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Created under the "BIG SEE" initiative, the festival seeks to redefine how common-sense principles can contribute to a more socially and environmentally conscious contemporary architecture, addressing pressing global issues such as climate resilience, circular construction, adaptive reuse, and the ethical implications of AI in architectural practice.
Discussions exploring the future of architecture: AI, urban visions, and global platforms
Leading experts, architects, and urban planners will explore the evolving role of architecture in an ever-changing world through a series of discussions:
Beyond Algorithms: The Human Touch in AI-Enhanced Architecture will examine the growing role of artificial intelligence in architectural design, highlighting both its potential and limitations.
Visualizing a City: Future Perspectives from the North and the South, curated by Selçuk Avcı, will focus on the urban transformation of different parts of the Southeast European region, reviewing strategies for resilient and sustainable urban development.
SEE in Venice – Venice in BIG Architecture: Synergies for 2027 will assess the participation of 21 Southeast European (SEE) countries in the Venice Architecture Biennale 2025, reflecting on the inputs and contributions that will strengthen the link, achieving a stronger and more unified presence in 2027.
Shaping the Future of World Expos: Countries Beyond Osaka 2025 will examine how Southeast European (SEE) nations can maximize their impact at EXPO 2025 Osaka and future EXPOS. The discussion will highlight architectural innovation, national branding, and strategies to increase regional visibility at these influential global events.
Exhibition SEE the Future: Reimagining the Cities of Tomorrow
The Cities of the Future exhibition at BIG Architecture 2025 will showcase visionary ideas for the evolution of urban life in outh-East Europe and beyond.
Industry Innovation, Networking, and Professional Exchange
With over 100 exhibitors, the trade show will serve as a hub for industry professionals seeking the latest innovations in architecture, interior design, materials, and sustainable solutions.
BIG Architecture & Interior Design Awards 2025
The festival will also celebrate the best in architecture and interior design with the prestigious BIG Architecture & Interior Design Awards 2025.
The 2025 edition features a prestigious panel of jury members, including influential figures such as Juergen Mayer H., Pascale Sablan, Paul Robbrecht, Fernando Rodríguez, Amin Taha, and Kentaro Takeguchi, ensuring a rigorous evaluation process and a celebration of groundbreaking architectural contributions.
The two days of the festival will present more than 600 projects and topics.
A Global Stage for Creativity and Excellence
As the built environment faces unprecedented challenges, the BIG Architecture Festival 2025 aims to inspire architects and designers to embrace common sense, shared spaces, and collective responsibility in their work.
