Architecture for kids

Send us Fan MailPerfectly safe play can be a quiet kind of harm because it teaches children that the world is predictable. I am joined by civil engineer and artist Mike Hewson to explore what happens when we design parks that feel thrilling, surprising, and a little bit dangerous, while still being carefully thought through and responsibly built.Mike shares how he moved from engineering and marine construction into large-scale public art, then discovered that a sculpture could also be a playground. That shift opens up a bigger idea: play infrastructure can fund ambitious public artwork, and the best measure of success might be whether a space becomes the go-to spot for children’s birthday parties. We talk about rural freedom, urban constraint, and why kids need chances to test judgement, climb, wobble, and recover without adults flattening every edge of experience.We also get practical about how “risky-looking” design can sit inside real-world safety standards. Mike explains the choices behind open climbing structures, the tension between the risk management matrix and his “dullness matrix”, and why cognitive challenge matters for development and for adults too. From his Rocks on Wheels project in Melbourne to gallery works you can actually touch and play with, we keep coming back to the same question: are bureaucracy and fear of litigation shrinking public life, and do we want cities shaped that way?If you care about child-friendly cities, intergenerational public space, inclusive park design, and public art that people can truly use, you will get plenty to take away. Subscribe to Architecture for Kids, share the episode with a friend, and leave a rating and review so more people can find the conversation. Support the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when you stop chasing the “right answer” and start teaching the art of the question? We sit down with architect‑educators Pantéa Eslami and Hooman Talebi to explore how architectural thinking can transform how children learn, create, and collaborate—without trying to turn them into architects.Pantéa and Hooman share the origins of Archikid World, an educational platform that blends art, maths, storytelling, fabrication, and urban thinking. From carefully structured observation exercises to playful fabrication labs, they reveal how to design workshops that lower fear, invite safe failure, and build the soft skills schools often miss. Their cross‑disciplinary briefs ask kids to study animal anatomy, build clay characters, design spatial habitats, and film stop‑motion stories—teaching proportion, scale, perspective, and systems thinking along the way.We gained insight into their partnerships with the Toronto District School Board and the World Urban Pavilion in Regent Park, where Archikid connects classroom goals to real‑world contexts and the Sustainable Development Goals, especially SDG 11 on sustainable cities. The conversation is candid about challenges: each brief can take 100–150 hours to craft, making repetition and new models essential. Their answer is to design beautiful educational playsets that marry aesthetics with learning, bringing spatial reasoning and design literacy into homes and classrooms.If you care about critical thinking, creativity, and making learning feel alive, this story shows how architecture can be a mindset—process over perfection, curiosity over certainty, and purpose discovered through making. Subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review to help more educators and parents find the show. What would you change first about the school curriculum?Support the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan MailWhat if a classroom could seed a local business, reshape gender norms on site, and stand strong through a category‑five cyclone? We sit down with CAUKIN co‑founder Harry Thorpe to unpack architecture’s role in driving education, gender equity, and climate resilience, tracing a bold path from student initiative to 60+ transformative projects across Asia, the South Pacific, Africa, and Europe..We explore how co‑production—not just co‑design—anchors every stage, from forming the brief to sharing tools on site. Harry unpacks a Zambia case study with Mothers of Africa, where transparent decision‑making, mixed‑skill local crews, and young people‑led workshops turned four classrooms into a community engine. In Fiji, we look at practical resilience: buildings that survive extreme weather, then inspire families to replicate cyclone‑safe details using local materials. Along the way, we discuss working with NGOs, partnering with local architects and craftspeople, and tailoring drawings to different ways of learning so everyone can lead, not just follow.When travel halted, CAUKIN pivoted. We talk about moving the model into UK schools and launching global virtual workshops that bring together architects, makers, and social practitioners. The practice has matured, too—developing “architecture plus,” where spaces come bundled with livelihood pathways, micro‑enterprise, and skills training that keep value in the community. We also confront the hard questions: where our agency starts and ends, when to design ourselves out, and how to sustain impact with fair fees in charity‑led work.If you care about community architecture, humanitarian design, co‑production, education through building, and resilient, low‑carbon construction with local materials, this story offers practical tools and honest lessons. Subscribe, share with a colleague, and leave a review to help more listeners find the show—and tell us: what does true co‑production look like in your world?Support the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan MailWhen Dr Simon Johns first stepped into the vibrant classrooms of Ecuador—some overlooking the sea, others nestled in the Andean mountains, and a few without walls in the Amazon jungle—he discovered something profound about education. Wellbeing wasn't labeled or taught as a separate subject; it was woven into the fabric of learning itself.This revelation sparked a journey that would lead him back to Wales to develop and research digital wellbeing programs for schools. In this enlightening conversation with Antonio Capelao, Simon shares how his background in psychology and experiences teaching across continents shaped his innovative approach to student wellbeing.At the heart of Simon's research is "Pause Up," a digital resource that creates structured moments throughout the school day for students to reset mentally and physically. His findings reveal fascinating patterns across age groups: younger students embrace movement-based activities, while teenagers connect more deeply with reflective exercises exploring gratitude, empathy, and purpose. Perhaps most compelling is how the physical school environment—from modern facilities to century-old buildings—significantly impacts program effectiveness.Set against the progressive backdrop of Welsh education policy, which uniquely includes wellbeing as a core curriculum area, Simon's work takes on special significance. He articulates a vision where wellbeing isn't "an isolated island" visited occasionally but the foundation upon which all learning is built. His research points toward a future where the architecture of school spaces is fundamentally reconsidered with student and teacher wellbeing at its centre.For educators, designers, parents, and anyone interested in how physical spaces shape mental wellbeing, this conversation offers valuable insights into creating learning environments where young people can truly flourish. As Simon aptly puts it, "If wellbeing is at the top of the lesson plan, everything else runs smoother."Please subscribe to Architecture for Kids podcast and leave your rating and review. Recommend us to your friends and family. To find out more, visit antoniocaplan-portfolio.co.uk, buildingcenter.co.uk, thorntoneducationtrust.org, and https://www.cardiff.ac.uk/architectureSupport the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan MailProfessor Penny Hay shares her journey from disaffected student to Professor of Imagination, exploring how reimagined learning environments can transform education for children and young people. Her pioneering projects challenge traditional educational models by creating immersive spaces where creativity, architecture, and nature converge to empower young learners.• Art teacher saved Penny after friend's death at 16, leading to combined degree in education and fine art• First professional experience included teaching drawing to architects and engineers• School Without Walls project places children in residence at cultural venues for 6-7 weeks• Forest of Imagination transforms urban spaces by bringing nature into the city• Co-design and co-production with children central to all projects• Creating "beautiful living classrooms" where children's ideas are valued alongside professionals• Built environment and learning spaces critically impact how children engage with education• Reimagining education means seeing "the child as the curriculum and the community as the school"• Every classroom could be a studio – an immersive, multidisciplinary environment• Child-friendly cities benefit everyone and create more sustainable futures• Professor of Imagination role focuses on nature, wellbeing, and creative responses to global crisesSubscribe to Architecture for Kids podcast and follow us on Instagram @archforkidsCIC, Twitter @AntCapelao, and LinkedIn. Visit antoniocapelao-portfolio.co.uk, buildingcenter.co.uk, thorntoneducationtrust.org, and cardiff.ac.uk for more information.Support the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan MailChildren are not just the citizens of tomorrow. They are also - and equally - citizens today, with clear needs and concerns about the places where they live. Antonio's Architecture for Kids podcasts are a great platform for exploring why children are an 'indicator species' for cities, and how cities need to change.Support the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan MailI want to participate in this podcast to spread architecture education for children thanks to the network that Antonio Capelao weaves from the UK .  We learn together.Support the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan MailIt's been a pleasure being involved with this project that I hope is a reflection of all the great ideas happening around involving built environment professionals with young people.Support the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan MailI’m delighted to be taking part in the Architecture for Kids podcast. The right of children and young people to have a say and be listened to is vital in how we create better places. I look forward to talking about our research and practice on creating child-friendly places in Scotland.Support the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan MailChildren, teens and young people are here, now and have as much right as anyone else to shape the world around us all. I see taking part in this podcast series as a challenge to all built environment professionals to go out and engage with their younger co-citizens today instead of relinquishing them to the future.Support the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan MailI am passionate about engaging children in the urban design and town planning process, and this 'Architecture for Kids' podcast just provides the perfect platform for an open conversation. I find it both thought provoking and inspiring! Thank you Antonio for your colossal effort in putting together this wonderful learning resource for us!Support the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan MailYouth have the power to inspire and create cities, they are our future difference makers!Support the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan MailWith several years of experience as an architect in the education sector, and currently serving as the Learning Manager at RIBA, I have had the privilege of witnessing the truly gratifying sight of children engaging with architecture and the built environment. I am immensely grateful to accept Antonio's invitation to join this Podcast series, as I hope to inspire fellow professionals in the industry to embrace outreach programs aimed at educating children and young individuals about this crucial subject matter.Support the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan MailI love the idea of lots of different people and organisations coming together to share their stories about, and reasons for engaging with young people in the built environment. Many voices are better than one in spreading our collective message that’s it’s critical to include and inform YP in making decisions about their Cities.Support the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan MailI´m excited to be part of the podcast series, and to discuss how Architecture Education supports children to develop the essential skills and competencies necessary for today's society!Support the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan MailI believe that architecture-inspired construction play is one of the most valuable, creative, and complex learning activities that can happen in an early childhood classroom (ages 3-6). Support the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan MailI thank Antonio Capelao, and Architecture for Kids for the opportunity totalk about ideas which I believe are vital for both children and architecture/ schools and schooling. Schools may be places of learning and delight - for young people and adults - their teachers.Support the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan MailI am taking part in the podcast to raise awareness of the wonderful work we do here at Sir John Soane’s Museum to inspire and engage children and young people in architecture and the arts.Support the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan MailEngaging children in design thinking about their own environment can help them see their everyday place differently and make them feel listened to and that their opinions matter as citizens. I am impressed to see the line-up of speakers in this podcast series and look forward to listening to it.Support the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan MailOur projects showcase architects' creativity by turning something familiar into extraordinary experiences that inspire imaginative thinking about what the built environment can be. Support the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan MailElly joined the podcast to talk about how The Glass-House approaches working with young people as active participants in the continual shaping of the built environment around them.Support the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan Mail Our programs use architecture and design as a vehicle to foster learning, discovery, and creativity.  We hope that in this process, we can create a space where young people can cultivate a sense of agency and connection to the spaces and places they interact with every day.The Center for Architecture is the premier cultural venue for architecture and the built environment in New York City, informed by the complexity of the City’s urban fabric and in dialogue with the global community. The Center shares a home with the AIA New York Chapter and has the unique advantage of drawing upon the ideas and experiences of practicing architects to produce thought-provoking exhibitions, informative public programs, and quality design education experiences for K-12 students. It also leads New York City’s annual month-long architecture and design festival, Archtober. The Center for Architecture’s aim is to further public knowledge about New York City architecture and architects, foster exchange and collaboration among members of the design, development, building, scholarly, and policy sectors, and inspire new ideas about the role of design in communities by presenting contemporary and practical issues in architecture and urbanism to a general audience.  Support the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan MailI love working with children and being able to contribute to their growth- seeing them develop and flourish as individuals. Their creativity and imagination always inspires and delights. Every day in school is different and full of surprises and a new creative challenge!Support the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan MailHome is the most important piece of architecture in our lives. At MOBIE we want to attract and inspire the future creators of homes and the built environment by engaging young people in design challenges and creating exciting new technical and vocational courses and training.  We want to inspire them to deliver well designed and environmentally friendly homes of the future that we want and really need.Support the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan MailI have a passion for how we learn and experience the world through the education we are given, and our interaction with people from the earliest age. I’m very interested in the podcast to continue my own learning and how we can continually improve as designers of educational spaces!Support the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan MailOne of the priorities for Child Friendly Cardiff over the next 3 years is urban design and planning.  Cardiff is one of the fastest growing cities in the UK, it is important for a capital city to build the needs of children and young people into the city.                 Building the needs of children into urban design and planning is about spatial justice and a child rights approach. Support the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan MailThis podcast provides an opportunity to discuss how we can draw on the creativity of children and young people, inspiring them to playfully re-imagine our relationship with climate and ecology through the co-design of the built environment. Support the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan MailCreating such a brilliant method to bring the many voices out front stage rather than hidden in text allows for an incredible dialogue to flourish into the future and Thornton Education Trust is delighted to be part of that journey.Support the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan MailI have decided to take part in the podcast because I am extremely passionate about education kids for architecture.Support the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan MailJestico + Whiles' Charlotte Keime joins us to discuss the practice's approach to mentoring, which focuses on working with young people from non-traditional backgrounds to build knowledge of the architecture and design industry where they have been historically underrepresentedSupport the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan MailOur profession needs to truly reflect the diversity of the places we are part of, therefore I fully embraced this podcast opportunity looking to promote our profession to children and parents. Support the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan MailParticipating in the podcast gave me the chance to explain and promote the aims of Temple Bar Trust. It was an exciting opportunity to talk about my journey into photography, working with some of the greatest British architects and engineers. I have been fortunate to have a long and fascinating career through architectural photography and education.My role at Temple Bar gives me the ability to enlighten, educate and learn.Support the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan MailSTOP telling young people they’re not creative. And START showing them how creativity is at the heart of every brilliant thing they could ever wish to do. That’s all I really wanted to say. (You can skip my podcast now!).Support the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan MailOur young people have so much to contribute to our cities but we must make the time to listen to them and give them the skills to work creatively and collaboratively to be able to imagine their future. I’m delighted to join a podcast which also believes in this. Support the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan MailThe reason for my participation in the Architecture for Kids Podcast is that as an international educationalist, I am passionate about young people having opportunities to engage with the built and natural environments creatively and in as many ways as possible. Schools globally engage young people in the natural environment quite well, but opportunities for them to associate with the built environment are rare. What better was to do this than by immersing them in Architecture for Kids. Support the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan MailIt really is an honour to be included in this exciting project and to be able to reflect with Antonio on how my academic work focuses on enabling young children to have the scientific and ethical skills they need to build a better future.Support the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan MailChildren are the future designers, builders and custodians of our buildings and places so I'm delighted to be taking part in this series that prioritises children's experience and involvement in the built environment. Support the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan MailChildren are the future and need to be involved in decision making and creative design processes, it was such a pleasure to discuss these important topics on the Architecture for kids podcast and share my work and experiences with Antonio. Thank you so much for having me. Support the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan MailThe  podcast covers a very important topic that needs more awareness bought to it. Thank you for the opportunity to participate. Ella HorentRecording a podcast was a completely new experience for me, but I found it really interesting discussing with Antonio, Ella and Kamal why design based subjects should be introduced to children earlier in the curriculum and I believe this has improved my approach towards primary research and interviews when conducting site visits for future projects.  Joshua KindlonIt is always great to be part of the change, to be part of changing mindsets to the better, to be part of being building a brighter future to all upcoming generations. Kamal HaddadSupport the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan MailIt’s great to be involved with this podcast, to have the opportunity to discuss the work we have been doing over the years and hopefully spread to word wider about some of our outreach work.  Shape My Street was conceived as a tool to introduce children in Wales between the ages of 7 and 11 to design as a creative endeavour. There were three key aims: 1) to highlight the value of design in making better homes and neighbourhoods; 2) to provide a vehicle for collaborative, creative activities in the classroom; 3) to increase awareness among this age group (KS2) around potential pathways and careers in design, construction and the built environment;  Shape my Street was deliberately made uncomplicated, resource-light and based online, so that any KS2 class can participate, regardless of geographic location, financial means, or demographic. Support the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan MailThe natural and built environment offers an incredible learning environment to young people. By immersing themselves in their neighbourhood, they can understand complex challenges, articulate creative responses and build capabilities to actively engage in shaping their environments. The Architecture for Kids podcast series champions this idea, which is also at the core of the engagement strategy at the Welsh School of Architecture. The podcast series will be a valuable resource for academics, school teachers, parents, local authorities and community groups in the context of the new Curriculum for Wales. Most importantly, I hope this podcast series will enthuse young people to study architecture and design-related subjects and craft their careers in the creative industries.  Support the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan MailYoung people's existence in the built environment is rarely given airtime so its been great to take part in the Architecture for Kids Podcast series.Support the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan MailWhat a great conversation with Antonio for the Architecture for Kids podcast. It was very interesting to reflect on our outreach education work with kids over the last 15 years, and I think the podcasts will be an important survey of all the different people involved with this type of work.Support the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan MailYoung V&A aims to celebrate the creativity of children and young people through art design and performance, so I’m delighted to be taking part in this series that explores their perspectives and voices in design, architecture and the built environment.Support the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.  

Send us Fan MailWorking at the Built Environment Trust combines two things I’m really passionate about: the built environment and people. The Trust’s Learning programme focuses on reaching new audiences outside the built environment and to connect, inspire and empower people to appreciate and direct the impact their surroundings have on their daily lives. To have played an active role in making this podcast happen has been both interesting and rewarding. There is so much talent and an array of amazing projects out there.  Support the showHosted by founder Antonio Capelao, and co-produced with the Built Environment Trust, the Thornton Education Trust, and the Welsh School of Architecture Cardiff University .These short and to-the-point podcasts hope to improve the interplay between the fields of the built environment and education as we share knowledge between the practitioner, the creative, and the primary school teacher. Exploring how to prepare children and young people for economic, environmental, and societal challenges, and for their professional lives according to today’s needs and those of a sustainable future.