In Memoriam – Jean-Louis Cohen, 1949-2023

In Memoriam – Jean-Louis Cohen, 1949-2023 Docomomo International is deeply saddened to hear the news of the passing of Jean-Louis Cohen on August 7, 2023. A renowned architectural critic, professor, and advocate of 20th century architecture preservation, he also held a crucial role in the scientific council of Docomomo and was an invaluable collaborator. Docomomo… Continue reading In Memoriam – Jean-Louis Cohen, 1949-2023

CfA Docomomo Journal Interiors Deadline June 30

Docomomo Journal “Interiors in Times of Crisis” CfA deadline on June 30! DOCOMOMO International re-announced the Call for Abstracts for a special issue of the Docomomo Journal “Learning from Modern Movement Interiors in Times of Crisis”, dedicated to the functioning and experience of the modern interior in times of crisis, showcasing a variety of insightful… Continue reading CfA Docomomo Journal Interiors Deadline June 30

Frankfurt Declaration (on Housing)

Support the Frankfurt Declaration (on Housing) Sign the petition on Change.org and make it happen! On the occasion of the 20th DOCOMOMO Germany Conference on Politics – Society – Housing, the Frankfurt Declaration is presented. This event focused on the topic of affordable housing and equally of healthy living and quality of living environments. With… Continue reading Frankfurt Declaration (on Housing)

Webinar: Heritage-led Development for IIM Ahmedabad

Future of the Modern Past – Heritage-led Development for IIM Ahmedabad The webinar on the future of the IIM Ahmedabad will take place on April 13 and 14, 2023, 17.00-20.15 IST / 13.30-16.45 CET. The event is organized under the aegis of ICOMOS India, through the collaboration of The National Scientific Committee of 20th Century… Continue reading Webinar: Heritage-led Development for IIM Ahmedabad

Partisan Memorial Cemetery in Mostar

Heritage in Danger: The Partisan Memorial Cemetery in Mostar The Partisan Memorial Cemetery in Mostar (Bosnia and Herzegovina) by Bogdan Bogdanović is on the list of 11 most endangered monuments and heritage sites in Europe for 2023, announced by Europa Nostra and the European Investment Bank Institute. This 300m long paved ceremonial pathway is one… Continue reading Partisan Memorial Cemetery in Mostar

Shared Heritage Africa – Kampala exhibition

Shared Heritage Africa – Kampala exhibition On Friday 18th of February, 2023 the photo exhibition of the Shared Heritage Africa project was opened at the School of Arts and Industrial Design of Kyambogo University in Kampala, Uganda. The thematic approaches of the research fellows featured in the middle of the exhibition space, surrounded by large… Continue reading Shared Heritage Africa – Kampala exhibition

7th International Iconic Houses Conference

7th International Iconic Houses Conference – Icons of Czech Avantgarde: Authenticity & Style Diversity Docomomo International is pleased to announce that the 7th International Iconic Houses Conference will take place in the Czech Republic on 22-26 May 2023. Get your Early Bird tickets before 15 January! ICONIC HOUSES includes in the Czech Republic eleven beautiful… Continue reading 7th International Iconic Houses Conference

8th Architectural Finishes Research Conference – CfA

8th Architectural Finishes Research Conference and Call for Abstracts Docomomo International is pleased to share the news that from May 29 through 1 June 2024, the Cultural Heritage Agency of the Netherlands (RCE) will host the Architectural Finishes Research Conference in Amsterdam, in collaboration with renowned partners on this subject in the Low Countries: Koninklijk… Continue reading 8th Architectural Finishes Research Conference – CfA

Building Data: Architecture, Memory and New Imaginaries

Bakema Congress “Building Data. Architecture, Memory and New Imaginaries” DOCOMOMO International is pleased to share the announcement of the upcoming annual conference of the Jaap Bakema Study Centre (JBSC) “Building Data. Architecture, Memory and New Imaginaries,” set to take place on November 23-24 at TU Delft and Het Nieuwe Instituut in Rotterdam. The focus will… Continue reading Building Data: Architecture, Memory and New Imaginaries

Architecture and Transculturation | 2022

Architecture and Transculturation: Transatlantic Connections | 2022 The event Architecture and Transculturation: Transatlantic Connections | 2022 intends to promote knowledge about the exchanges of ideas and people in the field of Architecture and Urbanism between Brazil, South America, Europe and Africa. The event, in its third edition, arose from the importance of giving visibility to… Continue reading Architecture and Transculturation | 2022