Back to All Events

Design ATL: Cities Reimagined


  • Georgia Tech - Hinman Building 723 Cherry Street Northwest Atlanta, GA, 30332 United States (map)
A teenage girl drawing on her tablet while sitting on the grass outside

Ages 14 – 18

In-person at Georgia Tech


About This Camp

Ready to shape the future? Join Design ATL: Cities Reimagined and discover how design can change the world! In this immersive summer camp, you'll explore how innovative design can help solve pressing environmental challenges and make cities more sustainable. Whether it's rethinking urban spaces, improving transportation, or reducing waste, you'll learn how creative design choices can lead to a greener future.

Dive into hands-on projects, collaborate with like-minded teens, and gain the skills to design cities that work with nature—not against it. If you're passionate about the planet and want to explore how design can drive real-world change, Design ATL: Cities Reimagined is the perfect place to start!

Let's turn imagination into action and design a future worth building!


Campers will learn to:

  • Understand the fundamentals of sustainable design, including energy efficiency, resource conservation, and the use of eco-friendly materials.

  • Engage in design challenges that address real-world sustainability issues.

  • Develop projects focused on waste reduction, renewable energy, and/or green architecture.

  • Team up with other campers to design sustainable community spaces or products.

At the end of the week, parents and caregivers are invited for a showcase of the campers’ creations!


What to Bring:

  • Campers should bring a water bottle, snacks, and lunch.


Registration: Camp Registration for MODA Members at the Family & Friends Level or above opens December 6, 2024. Registration for future members opens January 3, 2025.

Tuition: $450 | $350 for MODA Members at the Family & Friends Level or above

Members, please contact education@museumofdesign.org to receive a link to the early registration page and member discount code before registering.

  • Email education@museumofdesign.org with any questions.

  • This camp takes place at Georgia Tech's Hinman Research Building, located at 723 Cherry St NW, Atlanta, GA 30332.

  • This class is a creative learning environment. All registrants agree:

    • to be respectful of others in all circumstances

    • to engage in collaborative practices with classmates and instructors

    • to only use appropriate language in verbal and written conversation

    • not to troll other participants and/or their design

    MODA reserves the right to remove any participant immediately if they engage in any conduct that detracts from the experiences of other participants and is not in line with the purpose of the class.

  • Camp registrations that are canceled 2 weeks prior to the start of the session will result in a refund of the amount paid minus a $100 non-refundable registration fee.

    No refunds will be available for cancellations less than 2 weeks prior to the start of the session.

    MODA reserves the right to cancel any camp or program that does not meet minimum enrollment requirements.

    If you have any last minute emergencies, do not hesitate to contact MODA at education@museumofdesign.org so that we can discuss the best options for you and your camper.

  • Students with learning differences and behavioral needs are welcome at MODA! Please contact education@museumofdesign.org to discuss your camper’s unique potential, and how we can best celebrate their strengths & accommodate their challenges.

  • This program is not licensed by Bright from the Start: Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning and is not required to be licensed. Bright from the Start does not regulate or routinely inspect this program. For additional information, go to www.decal.ga.gov or call 404.657.5562.

Previous
Previous
June 2

LEGO® Adventures: Eco Explorers

Next
Next
June 9

City Lab: Greenprint for the Future