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Arcam Hosts a Roundtable Discussion on the European Collective Housing Award and Collective Housing Futures

Explore how innovative collective housing projects contribute to new ways of living, examining their architectural and social impact.

Arcam presents a vital roundtable discussion as part of the European Collective Housing Award, exploring the future of urban living. This event brings together experts to delve into collective housing, focusing on architectural innovation and social integration. Discover projects that are shaping new community models and influencing how people live together across Europe. Engage with leading voices in urban planning and design.

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Exhibition summary

Arcam is hosting an open roundtable discussion focused on collective housing as part of the European Collective Housing Award. This event will explore how collective housing projects contribute to new ways of living together, examining their architectural and social impact.

Curatorial context

On March 31, 2026, Arcam will host a roundtable discussion centered on collective housing, an event organized as part of the European Collective Housing Award. This initiative aims to highlight and discuss collective housing projects that significantly influence how people live, focusing on both architectural innovation and social integration. The award encompasses new constructions and renovations, across public and private sectors, in all 46 Council of Europe countries. This Amsterdam roundtable, part of a European tour, will bring together architects, policymakers, researchers, residents, and other stakeholders to delve into innovative housing projects and their social consequences. Notable speakers include José Ángel Medina, Director of the Basque Architecture Institute; Kristiaan Borret, City Architect of Brussels; and architects Robin Beers & Stephanie Zeulevoet of INBO. The discussion will be moderated by Pablo García, Director of Housing and Architecture at the Basque Government. This event is also noted to occur before or after visiting the exhibition 'The Amsterdam Architecture Prize 2026'.

Admission and ticket notes

Registration for this roundtable is free and available via a dedicated online form. Arcam is open from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM on the day of the event, allowing visitors to attend the roundtable and potentially visit the related exhibition 'The Amsterdam Architecture Prize 2026'.

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Speakers include José Ángel Medina (Director of the Basque Architecture Institute), Kristiaan Borret (City Architect of Brussels), Robin Beers & Stephanie Zeulevoet (INBO architects), and Boudewijn van den Breemer (Platform for Housing Cooperatives Amsterdam). The discussion will be moderated by Pablo García (Director of Housing and Architecture at the Basque Government). Finalists from the first edition, HE Architectes, are also mentioned.
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