Empathize
Empathize
You will research the traditional and contemporary uses of native San Diego flowers in aromatherapy and horticulture by visiting Olive Wood Gardens, consulting with your mentor, and gathering insights from community members on how these plants impact mental and physical wellness.
Days 1 - 3
Ideate
Ideate
You will brainstorm a variety of ways to design and showcase your ceramic flower creations and aromatherapy information, drawing inspiration from expert insights and peers' perspectives, to create an engaging and informative exhibit.
Days 7 - 10
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Test/Present
Test/Present
You will showcase your ceramic flowers and aromatherapy report to stakeholders on the north lawn, engage with attendees to share insights on the scents' wellness benefits, gather their feedback, and refine your report and presentation skills based on their interactions.
Days 16 - 20
Empathize
Days 1–3
Define
Days 4–6
Ideate
Days 7–10
Prototype
Days 11–15
Test/Present
Days 16–20
July 2026
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
28
Day 2
Define the Floral Wellness Challenge Together
Define the Floral Wellness Challenge Together
29
Day 3
Investigate Aromatherapy Benefits of Native Flowers
Investigate Aromatherapy Benefits of Native Flowers
August 2026
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
3
Day 5
Clay Flower Prototypes: Form, Texture, Color
Clay Flower Prototypes: Form, Texture, Color
4
Day 6
Label Design and Aromatherapy Research
Label Design and Aromatherapy Research
6
Day 8
Scent Documentation and Safety Plan
Scent Documentation and Safety Plan
10
Day 9
Final Prototypes and Exhibition Prep
Final Prototypes and Exhibition Prep
11
Day 10
Refine Clay Flower Prototypes with Feedback
Refine Clay Flower Prototypes with Feedback
13
Day 12
Plan and Pre-Test Ceramic Flower Prototypes
Plan and Pre-Test Ceramic Flower Prototypes
17
Day 13
Testing Documentation Log
Testing Documentation Log
18
Day 14
Finalize Exhibition Layout and Labels
Finalize Exhibition Layout and Labels
19
Day 15
Aroma Research and Scent Prototypes
Aroma Research and Scent Prototypes
20
Day 16
Test/Present
Public Walkthrough, Feedback, and Reflection
Public Walkthrough, Feedback, and Reflection
24
Day 17
Ceramic Flower Ideation
Ceramic Flower Ideation
25
Day 18
Aromatherapy Research Sprint
Aromatherapy Research Sprint
26
Day 19
Exhibit Mock-Up Feedback
Exhibit Mock-Up Feedback
27
Day 20
Final Exhibition Display and Sales Pitch
Final Exhibition Display and Sales Pitch