tomorrow sees the start of our next two design-aerobics courses, covering the themes of ‘tech gadgets’ and ‘paper’:

tech gadgets (september 15 – november 15)

design aerobics 2011 new courses start thursday, september 15

as more technological objects find their way into everyday life we look at the most significant designs yet and ponder as to what might be around the corner.

— learning outcomes via the lessons, discussion, homework assignments and exercises participants will:

• gain a better understanding of the workings behind everyday gadgets • learn how popular appliances have evolved and where they are heading in the near future • the reality of electronics manufacturing on the environment • push your lateral thinking as we consider the technological environments of tomorrow • have the opportunity to enhance your portfolio by developing several design projects related to the theme • our instructors will help you verify your ideas so you can optimize them as much as possible during the course • you also have the opportunity to share your work with other participants.

course cost 69 USD – enroll here

(please note that we only accept payment via paypal)

paper (september 15 – november 15)

design aerobics 2011 new courses start thursday, september 15

description beyond a writing surface, paper can be used for so much more. furniture, lighting, packaging – from the planning stages to finished works, we will explore the infinite possibilities of this material.

— learning outcomes via the lessons, discussion, homework assignments and exercises participants will:

• learn how different types of papers are manufactured • have an increased understanding about the uses of paper across art, design and architecture • learn about the origins of iconic paper products and how they are being reinterpreted today • dispel your preconceptions of the material by discovering traditional paper applications in different cultures • have the opportunity to enhance your portfolio by developing several design projects related to the theme • our instructors will help you verify your ideas so you can optimize them as much as possible during the course • you also have the opportunity to share your work with other participants.

course cost

69 USD – enroll here

(please note that we only accept payment via paypal)

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are design-aerobics for you? design-aerobics are ideal for people with with very little time to exercise their design muscles. you can read the lessons whenever you like using nothing other than a web-browsing device. there is no academic requirements needed to take part, our courses are suitable design-enthusiasts of every age and cultural background.

— what you will need to take part in a course design-aerobics courses take place entirely online. there is no paperwork, no CDs or DVDs and there’s no need to install any new software.

all you need to enroll are: • a computer • internet connection • web-browser • email address • a passion for design!

study from wherever you like – whenever you like.visit the design-aerobics homepage to find out more