The world's heritage places, from iconic archaeological sites and historic buildings to vibrant urban neighborhoods and cultural landscapes, excite and enthrall us all. Yet, these awe-inspiring symbols of human ingenuity and identity require intentional protection and preservation. The impacts of climate change, the ravages of conflict, the pressures of new development, and the inertia of neglect all require thoughtful, science-based strategies to safeguard our world's most treasured places.
The Department of Architecture at the RPTU in Kaiserslautern (fatuk) is dedicated to the future-oriented education of architects and sees the combination of theory, research and practice as a central component of teaching.
Planted Community has partnered with global BIM software leader Vectorworks to launch Design for Regeneration—a brand new UK-wide student competition spotlighting the next generation of regenerative designers. Press release here.
The Design-z competition is A-Class Marble's annual celebration of imagination and material mastery, aimed at fostering young talent. The Design-z theme for 2025, 'Upcycle with A-Class', is here to offer you the chance to reimagine discarded marble and craft a compact, functional product that blends sustainability with smart design.
Each month, Friends of Residential Treasures Los Angeles (FORT: LA) curates a new self-guided trail, inviting Angelenos to explore the city’s rich architectural heritage. These immersive experiences highlight significant homes, hidden gems, and the designers who have shaped Los Angeles' built environment.
IAAC – Advanced Architecture Barcelona presents a new edition of the Global Summer School 2025 (GSS25), solidifying its role as an international benchmark for innovation and global collaboration in architecture and design.
"Brutalist Italy: The Art of Concrete"
Photographs by Italians Roberto Conte and Stefano Perego will be presented at the
Polo Cultural ItaliaNoRio in an exhibition making its Brazilian debut.
THE RIGHT TO THE PORT is a multi-layered initiative about the Beirut Port — a space of connection, labor, memory, and future possibilities; a vital space that has long been disconnected from the city.
EDGE Architecture Festival Budapest (EDGE Fest) is Hungary's first international architecture festival, organized by Építészfórum, Hungary's leading architectural online magazine. Taking place on 3–4 July 2025 at Dürer Kert, the festival highlights progressive, forward-thinking architectural topics within a global context.
The Science and Industry Museum seeks lead architect for Technicians interactive gallery
Camposaz, in collaboration with Bivio980, is organizing a self-build workshop in Monastero, a small hamlet in the municipality of Cessapalombo (MC). The project aims to design and construct a few wooden installations that enhance the surrounding landscape and create shared spaces for community gathering.
1.Overview
In July 2022, KOKUYO entered a capital and business alliance with VUILD, inc. (HQ: Kawasaki, CEO: Koki Akiyoshi). Since then, KOKUYO has adopted VUILD's digital wood fabrication machine "ShopBot" and has been offering services that utilize digital fabrication technology referred to hereafter as "DigiFab technology" to create original interior spaces, artworks, and furniture primarily using wood materials. These creations have been produced for a wide range of clients and have been implemented in various settings, including office environments.
(*DigiFab technology: The production of physical objects by digital data.)
Designers are invited to envision the future of early childhood development (ECD) infrastructure in South Africa through a scalable, modular, and aspirational pre-school design. This competition challenges entrants to critically analyse their design approach, considering social impact, environmental sustainability, and financial feasibility to create a model that redefines the learning spaces of tomorrow. The winning proposal will be constructed in conjunction with Education Africa's - Social Architecture Program during 2026, serving as a prototype for the cost-effective development of high-quality pre-school infrastructure in the future. Entrants are encouraged to present bold yet practical proposals that respond to the realities of South Africa's diverse communities, reimagining the future of early childhood education - Beyond the Classroom.
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We invite everyone to the launch discussion for Log 62, featuring a special session dedicated to architectural criticism in South America. The issue features essays from several countries, including Chile, Bolivia, Colombia, and Brazil. The panel will include editor Jaime Solares Carmona (PhD candidate, Yale University) and contributors Frederico Costa (PhD candidate, Unicamp), Mariana Alves (professor, U. Presb. Mackenzie), and Mariana Wilderom (professor, U. São Judas Tadeu).
The Institute for Advanced Architecture of Catalonia (IAAC) in Barcelona announces a new edition of the Global Summer School 2025 (GSS25), marking another milestone fostering global collaboration and innovation in the field of architecture and design.
Over the years, IAAC has been at the forefront of promoting meaningful knowledge and expertise sharing among architects, engineers, designers and innovators worldwide. The GSS brings together students from diverse backgrounds to engage with IAAC's network of experts and renowned lecturers.
The expansion of the Sesc network and the need for new facilities at the Sesc Thermas de Presidente Prudente unit have prompted the launch of a National Preliminary Architecture Design Competition. Promoted by the Social Service of Commerce (Sesc SP) and organized by the Institute of Architects of Brazil – São Paulo Department (IABsp), the competition aims to select the best architectural project submitted by architects and urban planners.
BASEhabitat Summer School 2025
July 06-20, 2025 - Kuchl/Austria
APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN!