The Practice·Space Residency program is a 4-month alternative vocational training for young architects, designers, and creatives looking to deepen existing skills collaborating on real building projects in Detroit.

Based out of a former auto garage in Detroit’s North Corktown neighborhood, Residents are invited to collaborate with Detroit-based entrepreneurs launching new businesses in old spaces. Over the course of the 4-month term, Residents work in teams to develop architectural concepts, discover new business models, and weave compelling stories to attract the support that will allow the projects to move forward.

Beyond the project specific experience, Residents gain direct access to a network of experts and advisors, including an Off-Site studio membership, which features a dedicated desk and usage of the Practice·Space workspace as a homebase.

The Residency requires a part-time commitment of 20 hours per week. The program intentionally leaves considerable time open for Residents to launch their own projects, grow their own practices, carry other jobs or positions, and explore Detroit.

The next term begins in May 2014. Applications for the Summer Session are accepted until April 1, 2014. Learn more at: practicespace.org/residency.