When Origami transforms STEM into practical art: “doing math with your hands”. The Origami pre-project, designed for the CurieuCity #3 festival, introduced Brussels students to the art of paper folding while exploring its connections to STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics).
This workshop demonstrated that origami, an ancient discipline, can be a playful yet rigorous approach to understanding complex scientific and mathematical concepts. Students learned how to “do math with their hands” through simple folds and the construction of modular origami. They explored complex concepts such as Platonic solids, Euclidean and non-Euclidean geometries, while working with paper. These discoveries sparked discussions on practical applications of these shapes in fields like aerospace, road safety, and the military.
The Origami pre-project traveled through five Brussels schools: Jules Vernes (19 November), Daschbeck (21 November), Robert Dubois & Core Congrès Daschbeck (28 November), and the Institute of the Sisters of Our Lady (29 November).
The students’ creations from the Origami pre-project will be showcased at the CurieuCity #3 festival during the workshop on 30 November and 1 December. This workshop highlights a creative approach to STEM, fostering imagination, precision, and curiosity among young participants.
For more information, visit the festival’s website: Origami Workshop CurieuCity #3.
