Creative education for future innovators
Arkki was founded in Finland in 1993 and is the world's leading school of architecture and creative education for children and youth from 4 to 19 years old. We have opened our doors to Singapore with the aim of building a systematic and progressive creative education ecosystem for children and youth, connecting them to their peers throughout ASEAN, Asia and with Finland through international camps, projects and exchange programmes.
In Finland, the Arkki curriculum has since integrated into the national extra-curricular creative program and is endorsed by the Finnish Ministry of Education & Culture. Arkki is also certified by the Finnish National Agency for Education to export the Finnish education know-hows to the rest of the world. For over 25 years, Arkki has organized thousands of courses and workshops for more than 20,000 children in more than 20 countries.
Our Trusted Partners
Weekly Courses & After School Sessions
Weekly Architecture and Design for 7-9 y.o.,
(🌟 Additional location & classes available!)
From shelters to story worlds, pupils create 3D models while building their design foundation and spatial understanding around shapes, materials, light and how nature influences design. Along the way, they develop bold imagination, observation and problem-solving skills.
(Kada @Maxwell)
* 7-9 y.o. / Sat 9.30 - 11am
(At Dunearn Village)
* 7-9 y.o. / Sat 1.30 - 3pm
Weekly Architecture & Design for 10-13 y.o.
Children aged 10–13 take on real-world challenges - from reimagining cities to designing buildings, products and game environments. Through sketching, prototyping and model-making, they'll learn to design with purpose, gaining skills in creative thinking, collaboration, and systems design.
(Kada @Maxwell) Every Sun 9.30 - 11am
After-School Short Bursts
School subjects without feeling like school. 
Children explore Math, Science and History through building, testing and making - turning abstract concepts into ideas they can see, touch and understand.
Holiday Workshops
[Jul-Aug Hols] Build Your World!
Design and build your future dream home with gardens, landmarks and places for relaxation.
[Jul-Aug Holiday] Build Wild! Nature Meets Architecture
What if you could live in a giant seashell, an animal-inspired shelter or a treehouse in the forest canopy? Explore the fascinating world of organic architecture design and discover how nature inspires some of the world's most imaginative buildings.
Meet Our Coaches
“Architecture is where art and real life collide, if done well, adds richness to society as a whole.”
Lead Coach
Master of Architecture, National University of Singapore
Tirza is a registered architect and comes with more than five years of experience as a project architect. She enjoys interacting with children and has experience teaching children in different settings - from one-on-one tutoring to group management of young children. As a mother and an architect, Tirza loves that architecture is now being used as a tool to teach and encourage creative thinking.
“Architecture creates a beautiful world through art and science. It expands the mind and brings joy to the heart.”
Design and Creative Coach
Master of Arts (Urban Design), National University of Singapore
Dhanen is a T-skilled designer with more than two decades of cross-functional work experience, including landscape designing and teaching at institutes of higher learning. An enthusiast in urban agriculture and green design, Dhanen is a proponent of the circular economy. He is eager to exchange his professional philosophy, creative insights and design mastery with the community, and together explore the wonders of our natural and built environment.
“The ability to bring communities together and create a space of belongingness is the greatest impact architecture has.”
Design and Creative Coach
Master of Architectural Science, University of Sydney
Stuti is an experienced designer and educator who is passionate about purposeful experiences, sustainability and innovating creative spaces to address people and business needs through a user centric and empathetic design approach. Stuti aspires to educate young minds to think creatively about bringing balance, rhythm and flow to environments that unite communities to live in harmony.
“Architecture is about building a better world for the people by the people.”
Lead Coach (Special Projects)
Bachelor of Arts (Interior Design), LASALLE College of The Arts
Li Hiang is an interior design professional who recently turned her ideals and skillsets into educational tools as Arkki’s design and creative coach. Li Hiang has more than 5 years of design experience, specialising in hospitality, commercial and residential projects. She is passionate about bringing ideas to life and looks forward to inspiring children and adults to do the same. Other than design, Li Hiang enjoys being surrounded by her plants and pets, and…a game of volleyball!
“Inspiring children in architecture teaches me the pure fun of boundless imagination and joyful design.”
Design & Creative Coach
Master of Architecture, Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD)
Xin Yan enjoys blending critical thinking, leadership, and innovative problem-solving into his coaching approach. Formerly a Design Innovator at Design Innovation Singapore, Xin Yan comes with a wealth of experience in facilitating creative solutioning sessions with corporations and schools. Beyond the design realm, Xin Yan is a sports enthusiast who finds joy in marathons and badminton games.
"Inspiring youth with design & architecture (can) spark creativity and empower future innovators to shape their environment.”
Design & Creative Coach
Bachelor of Arts (Interior Design), LASALLE College of The Arts
Xen brings a unique blend of creativity and technical expertise to The Possible Class. Her foundation in sustainable urban design and interior design accompanied by work experience spanning architectural projects and teaching art to children showcase her versatility and passion for design. This passion has recently expanded to tattoo art. Xen's skills in design and creative directions will promise to enrich the learning experience of students and adults.
"Teaching youth reveals architecture beyond lines; full of play, imagination, and the spark they help me rediscover!”
Design and Creative Coach
Master of Architecture, Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD)
Nasrin blends architectural training with hands-on project experience, from building a speculative floating city model for the Art Science Museum to working on community-led structures in the UK. She’s inspired by architecture’s craft and its ability to socially transform spaces and serve the communities within them. She enjoys the energy and honesty of young learners, guiding them to observe, question and prototype boldly.
"Watching wild ideas grow from scribbly sketches to models, that’s where real architectural thinking begins."
Design and Creative Coach
Bachelor of Science (Architecture and Sustainable Design),
Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD)
Weichu is trained in Architecture and Sustainable Design at SUTD and has worked on projects ranging from urban concepts to visual communication, including contributions to the Guangzhou Knowledge City Hub. She brings both technical clarity and creative energy to the studio, guiding students through modelling, experimentation, and problem-solving. She enjoys making complex ideas accessible and hands-on, helping young learners see how design shapes the world around them.