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Lake Como SILK Summer School Course
SILK Summer School is built around four fundamental pillars that define the unique ecosystem of Lake Como: Sustainability: From environmental responsibility to circular economy in high-end textile production. Innovation: Exploring how creativity, technology, and entrepreneurship transform traditional industries into global leaders. Legacy: Understanding how cultural heritage and historic identity drive modern design and urban regeneration. Knowledge: Mastering the "Design Thinking" mindset to create impactful solutions for the future. The course is held in the city center of Como and features a dynamic mix of classroom sessions and field excursions.
SILK Summer School is built around four fundamental pillars that define the unique ecosystem of Lake Como: Sustainability: From environmental responsibility to circular economy in high-end textile production. Innovation: Exploring how creativity, technology, and entrepreneurship transform traditional industries into global leaders. Legacy: Understanding how cultural heritage and historic identity drive modern design and urban regeneration. Knowledge: Mastering the "Design Thinking" mindset to create impactful solutions for the future. The course is held in the city center of Como and features a dynamic mix of classroom sessions and field excursions.
Program Highlights
Explore the "Larian Model" to understand how 500 years of silk heritage connect with modern entrepreneurship and craftsmanship excellence.
Apply a multidisciplinary framework built on sustainability, innovation, legacy, and knowledge through design thinking principles.
Engage in over 45 hours of experiential learning through site visits, design studios, and tours of Como’s Rationalist architecture.
Practice design thinking by progressing from empathy to prototyping using the “CreActionality” approach to real-world business challenges.
Connect with an international network of students and local avant-garde organizations through the SILK Lab and final project presentations.
Quick Details
- Como, Italy
- Summer
- Accounting
- Architecture
- Art & Fine Arts
- Art History
- Arts
- Business
- Classical Studies
- Communications
- Continuing Education
- Design
- Earth Sciences
- Economics
- History
- Social Sciences
- Sociology
- Sustainable Development
- All Nationalities
Program Details
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Locations
- Como, Italy
Types and Subjects
- Subjects & Courses
- Accounting
- Architecture
- Art & Fine Arts
- Art History
- Arts
- Business
- Classical Studies
- Communications
- Continuing Education
- Design
- Earth Sciences
- Economics
- History
- Social Sciences
- Sociology
- Sustainable Development
Availability
Years Offered: 2026
- Summer
Age Requirement
18+
Guidelines
All Nationalities
Starts At
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Tuition & Fees
- All Program Activity Costs
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University 5th Year or More
- University Senior (4th Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- Some college credit, no degree
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Online Application
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