What is the Urban Design Challenge
The Urban Design Challenge is a week long event where participants work in teams to redesign high-profile urban spaces in Colorado. In this challenge, teams will recreate an improved version of a specific infrastructure in Colorado. Teams will use systems thinking to improve flow between many elements such as traffic and population. Teams will integrate water, energy, and community priorities into their designs. They will also plan for future generations and emerging technologies while managing zoning laws and other restrictions. Once teams plan out their design, they will become immersed in the design by using LEGOs to bring their design to life.
Why Participate in the Urban Design Challenge
Participates will:
- Gain knowledge and experience working with challenges facing cities
- Explore and redesign high-profile urban spaces in Colorado
- Deep dive into energy systems, systems thinking, and low impact water strategies
- Work with experts in the field
- Practice integrating water, energy, and community values into urban designs
- Become imersied in the design through an interactive LEGO challenge
Additional Details
- Next Urban Design Challenge:
- Registration Deadline:
- Location:
- Who is eligible: Undergraduate Students, Graduate Students, and Early Professionals