E³UDRES² Bootcamp: Creative Roots – Designing experiences inspired by nature

Welcome to the Bootcamp – Designing Experiences Inspired by Nature was an immersive journey exploring the potential of emerging technologies in arts and culture to reconnect people with nature. As part of the Natur im Garten initiative, participants were challenged to design an experience that brought regionally relevant topics to life.

Whether through playful interaction, immersive games, or engaging on- and offline formats, they worked on real-world challenges with the goal of transferring knowledge and inspiring change. The bootcamp encouraged participants to merge technology, art, and nature in innovative ways to spark awareness and promote a shared responsibility for our planet.

Learning Outcomes

An initial online onboarding stage ensured that participants were well-informed, motivated, and ready for the intensive prototyping and MVP development ahead. The programme combined:

• hands-on learning with expert mentorship
• expert research knowledge

Participants deepened their knowledge in design thinking, business modelling, creative technologies, and problem-solving. At the same time, they developed essential soft skills such as time management, teamwork, and intercultural collaboration.

They pitched their concepts to a jury, refined their solutions, and prepared them for potential implementation. The programme offered a unique opportunity to address regional challenges, gain insights into the E³UDRES² regions, and build lasting connections with peers from across Europe – all within a dynamic and supportive environment that combined learning with enjoyment.