“After successful editions of the forum organized in Chicago and Stuttgart, we are excited to be able to bring the forum to Madrid in November. With its long history of innovation in architecture and structural engineering, Madrid is the perfect place to bring together some of the most remarkable people practicing today. It will be a unique opportunity to learn from and discuss with students, faculty, and professionals how research and innovation can influence architecture and engineering,” said Iker Gil, Executive Director of the SOM Foundation.
“ETSAM at the Universidad Politécnica de Madrid is honored to host this distinguished event organized by the SOM Foundation, which provides an exceptional platform for reflection and exchange,” said Javier Francisco Raposo Grau, director of ETSAM. “We take particular pride in the fact that the themes under discussion are closely aligned with the principles of sustainability, inclusivity, and beauty that define the New European Bauhaus (NEB), to which our school is strongly committed. This convergence with the NEB vision, which we explored together with the Spanish Government's Ministry of Housing and Urban Agenda, further strengthens our collective commitment to advancing towards a more sustainable and inspiring future through architecture and design.”
The full-day event will include presentations by academics and industry leaders whose body of work, creativity, and expertise inspire the future of materiality, assembly, and technology in the built world. The forum is open to the public and welcomes design professionals, educators, and students. More information about the schedule and participating speakers will be available soon.
