Overview

The 9th International Conference of Contemporary Affairs in Architecture and Urbanism (ICCAUA2026) is a hybrid conference which will take place from 7 to 8 May 2026 in Istanbul Türkiye. Alanya University organizes the event which enables international participants in architecture and urbanism to present their work through both physical and virtual platforms.

Focus

ICCAUA2026 investigates present architectural and urban design practices through their examination of current design concepts and architectural studies and design methods. The conference establishes practical links between theoretical frameworks and actual building design work through research projects which develop future architectural and urban design methods.

Program

The conference presents various types of research papers which include peer-reviewed original research papers and case reports and technical reports and review studies and analytical papers and short communications and notes to the editor. The sessions will display research results which demonstrate new research methods for developing and evaluating new building designs and studying modern built spaces. The organization will implement both in-person and virtual events to enable worldwide attendance from international participants.

Audience

The event welcomes scholars, practitioners, professionals, researchers, and policymakers from disciplines including architecture, urban planning, urban design, landscape architecture, civil engineering, and art, who share an interest in contemporary built environments.

Event Details

✦ ArchUp Editorial Insight

The ICCAUA2026 conference serves as an academic platform which enables researchers to evaluate modern architectural and urban design theories through peer-reviewed research work. The hybrid event format enables more people to participate from different countries while the international research community uses it as a research platform. The conference topics need a specific critical focus because their current broad range of themes creates a danger of dividing attention among multiple subjects. The conference aims to connect theoretical knowledge with practical applications yet success depends on how well each participant presents their work instead of following a single curatorial approach. The building exists as an academic space which supports scholarly activities instead of creating instant changes to urban or architectural environments.

Closing Note

ICCAUA2026 maintains its status as a global academic platform which promotes research excellence and scholarly discussions to develop modern architectural and urban research fields.

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