The UIA World Congress of Architects 2026, to be held in Barcelona on 14 April 2025, invites professionals in architecture, urban planning, design, and related fields to take part in a global dialogue on the future of our built environment.
With the theme “Becoming. Architectures for a Planet in Transition”, this Congress will explore how architecture can respond to a rapidly changing world—rethinking how we live, build, and sustain our environments through innovation, responsibility, and resilience.
How to Participate
Participants are invited to submit proposals in the following categories:
- Critical Design: Architectural projects, prototypes, product and industrial design.
- Critical Essay: Essays, academic papers, and research studies.
- Critical Image: Photography, film, and multimedia work.
A scientific committee and jury of experts will select outstanding contributions to be featured during the Congress through lectures, exhibitions, and official publications.
Key Dates
- 31 March 2025 – Call for Participation opens
- 23 May 2025 – Submission deadline
- 30 September 2025 – Announcement of selected projects
- 14 April 2026 – Official Launch Event (in Barcelona and online)
Find out more
For inquiries, contact: callsfor@uia2026bcn.org