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Practical learning for architecture, design, construction, and the built environment.
Focused, on-demand courses designed to connect learning directly to practice.
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Practical learning for architecture, design, construction, and the built environment. Search by topic, title, or instructor.
Try “carbon”, “Paul”, “Revit”, or “AI”.
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Join Nova for $95/month and access every available course and all three Practice Series with your active membership. Prefer a focused learning path? Each complete series is also available for $195 one-time.
Nova by Vireo · Practice Series
Connect what you learn.
Change how you work.
Three focused series connect Paul Aubin’s applied Revit instruction with Branka Knezevic’s courses on design, communication, and professional practice.
Space Planning
in Practice
Move from a spatial idea to a coordinated interior. Connect design judgment with Revit workflows for layouts, furniture, finishes, lighting, and presentation.
Work toward: a clear interior proposal that explains the layout and coordinates its key elements.
Explore the learning focus
- Compare layouts and circulation.
- Connect furniture choices with plans and schedules.
- Coordinate finishes, ceilings, and lighting.
- Present the reasoning behind a design.
Start with an individual course
Communication
in Practice
Make your design easier to understand. Connect writing and presentation skills with clear drawings, consistent graphics, and well-organized documentation.
Work toward: a design presentation and drawing package that helps clients and teams make informed decisions.
Explore the learning focus
- Explain ideas with clarity and purpose.
- Coordinate drawings, graphics, and annotations.
- Organize sheets and manage revisions.
- Match the presentation to the audience.
Start with an individual course
Collaboration
in Practice
Bring the people and the model into alignment. Connect leadership and project-delivery principles with Revit standards, shared models, and coordinated exchanges.
Work toward: a practical coordination plan with clear responsibilities, checks, and handoffs.
Explore the learning focus
- Build trust and establish responsibilities.
- Set up repeatable project standards.
- Coordinate linked models and shared information.
- Check exchanges before handing work to a team.
Start with an individual course
Learn. Reflect.
Apply.
Each series brings related courses together around a practical goal. Watch focused lessons, use the Pause & Apply exercises to connect ideas to your work, and check your understanding through course assessments.
All three series are complete. Choose a series for $195, or access every series and the entire Nova library through membership at $95/month.
Learning Tracks
Explore the full spectrum of modern learning — from creativity and technology to leadership, wellness, and sustainability — through NOVA’s curated tracks designed for the evolving world of work.
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From architecture and interiors to fashion, product, and visual design, NOVA empowers creatives to shape the world through form, function, and storytelling. Courses explore spatial design, material innovation, digital tools, and the business of creativity — helping designers turn ideas into meaningful impact.
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Sustainability is no longer optional — it’s the foundation for every industry. These courses translate climate adaptation, ESG frameworks, and circular-economy principles into practical strategies for architects, developers, and decision-makers shaping a more resilient world.
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True leadership demands adaptability, empathy, and collaboration. NOVA’s leadership programs blend behavioral science and emotional intelligence to strengthen communication, decision-making, and resilience across teams, organizations, and creative ventures.
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Technology is evolving faster than most can learn it. From AI and automation to spatial computing and Web3, these courses empower professionals to understand, adopt, and innovate with the systems shaping tomorrow’s economy and the creative industries within it.
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Creativity drives growth in the modern economy. NOVA helps founders, consultants, and creators master strategy, storytelling, and financial fluency — turning great ideas into sustainable ventures and independent practices built for long-term success.
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Public institutions are transforming — embracing innovation, transparency, and sustainability. NOVA supports civic leaders with training in policy design, infrastructure resilience, and digital modernization that strengthens communities at every level.
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Peak performance begins with well-being. These courses blend neuroscience, mindfulness, and recovery science to help individuals and organizations sustain energy, focus, and creativity over time — because a thriving mind drives meaningful work.
Leadership, Management & Professional Development
Lead with vision and empathy.
The Leadership Track develops the human side of professional excellence — teaching communication, collaboration, and emotional intelligence at every level. Explore how to guide creative teams with clarity and resilience through courses like Collaborative Leadership, HR Essentials, and Design Management Fundamentals.
Whether you lead projects, people, or ideas, these lessons help you inspire others while staying true to your own creative integrity.
Health, Wellness & Human Performance
Well-being fuels creativity.
The Health & Wellness Track explores how balance, focus, and self-awareness drive enduring success. Learn how to sustain your energy, clarity, and emotional resilience through courses like Mindfulness for Creatives, Longevity, Legacy & Creativity, and Wellness & Sustainability in Design.
Whether you’re leading a team or working independently, these lessons help you create from a place of strength — where wellness becomes your most powerful design tool.
Sustainability & Environmental Leadership
Design for a resilient future.
The Sustainability & Environmental Leadership Track empowers architects, designers, and leaders to align creativity with responsibility. Learn to integrate ESG frameworks, regenerative design, and adaptive reuse to create systems that sustain both people and the planet. Explore courses like Net Zero Now, Wellness & Sustainability in Design, and Brownfield Redevelopment to transform environmental values into tangible impact.
Whether you’re shaping buildings, policies, or communities, these lessons help you design with purpose — for today and generations to come.
Creative Industries
Creativity is the foundation of innovation.
The Creative Industries Track celebrates the people who turn imagination into impact — architects, designers, storytellers, and thinkers who shape how we live and experience the world. Explore courses like Space Planning for Architects & Designers, Design Enterprise, and Creative Thinking: Unlocking Innovation and Problem-Solving to master the art, science, and business of creativity.
Whether you’re refining your craft, building a studio, or redefining what design means today, these lessons help you elevate your vision and make it real.
Technology, Innovation & the Meta Economy
Where creativity meets computation.
The Technology & Innovation Track explores how emerging tools are reshaping design, development, and human experience. From AI and automation to smart construction and Web3, learn how technology becomes a partner in creative thinking and execution. Explore courses like AI Tools for Design Professionals, PropTech, and Smart Construction: Innovations for Building in the Future.
Whether you’re streamlining workflows or building the next frontier, these lessons help you stay ahead of the curve — and redefine what’s possible.
Government & Civic Leadership
Design systems that serve society.
The Government & Civic Leadership Track equips public-sector professionals, planners, and designers to shape environments that foster trust, equity, and innovation. Explore courses like Working with Architects, Building Type Basics: Designing for How We Learn, and Building Type Basics: Designing for How We Heal.
Whether you’re reimagining public space or modernizing civic infrastructure, these lessons help you create a legacy of transparency, inclusion, and progress.
Entrepreneurship & Business Skills
Turn vision into value.
The Entrepreneurship Track bridges creativity and commerce — empowering independent professionals to build thriving practices and lasting brands. Learn to navigate business strategy, client relations, and ethical growth through courses like Design Enterprise, Marketing & Branding for Architects, and Real Estate Development Fundamentals.
Whether you’re launching a studio or scaling your impact, these lessons give you the tools to make creative independence sustainable.
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