“FestivaL’and 7.0” invites participants to go beyond academic knowledge and leave the classroom to explore the physical world of materials, crafts and construction with city users of all generations. Led by design and architecture professionals, participants will generate ideas, design and create instant (or permanent) spatial interventions at a specific site in Valmiera.

The summer school is devoted to the idea of the contemporary ephemeral architecture and urban design elements as catalysts for important processes in the society, urban environments, perception, and usability of the city. During the summer school, participants will gain knowledge, skills and experience in the process of design creation from research, ideation, tectonic experimentation, to 1:1 scale hands-on construction.

Application for scholarships/fully funded places for international students and academic staff in 2026 is now closed.