The programme introduces primary school students to the built environment sector and challenges them to consider the role they each play in shaping the city. It’s a very rewarding programme to be part of as it really focuses on the experience and contribution of the young participants, creating a sense of belonging and purpose for everyone involved.
The themes of previous years included ‘bringing the wonder back’ and ‘sustainability’. Studio Egret West added an additional layer of complexity by asking students to consider the different disciplines that make up the built environment. The students rose to the challenge with a remarkable sense of curiosity and enthusiasm, contributing valuable ideas to different disciplines which occur in typical masterplan teams.
From energy specialists, transport engineers, landscape architects, urban designers and architects - the pupils embraced the different roles that work hand in hand in successful urban design and worked in a team to create a beautiful model that conveys their ideas and valuable contributions to placemaking at Earls Court.
We are looking forward to being part of the next ECDC Young City Makers programme which centres around the theme ‘play’ and unlocks pupils' imagination by not confining play to the playground. Instead, play should be woven into the fabric of everyday life and accessible to all.
