Design Hive Workshops for Kids

Design Hive Workshops for Kids offers hands-on projects such as epoxy resin design, a Mini House Workshop, lego robotics, digital music creation, jewelry making, an LED wand workshop, candle making, creative engineering, and a weekend maker studio. Kids can also take part in Soap Making, sneaker and fashion design, marbling and mosaics, and 2D design with a Glowforge in a process-based art and technology setting.

• Ages: 4–18 years old

Design Hive Workshops for Kids is part of a process-based art and technology studio that focuses on dynamic experiential learning and making in an inclusive environment. The program is led by a team of educators, artists, engineers, and lifelong tinkerers. Co-founder Lauren Arshad has over a decade of experience in science and technology education, a degree in Philosophy from UC Santa Barbara, and a Masters in Teaching. Co-founder Jennifer Cefaly has degrees in Art, Art History, and Educational Technology, along with a Masters in Elementary Education from Loyola Marymount University specializing in Literacy & Language Arts, and 20 years of experience as a classroom teacher and curriculum development expert. Design Hive’s mission states a commitment to supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion in STEAM and Maker Education, and to creating unique learning experiences in both formal and informal learning environments. The organization collaborates on museum installations, develops school curriculum, organizes corporate events, and hosts summer camps, and co-founder Jennifer Cefaly serves on the Advisory Board at the Argo Navis School as chair of the Community Outreach Committee.

Last updated July 4, 2026.