The Places and Technologies 2025 conference examines how emerging technologies shape cities, focusing on creating joyful, vibrant urban environments. As we explore the intersection of technology and urban life, the conference will address the ethical considerations, opportunities, and risks associated with these advancements. We aim to develop innovative solutions, share expertise, and encourage forward-thinking discussions about the future of joyful cities.

In an era of rapid urbanization, cities must accommodate growing populations and foster environments that enhance happiness, well-being, and social connection. This conference highlights the importance of designing cities that balance technological advancements with their residents' emotions and experiences, ensuring that joy remains a potential key factor in urban development.

Places and Technologies 2025 will explore new methodologies, design strategies, and technologies to increase the sense of joy and vitality in the built environment. Key topics will include the role of emerging technologies in shaping urban happiness, the impact of urban design on emotional well-being, and how cities can foster community engagement through innovative public spaces.

The conference seeks to answer crucial questions: How can technology be harnessed to create spaces that inspire joy? What design principles should guide the development of joyful cities? How can diverse communities participate in the shaping of these urban futures?

Key themes will include:

• The creation of joyful urban environments through technology,

• The role of design in fostering joy and social interaction,

• Technological innovations that enhance urban happiness,

• Strategies to promote joy in diverse social and cultural contexts,

• Multidisciplinary collaboration between architecture, technology, and the arts

• Approaches to balancing historical preservation with contemporary needs,

• Sustainable urban mobility solutions for joyful and connected cities.

Conference program will cover the topics of interest that include, but are not limited to:

• Image, identity, and quality of place

• Urban design and planning for a better liveable urban environment

• Affordable housing

• Architectural design

• New construction technologies

• Building structures and materials

• Adaptable, resilient, and sustainable architecture

• Adaptive reuse

• Preservation of built heritage

• Landscape architecture.

The PT25 Conference will cover two types of activities to present knowledge and professional research results, all of which will be diverse