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ARCHITECTURE

Frequently asked questions

• When does booking open?

  You can reserve your 1-to-1 consultation today. We expect these sessions to get booked up incredibly quickly and there are only a limited number of spots available, so don’t wait!

• What does it cost?

  1-to-1 consultation = £30 suggested minimum donation (please give generously – it’s all for charity!) Students can share the donation cost, with up to three people i.e. 3-to-1 consultation.

• Can I buy a consultation for a friend?

  Yes, absolutely! If you’d like to gift a session to someone else (perhaps as a Christmas present!?), we can provide a consultation certificate, and find a suitable day/time. Just email us at info@azuko.org and we’ll make it work!

• I’m a student, can I book a consultation?

  Of course. All the Designers and Architects would love to chat with you. Whether you’re a school student interested to know more about a particular design profession or what further studies involve, or a University student/graduate interested to chat about the world of work. You can even use the session to practice a project pitch – just let us know on the signup form. Get booking!

• What do I need to bring to my consultation?

  The consultations are digital (via Zoom). Please bring as much information as possible about your project to the session, such as plans, drawings and photographs. You’ll be able to share your screen.

• What is Zoom? Do I need to download it?

  Zoom is a video conferencing software. You don't need to install any extra software to join. You can do it all through a web browser. Once you have donated to AzuKo to secure your slot, you’ll be sent a Zoom meeting invite. Just click on the link when your meeting is ready to begin.

• What is The Big Give?

  The Big Give Christmas Challenge is the UK’s largest match funding campaign, which runs from 1-8 December. AzuKo has been allocated a ‘matching pot’ to double donations made by our supporters. This means there’s no better time to donate to us. One donation, twice the impact.

• What impact will my donation have?

  Your donation will help us design and build a playground for underprivileged children in Sundarban village, northwest Bangladesh.

  All children have the right to play and to enjoy their childhood. Research shows that play is crucial for children’s development, and their longterm success. It builds confidence, creativity, communication and critical thinking skills. It contributes to greater achievement at school and higher rates of employment and salaries after graduation.

  But for those living in poverty in Bangladesh, play feels like a luxury. Many children spend time away from school, helping in the home or fields, rather than playing. There are few play facilities in schools and it’s not integrated into the curriculum. We believe play is not a ‘nice to have’, it’s a child’s basic right. Your investment in this playground will spark opportunities for generations of children.

• What are the Designers and Architects paid?

  Nothing – they’re all generously donating their time to help raise money for AzuKo!

• I’ve booked a consultation, but now can’t attend. Can I get a refund?

  Sessions are booked with a donation to AzuKo. Unfortunately, we can’t refund donations.