Courses
Practical learning for architecture, design, construction, and the built environment.
Focused, on-demand courses designed to connect learning directly to practice.
Discover the practice series
With Branka Knezevic + Paul Aubin. Choose a focused path from design thinking to applied Revit.

Space Planning in Practice
Layouts, furniture, materials, and lighting.
8 courses · $195 one-time
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Communication in Practice
Presentations, graphics, and clear documentation.
6 courses · $195 one-time
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Collaboration in Practice
Team alignment, model coordination, and delivery.
7 courses · $195 one-time
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NEW · FEATURED SERIES
Applied Revit with Paul Aubin
Ten courses connect Revit tools with space planning, furniture, finishes, lighting, presentations, documentation and project coordination.
Courses can be combined across tracks into a focused series for your audience. Choose the content first, then the delivery model that fits.
Every practice series is included in Nova membership. Choose any practice series for $195 one-time, or join Nova for $95/month and access all three series plus the entire course library with your active membership.
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Follow your curiosity.
Build your practice.
Explore seven learning tracks that connect design, leadership, technology, sustainability, business, civic life, and human performance. Start with a subject that matters to you, then choose the individual courses that fit your work.
Browse the track introductions and course collections below. Upcoming content is clearly marked Coming soon.
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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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