ArchiFUTURES
PhD Research Conference 2026
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The Centre for Architecture, Urbanism & Global Heritage (CAUGH)
York School of Architecture, The University of York
27 - 28 July 2026
About the conference:
About the conference:
Architecture is deeply intertwined with cultural, social, environmental, and technological change. By placing sustainability, equity, and resilience at the forefront of architectural thinking, current research continues to shape more responsible futures for architecture and the built environment.
The School of Architecture at the University of York is pleased to launch the first ArchiFUTURES PhD Conference, a student-led forum dedicated to showcasing and supporting doctoral research in architecture and the built environment.
We warmly welcome PhD researchers working across a wide range of disciplinary and methodological approaches, from ancient cities and historic architecture to contemporary design, sustainable futures, and emerging global challenges.
CONFERENCE THEMES
01 Architectural history and urban heritage.
02 Architectural pedagogy, theory and practice.
03 Participatory architecture and community engagement.
04 Environmental sustainability and spatial justice.
05 Digital design, future architecture, and AI.
Venue: University of York, Campus East, York School of Architecture, Piazza Building, YO10 5GW
For enquiries & submissions : beiying.zhu@york.ac.uk
For enquiries & submissions : beiying.zhu@york.ac.uk
ArchiFUTURES
ArchiFUTURES is a doctoral training initiative that brings together research, academic, and non-academic partners interested in advancing novel modes and approaches to doctoral training in architecture and in exchanging knowledge and methodologies within the field.
ArchiFUTURES Founding Partners
Centre for Architecture, Urbanism and Global Heritage
Leeds Architecture and Urbanism Group
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