Weeks 1 to 4 Foundations Pack
What The Foundations Phase Covered
| Week | Skill | Resource |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Framing a real problem before solving it | Week 1 Guide, Problem Framing Template |
| 2 | The design process end to end | Week 2 Guide, Process Timeline |
| 3 | Tools, software, and a file system for two projects | Week 3 Guide, Setup Checklist |
| 4 | Creative confidence through drills | Skill Drills Workbook |
Ready For Project 1 Checklist
- I can turn a vague concern into a clear problem statement.
- I understand the design process arc: research, define, ideate, prototype, test, refine.
- My tools work and my folders are ready for two projects.
- I can generate and sketch ideas quickly without freezing.
Running Projects You Will Take Forward
- Design track: redesign a desk organiser or creative learner toolkit.
- Architecture and spatial track: design a compact creative learning pod.
Next week, Project 1 begins with a real brief and a research plan.