Design first. Test fast. Build for real. In this two-day workshop, Sinéad Ocean will guide participants through the full design process: ideation, prototyping, testing, revision, and final build. Youth will begin by designing and building a cardboard prototype of their project using the BeaverBot and simple materials. After testing and refining their design, instructors will translate the final version into plywood components. In the second session, participants assemble their wooden model using hand tools. This program emphasizes design thinking, iteration, and learning through trial, not perfection on the first try. No prior woodworking experience required. What You’ll Make A cardboard prototype of your original design A laser-cut plywood version of your refined model A fully assembled wooden project to take home (Project type may vary — small structures, organizers, decorative builds, etc.) What You’ll Learn How to move from idea to physical prototype Why designers prototype before building final versions Measuring, scaling, and adjusting dimensions How to identify structural weaknesses and improve them Safe use of drills, hammers, and fastening techniques The difference between a draft model and a finished build Ages 10-30 Register at the link below, spaces limited https://makespace.gymmasteronline.com/.../book/class/636117