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Brazilian Architecture Biennial (BAB) 2026 Event

March 25 to April 30 2026

Venue: PACUBRA, Ibirapuera Park, São Paulo, Brazil

Open to the public at Ibirapuera Park, the first edition of the Brazilian Architecture Biennial invites visitors to explore pavilions that translate—through immersive spaces—how people live in Brazil, across culture, technology, and different ways of inhabiting.

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Andrea Branzi by Toyo Ito

from 19 March – 4 October 2026

On March 19, Triennale Milano and Fondation Cartier pour l’art contemporain will present Andrea Branzi by Toyo Ito. Continuous Present, a major monographic exhibition dedicated to Andrea Branzi, seen through the eyes of Pritzker Prize–winning architect Toyo Ito.

A lecture by Toyo Ito architect will occur on Monday April 20 at 11.00 during Milan Design Week.

Andrea Branzi by Toyo Ito Architecture Exhibition

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International architectural exhibitions + lectures + awards + debates + seminars + shows in 2026:

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MAY

ShowLTU CoAD 2026

May 7 2026

Venue: Architecture Building, Lawrence Technological University, Southfield, MI 48075, United States of America

ShowLTU CoAD 2026 returns May 7

Lawrence Technological University students, alumni share architecture, design solutions to real world problems

April 13, 2026 (Southfield, Mich.) – In its 5^th year, ShowLTU CoAD 2026 participants are demonstrating architecture and design solutions to meet real life issues.

Imagine a world where instead of filling the ocean, microplastics could form functional and inviting new pieces of furniture.

Exhibiting more than 200 original works by graduating students and alumni from Lawrence Technological University’s College of Architecture and Design (CoAD), the innovative projects set to go on display May 7-8, 2026 aren’t just forward-thinking, they’re poised to make a difference in how we live today.

“These are emerging designers, many of whom are already starting their careers,” said Lilian Crum, interim dean of LTU’s College of Architecture and Design. “It’s a chance to see where they’re headed and how well-supported they are by industry upon graduation – if not before.”

ShowLTU CoAD organizers have incorporated sponsored studios to the mix of work on view and open to the public. It’s an opportunity for LTU students to work on real world design challenges with a real firm or company.

As part of the ShowLTU CoAD Sponsored Studios, Dante Cerroni and Delanie Shorten explored product design using high density polyethylene (HDPE) provided through an LTU partnership with Design Declassified.

Cerroni created the Loop Lamp, a CNC manufactured lamp made of HDPE. His project explored ways to use this fully-recycled material in a practical product application. According to Cerroni’s research more than 66 million metric tons of HDPE plastic is produced annually, while just .38 percent is properly recycled.

“When I first shined a light through the material, the sheets with a lower crystallinity allowed for light transmission with minimal scattering and added a pleasant warm hue to the color temperature,” he said. “It prompted the idea to use a linear LED to increase the illuminated surface area and create a gradient towards the center.”

Shorten created a table collection called “Nested” to show how durability and warmth can work together to both encourage interaction and create a stronger presence within a space.

What began as open-ended material exploration to see how HDPE can feel soft, warm and approachable in spite of its flat, dark appearance led Shorten to create tables that make the most of material’s efficiency.

Even the name “Nested” came from way her components were laid out for CNC cutting. She worked to maximize the use of each sheet of HDPE materials. Parts of the smaller tables were cut directly into the larger forms.

Both students’ works with be on display at ShowLTU CoAD 2026 this May.

“I hope to gain industry experience through internships in product design, working in hands-on environments where I can continue developing my skills,” said Shorten, who graduates in Spring 2027.

Immediately following the event, all Design Declassified work from LTU will be featured for the first time as part of the Schools Showcase at the International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF), part of NYCXDESIGN, May 17-19 at Javits Center in New York City.

Logan Caruso – ShowLTU CoAD 2026:

Other ShowLTU CoAD participants, like Logan Caruso, are farther along on a career path. Caruso is currently working as an architectural designer at MArchitects in Northville, Mich and on track to complete his master’s degree in Architecture this August from LTU.

His ShowLTU CoAD project, “Vertical Fourth Places: Reclaiming the Fire Stair as an Architecture of Informal Encounter and Connection” reimagines how we see fire stairs and vertical circulation.

Caruso takes something that was once purely functional and alters it to provide spaces that support informal gatherings and human connection. His work recognizes the trends of social isolation and loneliness in society and forces us to rethink how a space that was once mundane can be reframed to support low-commitment social interaction within its existing function.

“It is incredibly meaningful to have both the college and the incredibly talented professors I have had along the way take such an interest in my research. The project I have been working on these past two semesters revolves around an issue that I care deeply about, and it was one of the main reasons that I chose to study architecture in the first place,” he said.

Logan Caruso design ShowLTU CoAD 2026:

Crum said ShowLTU CoAD draws a buzz and interest from alumni who are eager to return each year.

The event opens to the public at 4:30 p.m. Thursday, May 7 with an awards ceremony, followed by the highly-anticipated guest lecture at 5 p.m. This year, organizers will welcome Kai-Uwe Bergmann, FAIA, and a partner at BIG, who will share a free, open lecture titled, “Materialism.”

Industry Night runs from 6-8 p.m. welcoming professionals in to view, mingle and network alongside students, staff and alumni. The exhibition remains open to the public 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, May 8 and Noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 9. All ShowLTU CoAD 2026 events are held Building 3, College of Architecture and Design at LTU, 21000 West 10 Mile Road, in Southfield, Mich.

Reserve a ticket here to attend: Industry Night at College of Architecture and Design at LTU

ABOUT LTU

Lawrence Technological University is one of only 13 private, technological, comprehensive doctoral universities in the United States. Located in Southfield, Mich., LTU was founded in 1932 and offers more than 100 programs through its Colleges of Architecture and Design, Arts and Sciences, Business and Information Technology, Engineering, and Health Sciences, as well as Specs@LTU as part of its growing Center for Professional Development.

PayScale lists Lawrence Tech among the nation’s top 11 percent of universities for alumni salaries. Forbes and The Wall Street Journal rank LTU among the nation’s top 10 percent. U.S. News and World Report list it in the top tier of the best Midwest colleges. Students benefit from small class sizes and a real-world, hands-on, “theory and practice” education with an emphasis on leadership. Activities on Lawrence Tech’s 107-acre campus include more than 60 student organizations and NAIA varsity sports.

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China Prefab House, Modular Building, Mobile House & Space Fair

The 16th China Prefab House, Modular Building, Mobile House & Space Fair

8 – 10 May 2026

Venue: Poly World Trade Center Expo in Guangzhou China

The 16th China Prefab House, Modular Building, Mobile House & Space Fair will be held grandly at Poly World Trade Center Expo in Guangzhou China from May 8 to 10, 2026. It is expected to cover an exhibition area of 50,000+ square meter with over 800 exhibitors and 100,000 visitors from more than 100 countries and regions. It is an essential platform for both domestic and foreign brands to expand into the Chinese market and for global buyers to do one-stop purchasing.

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China Rooftile & Technology Exhibition 2026

8 to 10 May 2026

Venue: Poly world trade center expo, China

China Rooftile & Technology Exhibition (ROOFTILE CHINA) is one of the leading expos in the global rooftile industry. As a professional exhibition with the most concentrated gathering of global tile merchants, this exhibition emerges under the background of “customized development” in the construction industry, and is a “professional + comprehensive” tile industry event with global radiation. The exhibition is organized by Guangdong Grandeur International Exhibition Group.

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STEEL BUILD Expo 2026

8th – 10th May 2026

China (Guangzhou) International Exhibition for Steel Construction & Metal Building Materials (STEEL BUILD) is a world-leading industry expo. Covering 50,000 sqm with 800+ exhibitors and 100,000 global buyers, it is a key one-stop sourcing platform. The fair will be held May 8–10, 2026 at Poly World Trade Center Expo, Guangzhou, China! Welcome to join us~ (http://www.steelbuildexpo-cn.com/index.php?lang=en)

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MAY

CIHIE 2026

May 8 – 10 2026

The 18th China Int’l Integrated Housing Industry & Building Industrialization Expo

CIHIE, a top prefabricated construction expo, integrates high-tech with the residential industry, advances green development and industrial upgrading, and has served 4,000+ clients with diverse docking services and stable industry partnerships, which will be held in Guangzhou, China from May 8th to 10th, 2026. Welcome to join us! Website: http://www.cihie.net/index.php?lang=en

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MAY

Building Leisure Buildings Events 2026

11 – 15 May 2026

Venue: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

‘From vision to reality: Inspiration from Riyadh’

Exclusive site visits, strategic insights and international networking in KSA.

Masterminds & Masterpieces

Riyadh is transforming at an unprecedented pace.

From iconic megaprojects to new cultural and leisure districts, the Saudi capital is becoming a global reference for large-scale urban development.

During Masterminds & Masterpieces, you will step inside this transformation – gaining exclusive access to the projects, strategies and decision-makers shaping one of the most ambitious city-building programs in the world.

This is an immersive study tour for professionals, policymakers, designers, developers, investors and urban innovation experts who want to understand how vision, capital and design come together in real life.

What makes this journey unique?

During Masterminds & Masterpieces, you will:

o Gain strategic insight in Riyadh’s Vision 2030, including governance models, infrastructure planning, cultural investment and market dynamics.
o Visit mega and giga projects such as Qiddiya and Diriyah, with in-depth conversations with the senior teams shaping these destinations.
o Experience integrated urban development, where sport, education and lifestyle merge in projects such as King Salman Park and Misk City.
o Connect with international peers and exchange ideas with leaders from across the global built environment.

Why Riyadh?

Riyadh is a living laboratory for large-scale urban transformation, where projects are delivered in years rather than decades. It offers a truly unique source of inspiration for professionals working on complex spatial developments, anywhere in the world.

The city’s momentum is further accelerated by major global milestones such as World Expo Riyadh 2030 and the FIFA World Cup 2034, which are driving investment across leisure, culture, mobility, public space and mixed-use development.

Core themes of the programme:

o Government-led development at scale
o Strategic use of culture, sport and leisure
o Phasing and financing of megaprojects
o Building entire districts from the ground up

The insights gained translate into practical perspectives on public-private collaboration, placemaking, financing and programming, directly applicable to projects in Europe and beyond. It is all about inspiration, strategy and future-proof development.

Who should join?

This journey is designed for professionals in urban development, real estate and the built environment who:

o Think about the future of cities and leisure destinations
o Seek international references of exceptional scale and ambition
o Value in-depth insight and high-level networks

What will you gain from this journey?

Key takeaways:

o New development strategies
o Fresh placemaking ideas and experience concepts
o Practical insight into acceleration & governance
o Global perspectives that strengthen your own projects

Riyadh is rapidly becoming one of the world’s most influential development cities and you can experience it from the inside.

Visit the Building Leisure Buildings website

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Futurebuild 2026 Event

12 – 14 May 2026

Venue: Excel, London, England

Futurebuild 2026 (12-14 May at Excel, London, UK) is inviting visionary thinking from the next generation of industry professionals to tackle the green skills gap for a built and natural environment led by sustainability.

Futurebuild 2026 Gives Young Professionals A Purposeful Platform

LinkedIn’s latest Green Skills Report, highlights that the global workforce is not equipped to sustain the climate transition – particularly in the construction sector. Futurebuild is compiling a conference programme to give expert, passionate young professionals a voice and an opportunity to share knowledge and tools.

“The Arena Conference is designed to bring strategy and delivery together in a way that feels relevant to the challenges the industry is facing. It’s vitally important that we give young professionals the platform to influence how we respond to some of the biggest challenges of our time,” says Event Director, Martin Hurn.

With this in mind, the session Chair, Simon Rayner – a Policy Analyst at the Climate Change Committee – is posing the question: ‘What should 2030+ look like?’ to an impressive panel of ambitious Futurebuild 2026 speakers.

Participants include the Building the Future Awards’ Young Planner of the Year 2025, Munashe Mhemba, and Darcy Arnold-Jones – circular economy lead at architectural practice, Marks Barfield.

Also joining the discussion are Kimberley Ertl, an Engineer and Senior Sustainability Consultant at Expedition Engineering; Thomas Yunqing Bai, an Associate at Ares Landscape Architects and a member of the LI Knowledge and Practice Committee, alongside Ahmed Gilani, VP Construction Society and University of Reading and Constructionarium alumnus.

“I have a keen interest in climate conscious design and as a member of the Circular Do Tank, ACAN and The Edge I’m proud to be having some influence on the future of our profession. I implore anyone coming into the industry to leverage platforms, like Futurebuild, to establish cross-disciplinary collaboration and connections that allow for continual and collective improvement,” says architect Darcy Arnold-Jones, who has experience in regenerative design and retrofit, specialising in material reuse and whole life carbon.

Darcy Arnold-Jones ARB RIBA Architect and Circular Economy Lead, Marks Barfield Architects

Young professionals are being given a voice over several stages across Futurebuild’s Main Conference and The National Retrofit arenas, as well as throughout its CPD-accredited knowledge programme.

A new fringe event being run by a collective of industry groups including ACAN, Architects Declare and Arc, is also providing a dedicated platform for up-and-comers to play a part in delivering content their peers care about and can act upon.

Furthermore, with organisers strategically collaborating with UK Construction Week London and The Stone & Surfaces Show, visitors can access 700+ high profile speakers across 11 stages – making it Futurebuild’s richest content programme yet.

About inkedIn’s latest Green Skills Report

Published November 2025, it highlighted that the demand for green skills still far exceeds supply. ‘Green hiring’ grew by almost 8% per year during 2021-2025, while workers with such skills increased by only 4.3%. Intimating that construction could struggle to deliver on the necessary pipeline of green building and infrastructure without serious upskilling.

What’s more, for the first time, workers citing green skills – yet not in sustainability roles – accounted for 53% of all green hires. This means that construction professionals including project managers, procurement specialists and finance personnel will also need to demonstrate broad sustainability acumen in order to remain capable and competitive.

About Futurebuild

Futurebuild is the UK’s leading built environment event, taking place at Excel London from 12 to 14 May 2026. The show brings together thousands of professionals from across construction, housing, local government and sustainability to share knowledge, showcase innovation and build partnerships.

By bringing together the entire supply chain, Futurebuild is a powerful platform to connect with the right people from senior specifiers and architects to major contractors and developers – all actively looking for innovative solutions to shape ambitious construction projects.

With a three-day CPD accredited knowledge programme and a dynamic, solutions-focused exhibition, Futurebuild is where meaningful conversations turn into impactful collaboration.

Social Media:

Twitter:@futurebuildnow/
Instagram: @futurebuildnow/
Facebook: facebook.com/FuturebuildNow/
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/showcase/ecobuild-uk

About UKCW

Organised by Media 10 – the multi award-winning events and publishing company, UK Construction Week (UKCW) is the UK’s largest built environment event. Running twice per year in London (12-14 May 2026, Excel London) and Birmingham (Sep 29-Oct 1 2026, NEC Birmingham), the event attracts an engaged audience from all sectors of the construction industry to share knowledge, solve problems, and explore new, sustainable ways of working.

UKCW also plays host to hundreds of companies showcasing their latest innovation, products and services. For stand and sponsorship enquiries visit www.ukconstructionweek.com/exhibit

Social Media:

Twitter:@UK_CW
Instagram: @uk_cw
Facebook: www.facebook.com/UKConstructionWeek/
LinkedIn: uk.linkedin.com/company/ukconstructionweek

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MAY

The 4th Stadiums & Sports Innovation Summit returns to Riyadh

18th – 19th May 2026

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Taking place on 18th – 19th May 2026, this leading summit brings together key stakeholders driving the future of stadiums, sports infrastructure, and the wider sports ecosystem across the region.

Aligned with Saudi Vision 2030, the event will spotlight investment-led innovation, smart and sustainable venue development, and advanced fan engagement technologies—supporting long-term impact beyond the 2034 FIFA World Cup.

Key discussion themes include:

• Investment strategies and public-private partnerships for giga stadium projects
• AI-powered smart stadiums, advanced materials, and sustainability solutions
• Mixed-use venue development and expanded event-hosting capabilities
• Best practices in crowd safety and large-scale event management
• Next-generation fan engagement across live and digital platforms
• International case studies and insights from hosting major events
• Talent development, social inclusion, and sports-led tourism growth
• Legacy planning and sustainable post-event outcomes
• Esports innovation and youth engagement within Saudi Arabia’s sports ecosystem

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MAY TO JUNE

Design + Build Workshop, Italy 2026

20 May to 3 June 2026

This May, Building Trust International will host an exciting Design + Build workshop in Italy in partnership with Semplicemente, an Italian volunteer organization formed by people with disabilities who promote inclusion, autonomy and respect for the environment through collective and creative activities.

What will workshop participants learn?

Semplicemente has launched the project “Voglio una Casa” (I Want a Home) and is collaborating with Building Trust International to research and develop a sustainable, environmentally and economically accessible housing solution.

The workshop will focus on the design and construction of a small, replicable residential prototype, built using sustainable materials and participatory processes. For two weeks, volunteers from around the world will work side by side with local professionals and people with disabilities in a deeply inclusive, community-based experience.

When:

Build Workshop: Wednesday 20th May to Wednesday 3rd June 2026

The project aims to:

• Offer non-profit, affordable housing solutions for people with disabilities
• Develop a sustainable, low-cost, replicable bio-architecture model
• Support independent living through active participation in space management
• Regenerate abandoned public green areas and return them to the community

Please note spaces are limited, so hopeful participants should email info(at)buildingtrustinternational.org to receive their application form and register for this exciting workshop.

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JUNE

Desert Architecture Forum 2026

rescheduled from 30-31 March 2026 to 18 – 19 June 2026

Building on the resounding success of the 1st Desert Architecture Forum in Dubai, February 2025 which brought together world-renowned architects, sustainability leaders, and urban innovators, the forum returns in 2026 with a stronger vision and expanded scope to underscore the vital role of desert architecture in shaping climate-smart cities, resilient infrastructures, and self-sufficient communities across the Middle East and beyond.

As the only dedicated platform in the region, the forum will feature powerful discussions, groundbreaking case studies, and actionable strategies that not only continue the dialogue but also deliver tangible roadmaps and partnerships to accelerate the transition toward climate-resilient, environmentally harmonious built environments. The Forum provides a unique marketplace of ideas and opportunities providing direct access to project owners, architects, and consultants, along with exclusive networking, one-to-one meetings, and a showcase platform to highlight innovations and build partnerships between project owners, regulators, architects, contractors, consultants, and technology providers.

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2026 Architecture Events News

Sir John Soane’s Museum Events in 2026

2026 at Sir John Soane’s Museum will see a celebration of an English Baroque architect, adventurer, playwright and spy 300 years after his death, and an exploration of the enduring influence of ancient Egypt on British architecture and design, plus a showcase of contemporary architectural drawing practices.

Vanbrugh: The Drama of Architecture

4 March – 28 June 2026

Soane office, Royal Academy Lecture Drawings of the work of Sir John Vanbrugh, Blenheim Palace (Oxon), elevation, SM 74/4/8:

photo courtesy of Sir John Soane’s Museum

300 years after his death, a major new exhibition exploring one of the UK’s greatest architects – Sir John Vanbrugh (1664–1726) – will open in the spring.

Some of the UK’s most admired and loved country houses like Blenheim Palace and Castle Howard were the result of Vanbrugh’s genius, becoming cornerstones of English Baroque. Soane cited him as one of his great influences, saying Vanbrugh had “all the fire and power of Michelangelo and Bernini”.

Curated by Sir Charles Saumarez Smith CBE and architect Roz Barr, the exhibition will feature never-before-exhibited drawings from the collections of the V&A, the Royal Institute of British Architects, the National Portrait Gallery and Sir John Soane’s Museum, including many in Vanbrugh’s own hand.

Perhaps overshadowed by contemporaries Nicholas Hawksmoor and Sir Christopher Wren, the emotional impact and imagination of Vanbrugh has continued to be admired, particularly by architects, in the centuries since. The exhibition will highlight Vanbrugh’s enduring architectural ideas and influence, including on two of the most influential architects of the 20^th century, Robert Venturi (1925-2018) and Denise Scott Brown (b.1931). A new short film by filmmaker Jim Venturi, their son, will explore this connection and will be shown on loop in the Museum’s Foyle Space.

Vanbrugh: The Drama of Architecture will introduce new audiences to the work of an architect, dramatist and radical, whose plays, drawings, and buildings continue to inspire, 300 years on.

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Soane Medal Lecture

Autumn 2026

Continuing Sir John Soane’s encouragement to better understand the central importance of architecture in people’s lives, the Soane Medal has become an integral part in the art calendar.

Recognising architects, educators and critics, the recipient of next year’s award, selected by a panel of distinguished judges, will receive a replica of the original gold medal presented to Sir John Soane by the ‘Architects of England’ in 1835, as well as deliver a lecture that is open to all.

More details will be announced in Autumn 2026.

About Sir John Soane’s Museum

Sir John Soane’s house and collection at No. 13 Lincoln’s Inn Fields has been a national museum since the early nineteenth century. Designed by renowned architect Sir John Soane and filled with his world-class collection of paintings, sculptures, artefacts and models, the Museum retains the same fabric and design as at the time of Soane’s death in 1837.

Today, the Museum encourages access to Soane’s legacy in its broadest sense: architecture and design, creative originality, a commitment to learning and enquiry, and the connections between past and present that the Museum and its collections reveal. The Museum is open Wednesdays to Sundays, 10am to 5pm. Entry is free. There is no need to pre-book – you can walk in on the day. Sir John Soane’s Museum, 13 Lincoln’s Inn Fields, London, WC2A 3BP.
More at www.soane.org | #SoaneMuseum | (at)soanemuseum

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OCTOBER 2026

World Stadiums & Arenas Summit – Riyadh 2026

reschedules “2nd World Stadiums & Arenas Summit” from 31 March – 1 April 2026 to 14 – 15 October 2026

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