Venue: Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital, Capitol Hill
Address: 921 Pennsylvania Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20003
Date & Time: Wednesday, 18 February 2026 ~ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Workshop Description:
Why wait decades to build a masterpiece? In two hours you’ll learn to craft iconic architectural pop‑up cards from simple sheets of paper. Using basic hand tools and precision folds, you’ll create landmarks such as the White House and leave with a display‑ready piece or a unique gift. This hands‑on session suits beginners and those refining their paper‑modeling skills.
Target audience: Adults and ages 14+
Capacity: Max 16 participants
Duration: 2 hours
Materials: All materials included; complimentary beverage provided
Key takeaways
Learn meditative cutting and folding techniques.
Recreate world‑famous landmarks in paper form.
Build shareable pieces for friends and family.
Develop architectural modeling and origami skills.
Hear short historical stories behind each landmark.
Connect with the local creative community.
About ViVasThu
ViVasThu is a woman‑owned studio offering art, design, and architectural services in the Washington, DC metro area. Mandira Sareen, Partner and master model maker, leads this workshop.
Legal & usage
© 2025 ViVasThu. All rights reserved. The Paper Architect Hack™ is a trademark of ViVasThu. Workshop materials are for personal use only and may not be reproduced, distributed, or used commercially without written permission.
Refund & cancellation
No refunds. Transfers are allowed if requested by email info [at] vivasthu.com at least 48 hours before the event. Transfers are subject to availability and may be applied to a future workshop within 12 months. Last‑minute cancellations (under 48 hours) cannot be transferred.
IP & materials
Workshop exercises and handouts are for personal use only. Submitting detailed project files does not transfer intellectual property to ViVasThu. If you need confidentiality, request an NDA before uploading proprietary materials.
Accessibility & safety
Please notify us of accessibility needs when booking info [at] vivasthu.com. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. ViVasThu is not responsible for personal items; please remove EXIF metadata from any photos you share.
Venue: Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital, Capitol Hill
Address: 921 Pennsylvania Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20003
Date & Time: Wednesday, 18 February 2026 ~ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Workshop Description:
Why wait decades to build a masterpiece? In two hours you’ll learn to craft iconic architectural pop‑up cards from simple sheets of paper. Using basic hand tools and precision folds, you’ll create landmarks such as the White House and leave with a display‑ready piece or a unique gift. This hands‑on session suits beginners and those refining their paper‑modeling skills.
Target audience: Adults and ages 14+
Capacity: Max 16 participants
Duration: 2 hours
Materials: All materials included; complimentary beverage provided
Key takeaways
Learn meditative cutting and folding techniques.
Recreate world‑famous landmarks in paper form.
Build shareable pieces for friends and family.
Develop architectural modeling and origami skills.
Hear short historical stories behind each landmark.
Connect with the local creative community.
About ViVasThu
ViVasThu is a woman‑owned studio offering art, design, and architectural services in the Washington, DC metro area. Mandira Sareen, Partner and master model maker, leads this workshop.
Legal & usage
© 2025 ViVasThu. All rights reserved. The Paper Architect Hack™ is a trademark of ViVasThu. Workshop materials are for personal use only and may not be reproduced, distributed, or used commercially without written permission.
Refund & cancellation
No refunds. Transfers are allowed if requested by email info [at] vivasthu.com at least 48 hours before the event. Transfers are subject to availability and may be applied to a future workshop within 12 months. Last‑minute cancellations (under 48 hours) cannot be transferred.
IP & materials
Workshop exercises and handouts are for personal use only. Submitting detailed project files does not transfer intellectual property to ViVasThu. If you need confidentiality, request an NDA before uploading proprietary materials.
Accessibility & safety
Please notify us of accessibility needs when booking info [at] vivasthu.com. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. ViVasThu is not responsible for personal items; please remove EXIF metadata from any photos you share.
