Ghent is establishing a unique Architecture Platform! Various partners will work together to promote the discussion about architecture, among each other, but also with and between residents. The planning includes debates, workshops, an architecture map and the presentation of a triennial architecture prize.
“The Ghent Architecture Platform will program actions with the intention of critically reporting on Ghent’s architectural production, looking for fun and talent in designing and making, offering ideas out of love for the city, and advising clients, designers, policymakers and residents of Ghent. tracks to set the bar high. “ according to Peter Vanden Abeele, Ghent stadsbouwmeester.
Gents Architectuurplatform is an initiative of the City of Ghent and the stadsbouwmeester, sogent, UGent Department of Architecture & Urban Planning, KU Leuven Faculty of Architecture Campus Sint-Lucas Ghent, HOGENT / KASK & Conservatorium, STAM, Design Museum Ghent, and Archipel.
Photo: Arnout Fonck