (get it) a fantastic summer youth program, so get ready because it starts NEXT MONTH! Arc.I.Tek is a series of model making …