This book examines Rio de Janeiro as an unequal city, addressing its relationship with the chronic problem of socio-spatial segregation. From this starting point, it explores the concept of "city supply," seeking to distinguish itself from approaches informed by the urban standards of the formal city. Urban infrastructure projects have historically been conceived according to a strictly utilitarian, monofunctional logic, with little integration into the urban and social contexts in which they are implemented. By mapping instances of informal appropriation of designed infrastructure within the Rio de Janeiro metropolitan area, the work identifies and constructs a series of alternative spatial and functional categories capable of contributing to the planning of a more hybrid, resilient, and inclusive city. The publication is divided into an initial theoretical section, followed by an extensive collection of case studies referred to as the "body of evidence." This section presents instances of the observed informalities, alongside critical essays.

This book serves as a guide to Brutalist architectural production in Pernambuco, enriched with texts, photographs, and design materials that provide a foundation for understanding various works. The book is organized into chapters that present themes and typologies related to Pernambuco's Brutalist heritage in a didactic and chronological manner.

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) International is excited to announce the upcoming AIA International Spring Conference 2025, taking place from March 20 to 22, 2025. This global online event will bring together visionary architects, designers, and industry experts to discuss the future of the built environment under the theme "Trailblazing Architecture."

The Master in Collective Housing (MCH), in collaboration with TC Cuadernos, a renowned architecture magazine, has announced the second annual call for research grants. This grant, aimed at supporting architecture thesis or research projects, offers up to €6,000 to help transform the work into a published book.

In Decentered City: Multispecies Design, a “decentered approach” implies redistributing agency in spatial production, challenging conventional urbanization models and envisioning new ways of inhabiting the world, acknowledging the ecological crisis and fostering interspecies urban environments.

DiscoverArch, in collaboration with IIA Kapurthala Chapter and IGBC, invites architecture students to design socio-cultural spaces that foster community interaction, cultural exchange, and personal growth.
Participants can choose projects like museums, memorials, libraries, convention centers, spiritual centers, or multi-purpose community spaces. Designs should promote inclusivity, accessibility, and sustainability, addressing community needs while integrating with the cultural, historical, or environmental context.
Create spaces that inspire growth and collaboration, becoming catalysts for positive change.

→ Residency period: May 27 - June 30, 2025
→ Application deadline: March 30, 2025
→ Stipend, travel support and production budget available

Michele Pompilio, a young entrepreneur from San Giovanni Rotondo—a town known for its welcoming spirit and deep spirituality—will present his collection at Milan Design Week 2025, as part of the Superdesign Show by Superstudio, taking place from April 7 to 13 in the vibrant setting of Via Tortona 27, Milan.

Archisource presents the Drawing of the Year Awards 2025, the sixth annual, creative imagery Awards - free to enter and open to all! The Awards are the ultimate accolade in visual representation across architecture, art and design in collaboration with D5 Render and HP. There is over £125,000 GBP ($150,000 USD) in prizes to be won, with the top 250 entries receiving Affinity V2 Universal Licences and D5 Render 180 Day PRO Licences! Top works will also be showcased at the major London Exhibition in July 2025.

The ninth edition of Forecast culminates in an action-packed Festival on March 14–15, at Radialsystem.

The Facade Tectonics Institute's Vitruvian Honors & Awards program celebrates outstanding achievements in the field of facade design and delivery. The program recognizes outstanding projects, as well as project teams and individuals, that have made extraordinary contributions to facade design, engineering, fabrication, installation and lifecycle performance. The program, winners, and honorees demonstrate the goals of the Institute in advancing the art, science, and technology of designing and constructing building facades to the benefit of people and planet.

For many years, technology has been shaping the future of various industries, and the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry is no different. Initially, architects used to draw sketches on paper, which later progressed to 2D drawings, 3D digital blueprints, and now BIM—these technological advancements have changed how modern architects approach design by making it more sustainable and efficient. According to the 2024 RIBA AI study, 57% of architects believe AI will improve design process efficiency, and 54% expect to integrate it into their practice within the next two years.

In celebration of Women's History Month, IAB RJ is hosting a roundtable discussion titled "Women in the History of the IAB" on Thursday, March 20. The event is free, open to the public, and will take place in the organization's headquarters auditorium, starting at 6:30 PM.

For the 5th Anniversary Edition of the "Monaco Smart & Sustainable Marina Rendezvous", M3 Monaco unveils the new theme of its annual international architecture competition. Students, young architects, and professionals are challenged to imagine a new vision or rethink the development of Certosa Island's infrastructure in Venice, creating a unique dialogue that incorporates regenerative tourism, the maritime journey, the UNESCO World Heritage listing, and the context of "La Serenissima."

ARCHLAND, a firm specializing in the organization of architecture competitions, is honored to present its most significant competition to date. This initiative will enable the Choquequirao Citadel to achieve World Heritage status and be recognized as Peru's second archaeological wonder, following Machu Picchu, within the tourism circuit. This circuit will be part of the proposal and included through the competition itself, promoted to reach over 5,000 architects worldwide to address and promote this remarkable site.

This Thursday, March 27, Torno Colab will host the launch of the book Enjundia, written by Chilean architect Nicolás Valencia and published by dostercios editorial in Chile.

Exclusive Film-Screening: Women in Architecture II

On the occasion of Milan Design Week, scheduled from 7th to 13th April, Brera Design District reaches its 16th edition embracing the theme of “Connected Worlds” proposed this year by Fuorisalone.
The theme truly reflects the multi-faceted spirit of a district in the city which has become not only a unique brand of its kind but also an international point of reference thanks to its commercial offering and its identity, in a mix of craftmanship, art, culture, lifestyle, food and wine and hospitality.
The same intertwining of interpretations and points of view, but also of colours, shades, materials and graphic signs can also be found in the project named “Horizons”: the new installation of Brera Design Apartment (via Palermo 1), curated by the Zanellato/Bortotto Studio.
A design manifesto reflecting the spirit of Brera District and that develops through experiments in colours and textures applied to products and surfaces manufactured by genuine craftmanship.