Open Call for Applications: 2027 Global Award for Sustainable Architecture

06/10/2025

The International Union of Architects (UIA) is pleased to announce the launch of the 20th edition of the Global Award for Sustainable Architecture, under the theme “Architecture Is Equity”, on World Architecture Day, 6 October 2025.

The International Union of Architects (UIA) is pleased to announce the launch of the 20th edition of the Global Award for Sustainable Architecture, under the theme “Architecture Is Equity”, on World Architecture Day, 6 October 2025.

The International Union of Architects (UIA) established World Architecture Day to remind the world of the collective responsibility of architects in shaping sustainable, inclusive, and resilient environments. Each year, this […]

World Architecture Day 2025: Design for strength

06/10/2025

The International Union of Architects (UIA) was conceived in the aftermath of the devastation wrought by World War II, a moment when our profession became a fundamental pillar for the reconstruction of a world ravaged by conflict.

The International Union of Architects (UIA) was conceived in the aftermath of the devastation wrought by World War II, a moment when our profession became a fundamental pillar for the reconstruction of a world ravaged by conflict.

Catalysts of Resilience: Questions & Answers Published

02/10/2025

The Questions and Answers document for the international single-stage ideas competition “Catalysts of Resilience” has now been published and is available for all participants.

The Questions and Answers document for the international single-stage ideas competition “Catalysts of Resilience” has now been published and is available for all participants.

RIBA Future Business of Architecture Conference

30/09/2025

The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) is launching the Future Business of Architecture Conference and Programme, a first-of-its-kind initiative designed to prepare architects for the opportunities and challenges of tomorrow.

The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) is launching the Future Business of Architecture Conference and Programme, a first-of-its-kind initiative designed to prepare architects for the opportunities and challenges of tomorrow.

The UIA is pleased to announce its participation in the upcoming seminar “Trends in Architecture in Latin America: Innovation, Technology, and Humanization of the Health Care Space,” organised by the […]

30 September 2025 | 13:30–14:30 | Barcelona As part of MONDIACULT 2025, the UIA, together with UNESCO and the City of Barcelona, will host an official side event bringing together […]

Light of Tomorrow by VELUX 2026

24/09/2025

The International VELUX Award for Students of Architecture has been relaunched as Light of Tomorrow for its 2026 edition.

The International VELUX Award for Students of Architecture has been relaunched as Light of Tomorrow for its 2026 edition.

UIA Council Resolution on Palestine

20/09/2025

The International Union of Architects Council at its meeting held on 2 September 2025, considered and adopted a motion submitted by Region V Council Member, Mohamed Sahby Gorgi (Tunisia), concerning the situation in Palestine.

The International Union of Architects Council at its meeting held on 2 September 2025, considered and adopted a motion submitted by Region V Council Member, Mohamed Sahby Gorgi (Tunisia), concerning the situation in Palestine.

Children today face crises in many contexts — as refugees, migrants, or in communities affected by natural, technological, or human-made disasters. How can the built environment provide solutions, support, and […]