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Architects in Residence 2026: Collaborative Urban Crisis Solutions Exhibition in Amsterdam

Discover how leading architects propose collective strategies for urban resilience and future development across Amsterdam neighborhoods.

This exhibition details the 2026 Architects in Residence program, showcasing innovative responses to Amsterdam's urgent urban challenges. Explore concrete case studies from Noord, Haven-Stad, and Nieuw-West, focusing on collective action plans for water management, community resilience, and urban risk awareness. Learn about proposed solutions for complex issues.

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Exhibition summary

This initiative focuses on addressing urban crises in Amsterdam through collaborative action by Architects in Residence. Three distinct projects in Noord, Haven-Stad, and Nieuw-West explore themes of water and mold problems, community resilience, and risk awareness in urban development.

Curatorial context

In 2026, ARCAM's Architects in Residence program, following the 2025 theme of understanding crises, shifts focus to concrete case studies in Amsterdam Noord, Haven-Stad, and Nieuw-West. The program aims to develop collective action plans for complex and urgent urban issues. Three specific projects are detailed: Bright Collective's investigation into mold and water problems in Amsterdam Noord, working with residents to develop collective solutions using a 'Future Design Methodiek'. Ruba Ammiwala & Jeffrey Bolhuis (AP+E) focus on the collective resilience of the Botteskerkbuurt in Nieuw-West, strengthening local networks for emergency preparedness and information access. MUST Stedenbouw addresses risks and disasters in Haven-Stad, building on previous research to create awareness among designers, developers, and residents through various formats like a disaster brochure or a 'disaster model'. Local meetings are planned for public participation. Further programming includes 'Het Veldhospitaal' performances, a textbook for policymakers, and a concluding exhibition at ARCAM after the summer.

Admission and ticket notes

Information about local bijeenkomsten (meetings) for public participation will be announced on the Arcam agenda. Further programming includes performances and an exhibition at ARCAM after the summer. Specific details on attending these events should be checked via the Arcam agenda. "Humorous performances in special locations in June!" are mentioned with dates from June 18 to 23, 2026, at various locations in Noord, Nieuw-West, and Haven-stad.

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Amsterdam Centre for Architecture (ARCAM)
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Open now
Exhibition schedule
Jan 1, 2026 – Dec 31, 2026
Artist line / attribution
Features contributions from Bright Collective, Ruba Ammiwala & Jeffrey Bolhuis (AP+E), and MUST Stedenbouw as Architects in Residence. The project also mentions Gouden Haas for performances and LOOM Storytelling Collective.
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