The Hip Hop Architecture Camp® is designed to introduce underrepresented youth to architecture, urban planning, creative place making and economic development through the lens of hip-hop culture. The Camp is based on the “4C’s”: Creativity, Collaboration, Communication, and Critical Thinking.

During the camp, students create unique visions for their communities which include the creation of physical models, digital models and the creation of a Hip-Hop Architecture track and music video summarizing their designs. For more information, please visit www.hiphoparchitecture.com.

2020 Recap

On August 1-11, 2020, Hip Hop Architecture Camp® held their free virtual camp experience for 635 middle school and high school students from 31 states and 3 countries. Students participated in design challenges in the areas of architecture, urban planning, fashion (shoe design), and music.

As a 2020 Gold Sponsor, ULI Charlotte had 30 students participate from the Charlotte area.

Winners from Charlotte:

• Kaluara Jones placed top 5 in the rap category. The link to her submission can be found here.
• Cianna Brown placed top 10 in the rap category. The link to her submission can be found here.
• Alvamir Jzar placed top 10 in the sneaker design challenge.

Past Programming