Summer Camps by Lake Como Learning Hub

Silk - Sustainability, Innovation, Legacy and Knowledge

Lake Como Learning Hub·Como, Italy

Ages 19+·3-11 June 2026·1 week

The course is held in Como city center and features a dynamic mix of classroom sessions and field excursions. Unit 1 | Sustainability: Visit a textile manufacturing company to see how traditional craftsmanship integrates with modern industrial processes. Unit 2 | Innovation: Meet with local design studios and family businesses to learn about the "Made in Italy" strategic model. Unit 3 | Legacy: Join a guided tour of Como’s famous Rationalist architecture and explore former industrial sites regenerated into startup hubs. Unit 4 | Knowledge & SILK Lab: Participate in a high-energy workshop using the "How Might We" framework to prototype and pitch your team's creative solution. Unit 5 - LAB & Final Presentations Group Work | From Insight to Action The final unit of SILK Summer School is designed to be a moment where creativity, teamwork, and learning converge.