"Poetry in Iron and Fire"
Marcelo Rezende opens a solo exhibition on February 1st,
at the Galeria do Espaço Cultural Municipal Sérgio Porto

From 22 to 25 January, students from the School of Architecture at the Royal College of Art (RCA) will present a selection of works in progresses at the College's Kensington campus for this year's MA Architecture Work-in-Progress Show.

Lecture by Ahmed Aboutaleb, Rotterdam Mayor from 2009 to 2024. Followed by a conversation with Cornelia Forsthuber-Aumayr, Young Leaders & Networking Partners, Urban Future and Editor in Chief, Citychangers.org.

Explore Nanna Ditzel's groundbreaking designs centered on freedom and movement. The exhibition presents some of Ditzel's most iconic designs. Designs that challenge our ideas of traditional furniture and let us discover new ways of experiencing the body and spending time together.
Nanna Ditzel (1923-2005) was a pioneer of Danish design, known for her innovative approach by which she created furniture to liberate the body. Visit the exhibition and experience some of her most famous pieces, from the Hanging Egg Chair to the multifunctional Toadstool and other furniture landscapes.

The annual Antepavilion commission is an initiative to develop, construct and display experimental structures offering emerging artists, makers and architects an opportunity to create new work within a complex urban environment.

Film and architecture festival announces an Open Call for films related to the topics of architecture, urbanism and design. It could be short films, mid-length or feature films. Selected works will be screened at the 14th edition of Film and architecture festival which will be held from October 1 to 6. Please submit your movies using this form: https://forms.gle/MPMJaiam4Y5YgVGZA

Competition Abstract
The Museum of Outdoor Arts (MOA) in Greenwood Village, CO seeks conceptual design proposals for its Design and Build Competition from art, architecture, landscape architecture, design and other creatively focused U.S. based collegiate students and student teams.

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The clock is ticking for architects, urban planners, and engineers to submit their groundbreaking projects to the Holcim Foundation Awards. With the entry deadline of February 11, 2025, at 14:00 hrs UTC, this is the final opportunity to gain global recognition and compete for a share of the USD 1 million prize pool. The awards ceremony will take place at the Venice Forum on November 20, 2025 and winners are invited to attend.

Portobello Shop, a national leader in ceramic tiles, arrives in Itabira to meet the growing demand for high-end products in the region. Located at 496 Mauro Ribeiro Lage Ave., Esplanada da Estação – Store 04, the 230-square-meter showroom is coordinated by franchisees Maria de Lourdes and José Antônio Lopes, under the management of Fernanda Lage.

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On February 8, from 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM, Design Degustação 2025 will take place at our SP and RJ campuses, offering a preview of our undergraduate, postgraduate, and One Year programs.

The Centro Cultural Correios Rio de Janeiro presents the exhibition Terra, the first solo show by São Paulo-based visual artist Zilah Garcia, from January 22 to March 8, 2025. Curated by the Rio de Janeiro-based art historian, critic, professor, and researcher Daniele Machado, the exhibition brings together approximately 20 pieces from two series that intertwine affective memory, sustainability, and technical innovation in artistic practice, all inspired by the classic Os sertões by Euclides da Cunha.

Following its successful presentation in Venice & Bonn, Onomatopoeia Architecture arrives in Athens-Greece for the first time, offering a unique exploration of the work of internationally acclaimed architect Kengo Kuma. This exhibition highlights Kuma's innovative use of materials and his ability to create a multisensory architectural experience inspired by the concept of onomatopoeia—the connection between sound and material expression.

"Join the study of affective theory and contemporary ecology from both academic and personal perspectives." In this Affective Ecologies program, you will learn how to observe and experience the affective realities that drive us in relation to design and contemporary ecology.

Throughout history, humans have created landmarks—from pyramids to cathedrals to skyscrapers—to unite communities, showcase progress, and spark inspiration. Now, Shift, a new social venture founded by Dutch entrepreneur Don Ritzen, aims to construct a landmark specifically designed to inspire climate action and which looks to attract over one million annual visitors. To turn this ambitious vision into reality, Shift is launching an international architecture competition on January 15, 2025, with a total prize pool of 250,000 EUR.

The city of Kharkiv has faced significant challenges due to its proximity to the Russian border. Amidst these circumstances, Kharkiv's Mayor, Ihor Terekhov, underscored the need for a new landmark during the United Nations' Second Forum of Mayors—a project that could embody renewal, resilience, and hope. The Freedom Square International Competition was launched as part of this vision, inviting local and international experts to propose innovative designs for Freedom Square and the Kharkiv Regional State Administration Building.

This competition is part of the broader Kharkiv Masterplan Concept, an initiative led by the Kharkiv City Council in collaboration with the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE), the Norman Foster Foundation, Arup, and local architects and experts. The Masterplan Concept seeks to guide Kharkiv's regeneration by fostering a vibrant, inclusive, and forward-looking urban environment while honoring the city's historical identity.

Are you considering a career in architecture or environmental design? The College of Environmental Design at UC Berkeley offers immersive summer programs that could help you decide if these creative fields are right for you. Whether you're a professional, undergraduate, or high school student, CED's Summer Programs offer you an invaluable opportunity to explore architecture, urban design, sustainable city planning, and landscape architecture.

Remote Course - Project Representation Techniques with Photoshop

The fifth edition of the Surface Design course, taught by Celso Lima at Galpão Comum.