Weekend Intensive
Ever wonder why certain places make us feel more alive? There’s a science behind it!
During the Weekend Intensive, you’ll learn the evidence-based design principles behind delightful spaces and places with world-class leaders at the intersection of urban design and cognitive science.
Boston — September 2024
Learn evidence-based design strategies for more livable cities from world-class leaders.
In the weekend intensive (1.5 days), you’ll learn the latest in human biology and cognitive science to discern design lessons for our built environment.
Discover the latest breakthroughs linking the human mind and design
Understand how humans map and navigate new places
Explore how our minds conceive and comprehend space
Study subconscious psychological reactions to different stimuli
Network with the leading cognitive scientists specializing in spatial design and architects specializing in cognitive reactions to space
You will walk away from this Weekend Intensive with specific design considerations that should guide how we design the human environment. You’ll never view cities the same way again!
Boston Weekend Intensive
1.5 Days — September 2024
World-Class Leaders
Meet some of the world’s foremost thinkers in the field of cognitive architecture to understand how urban design is an extension of our biology.
Bleeding Edge Insights
Explore pioneering science to learn how our brains subconsciously interpret the world – and what that says about design.
Community Building
Learn how to design spaces where people want to linger and community can organically form.
FAQs
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The program will be led by leading academics and designers in the field of cognitive architecture. Complete the Weekend Intensive Interest Form for announcements of specific teachers closer to the event.
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The intensive is designed to be a balanced combination of lectures, walking tours, on-site sketching, and innovative technology demonstrations.
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Whether you are a college student or a seasoned professional, we know you will find value in this program.
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Please complete our interest form below and we will share an update when tickets go on sale.
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Email us at katherine@citymakerscollective.org for any additional questions.