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Humanities

The 15 Minute City

Humanities4 Phases3 – 4 WeeksGrades 6–8

Grade LevelGrades 6–8

Expert MentorPallavi Varma-Patil

Average Rating4.35/5

Learned Something New94.96%

The Brief

What this project is really about

Can we imagine life: our school, friendships, food, recreation, leisure with less dependence on fossil fuels? Will it be a life of fun or hardships and limited choices? Or Can it be full of vibrant and sustainable relationships between humans and non-humans? We invite you to experience this idea through a month-long project called 'Exploring a 15 minute city life'. Worldwide, 15 Minute city is an urban planning concept in which most daily necessities and services, such as work, shopping, education, healthcare, and leisure can be easily reached by a 15-minute walk, cycle ride, or public transit ride from any point in the city.

Skills & Learning

What you'll walk away knowing how to do

This project isn't about memorising facts. It's about building capabilities that transfer — to your next project, your next class, and beyond.

🗺️Urban PlanningGeography . Social Studies

🌍Sustainability AnalysisEnvironmental Science

🏛️Community ResearchSocial Studies

🧠Design ThinkingCritical Thinking

📖Structured CommunicationEnglish

Expert Guidance

Learn from someone who does this for a living

You're not learning from a textbook. You're learning from a practitioner.

Project Mentor

Your Mentor

Pallavi Varma-Patil

ATREE

Pallavi Varma-Patil brings real-world expertise and professional depth to this project, guiding students through every phase with insight that goes beyond the classroom.

Project Journey

Four phases. One real outcome.

Here's exactly what you'll do — and in what order. No surprises.

Phase One

Research & Discover

Immerse yourself in the problem. Gather real data, talk to stakeholders, and understand the landscape from primary and secondary sources.

⏱ Week 1

Phase Two

Analyse & Ideate

Find the patterns. Identify root causes, generate multiple solution ideas, and stress-test which approaches are genuinely feasible.

⏱ Week 2

Phase Three

Design & Build

Create your solution — whether it's a prototype, proposal, campaign, or product. Make it real enough to show an actual audience.

⏱ Week 3

Phase Four

Present & Reflect

Present your work, field questions, and articulate what you learned. Document your journey so others can build on it.

⏱ Week 4

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