When you think of architecture, what do you think of? It’s buildings right? Skyscrapers, museums, and houses are all part of architecture but there’s things like playgrounds, parks, and more that you don’t always think of! Designing our very own playground is a kid friendly activity that’s always a big hit. Not only do they love building them but they also love playing on them! Here are some of our favourite playgrounds around Vancouver that we love to visit to enjoy some fresh air and sunshine.

When parents first hear the words architecture camp, they often picture kids sitting quietly drawing blueprints all day. In reality, architecture camps are hands-on, creative, messy, collaborative, and full of imagination!

At Petit Architect, architecture camp is all about helping kids explore design through building, problem-solving, art, engineering, and creativity. Every day gives campers the chance to think like real designers while still having fun, making friends, and creating projects they’re proud of.

A green audit might sound like something complicated, but it’s a simple, hands-on way to teach your kids about sustainability using something they already know well: your home! It turns big ideas like climate change and eco-friendly living into small, doable actions your family can take together.

If your kids have ever asked, “How can I help the planet?”, this is a great place to start.

Learning about the planet might start at childhood, but it shouldn’t stop there!

Whether you’re reading with your kids, guiding a curious teen, or looking to better understand sustainability yourself, the right book can turn awareness into action.

This reading list brings together some favourite environmental books for every age so your whole family can learn and take small steps toward a greener future together.

Every architect you've ever admired was once a kid who liked to build things. Some of the most influential designers and architects in history showed their instincts early, long before anyone called them a professional anything.

Here are a few of our favourites that we love to talk about:

If your kid loves to draw, build, and dream up imaginary worlds, you've probably found yourself staring down the summer camp list wondering: art camp or architecture camp? Here's an honest breakdown of both.

Cities are full of extremes. We have giant apartment towers on one side and sprawling single-family houses suburbs on the other. But what about the “middle”? That’s what urban planners are calling the missing middle. Homes like duplexes, triplexes, townhouses, and small apartment buildings that sit right between the big and the small.

Looking for the perfect gift for a young builder, creative thinker, or design-lover in your life? Whether you’re shopping for curious preschoolers, budding architects, hands-on teens, or educators who appreciate design, this guide highlights architecture and design gifts for every age group.

The holiday season is a time for joy and celebration, but it’s also one of the most wasteful times of the year. From excess packaging and single-use decorations to food waste, Christmas can leave a surprisingly large environmental footprint. Fortunately, with a few simple changes, you can enjoy a festive holiday while keeping waste to a minimum.