The Architect Challenge

7 cutting-edge challenges to revolutionize how you design architecture for the future.

Step into the frontier of design innovation with The Architect Challenge — a transformative 7-part series where each 30-day challenge immerses you in a powerful new method for conceptualizing architecture through the lens of emerging and future technologies. Created by Maria Lorena Lehman, each challenge begins with a mind-expanding lecture that introduces a new architectural paradigm, complete with diagrams that visually decode complex ideas into accessible, high-impact design insights. These methods are then brought vividly to life through Maria Lorena Lehman's cinematic concept design films, showing each approach in action through compelling case studies that spark inspiration and possibility.

But this isn’t passive learning — it's a full-spectrum creative experience. You’ll actively apply each method to your own project: ideating, conceptualizing, and visualizing your unique interpretation using any medium you choose: sketching, rendering, animation, or beyond. Submit your final visualization for optional personal feedback from Maria Lorena Lehman — and let each challenge level up your design thinking, portfolio, and future-readiness. Designed for practicing architects and firm leaders looking to stay ahead of the curve, this is your creative laboratory for architectural breakthroughs.

What makes The Architect Challenge truly transformational:

• 7 x 30-day design challenges, each focused on an innovative method for future-integrated architecture
• Insight-rich video lectures with diagrams that fuel immediate “a-ha” moments
• Futuristic concept design films by Maria Lorena Lehman that showcase methods in action
• Challenge prompts that ignite your own design ideation, visual storytelling, and experimentation
• Optional personalized feedback from Maria to refine your work and sharpen your edge
• A portfolio-enhancing journey ideal for both solo practitioners and design firm teams

By the end of the series, you won’t just think differently about architecture—you’ll design differently, with a portfolio of visionary work that positions you at the forefront of the future.