Events

Join us for a look at the fascinating life and public service of Dwight H. Perkins, the designer responsible for over 40 Chicago Public Schools. Along with his son, Lawrence, they were leaders in progressive school design best exemplified by the revolutionary Crow Island School building in Winnetka.

April marks the 200th anniversary of Frederick Law Olmsted’s birth. To celebrate, we're exploring the deeper legacy of this pioneering figure—designer, planner, educator, reformer, advocate, activist, inventor, innovator and enduring influencer.

ECO Solidarity 2022 brings together a diverse group of design practitioners from nine European Union countries, represented by EUNIC NY, who explore radical sustainability in architecture, urban planning, product design and development, energy and waste, standing in solidarity in the face of global humanitarian, public health, and ecological crises. The third edition of ECO Solidarity includes an exhibition and two talks featuring participating studios: EOOS NEXT (Austria), Herrmann & Coufal (Czech Republic), Livable Platform (Flanders, Belgium), MOYA Birch Bark (Germany), AHA Objects (Malta), NASDRA Conscious Design (Poland), SUSDESIGN (Portugal), Atelier Ad Hoc (Romania), crafting plastics! studio (Slovakia), and a diversity of experts.

Porto Academy is the result of an enormous passion for architecture as a discipline. Porto Academy started in 2013 as a manifesto of pluralism and opportunity based on close tuition from a diverse range of architects, artists and curators. It is an alternative educational experience, unburdened by established rules or dogmas, where students learn first hand from the singular visions of practice exemplified by invited tutors.

STUDIO FIRST is an online five-week summer studio in architectural design for students from a wide range of backgrounds who are considering graduate studies in architecture, urban design, or landscape architecture.

As outdoor spaces become more comfortable, more practical and generally more appealing, Architonic's Global Design Agenda turns its focus towards the great outdoors. Starting 25 April, Outdoor Design Week will feature special guests including illustrious Italian product designers Monica Armani and Luca Nichetto, alongside outdoor heavyweight Patrick Jouin and the eminent London-based architect Christina Seilern. Viewers can watch these distinguished speakers discuss the blurred lines barely separating indoor and outdoor design, the latest all-weather material innovations and the trade 'secrets' making exposed spaces fit for consumption.

Radical Rooms: Power of the Plan is the RIBA's latest exhibition, created through a special partnership between architect Charles Holland and visual artist Di Mainstone.

Am expo showcase for fashion, arts, gaming, crypto, Architecture, music, social community, Web3, NFT and the latest technology in Queens Park Arena, Glasgow.Join us for an out of this world exploration of the metaverse, NFTs, WEB3 and what it can mean for you and your community. Queen's Park Arena 8-10 June from 12-5pm daily for themed discussions, presentations and fun filled activities including a crypto market, jobs expo, augmented reality interactives, music, gaming, community actions inspired competitions and more.

The organisers will buy humanitarian aid (medicines, hygiene materials etc.) and will directly send it to the Ukrainian border.

Witness the evolution of Le Corbusier's mastery over space and time, and his influence on architecture today.

The Edith Farnsworth House just opened its next two-year exhibition: “Every Line is a Decision: The Life and Legacies of Peter Palumbo.” This exhibit focuses on Lord Peter Palumbo’s ownership of the house, his restoration of it, and his life-long dedication to the arts and architecture.

Our last 100% online event will be featuring China!
Together with you, we are touring the world to listen to the most celebrated architects of our time share their unique paths and talk to them about their experiences and influences. It is one country, two world-renowned names, and their unique stories of becoming and being an architect at each event. Welcome to our second Virtual World Tour.

We are extremely excited to announce the first physical AnA event held outside Europe. Join our trip to Sydney and don’t miss the participation of two of the most distinguished Australian architects: Angelo Candalepas and Richard Johnson.

With Vera Meyer, Stefan Böschen and Driving the Human project authors
April 30, 2022
5-7 PM
Hosted by acatech at Amerikahaus, Munich
Free entrance upon registration here: https://www.acatech.de/termin/towards-eco-social-renewal-blueprints-for-collaboration-between-science-and-the-arts/

In order to withstand the Windy City's namesake weather, some of Chicago’s tallest buildings are designed to sway in the breeze, which can leave residents and workers feeling seasick. Join us for a look at the innovative ways structural engineers minimize the sway -- you’ll be surprised by some of the very interesting solutions!

The 1835 Clarke House is Chicago’s oldest standing residence. It is preserved thanks to the stewardship of Bishop Henry Ford and the St. Church of God in Christ. Join us for a conversation about the house and opportunities to broaden the stories we tell about Chicagoans and our beloved city landmarks.

Join us for a special introduction to CAC’s Energy Revolution exhibition with architect and co‐curator Doug Farr. Learn how each of us can combat the climate crisis by dramatically transforming how we use energy in the built environment.