The international conference “Teaching Practices, Practicing Architecture”, organized within the Architecture Pop-up Lab Exchange (APLE) Erasmus+ project, was held as a two-day event on 26–27 March 2026 at the Faculty of Architecture, University of Sarajevo. It brought together academics, professionals, and stakeholders to explore innovative approaches to architectural education and practice. The event served as a dynamic platform for dialogue, knowledge exchange, and collaboration between higher education institutions and the professional sector.
The conference focused on the relationship between teaching methodologies and real-world architectural practice, highlighting the importance of experiential learning, interdisciplinary approaches, and the integration of emerging technologies. Through a series of presentations, panel discussions, and interactive sessions, participants examined current challenges in architectural education and proposed forward-looking strategies for its development.
A key aspect of the conference was the active involvement of industry stakeholders, who contributed valuable insights into professional expectations, practical skills, and opportunities for future cooperation. This exchange emphasized the need to bridge the gap between academia and practice, fostering stronger partnerships and more responsive educational models.
Parallel sessions featured a wide range of research topics, including sustainable design, circular economy principles, digital tools, as well as critical and experimental pedagogical methods. Discussions also addressed socially responsible design, heritage transformation, and innovative studio practices, reflecting the diversity and complexity of contemporary architectural discourse.
The conference concluded with a collaborative reflection on achieved results and future directions, reinforcing the importance of continued international cooperation and the development of adaptable, practice-oriented educational frameworks. Overall, the event highlighted the role of architectural education as a catalyst for innovation, critical thinking, and meaningful engagement with societal and environmental challenges.
On behalf od APLE Consortium we want to thank all our partners and participants.
Institute for Planning and Development of Sarajevo Canton, Studio Mrav Sarajevo, Sinteza architecture Visoko, Walter AEC Sarajevo.
