The research group Architecture + Interior (A+I) seeks multi-and interdisciplinary study, research and community service regarding processes of sustainable transition of the built environment. Its operations cover both the movable and the immovable assets and extends from the furniture, interior design and building of the city and the countryside. The activities involve design-based, cultural, historical, social, economic and technical aspects of the different spatial scales. In addition, it also aims to related issues on a meta-level, such as methodology of design, research and education, and assessment frameworks. This approach connects the various substantive aspects of the broad field of action and creates a well-founded structure with a significant return for the research and nexus with education.
The group's vision is to strengthen its strategic position as an international reference in architecture and interior architecture design research, with a focus on supporting the transition toward a socially and ecologically sustainable built environment.
To promote knowledge sharing and maintain focus within the large group, the Architecture + Interior research is organised into four research areas: Building Culture - History and Theory; Design Studies and Education; Social Awareness and Design; and Technology and Circular Design.
News and events
Lectures by Franqui Chair holder - Prof. Dr. Carola Ebert ( Interior Design, History of Architecture, and Design Department at Berlin International University of Applied Sciences )
Inaugural lecture:
Tue, 24.02.2026 - Between Thought and Action. Architecture, Interiors, and the History/Theory-Studio Nexus. 17:00, Main auditorium/Promotiezaal Grauwzusters (Lange Sint-Annastraat 7, Antwerp)
Registration at: https://www.uantwerpen.be/nl/overuantwerpen/faculteiten/ontwerpwetenschappen/nieuws-en-activiteiten/francqui-lectures-2025/
A second lecture:
Tue, 24.03.2026 - Interiors beyond Spaces. Theorising Interior Architecture and Design. Identity, Practices, Education, and Beyond. 17:00-19:00 The Design Sciences-lectures series, A 3.3. (Ambtmanstraat 1, Antwerp)
Research workshop:
Wed 22.04.2026 - Research Workshop “Research <> Design. Reflections on Design Research and Research Design”. 9:30-12:30 - more info will coming soon.
Call for Submissions — Special Issue in Buildings Circular Strategies for the Built Environment: Innovations in Adaptation, Reuse and Recycling
Circular Strategies for the Built Environment: Innovations in Adaptation, Reuse and Recycling
Anibal Maury Ramirez and Mario Rinke are pleased to announce the opening of submissions for the Special Issue “Circular Strategies for the Built Environment: Innovations in Adaptation, Reuse and Recycling” in Buildings. This Special Issue seeks original research articles, reviews, and case studies on circular strategies such as building adaption, components reuse, and materials recycling.
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 September 2026. Further information and submission details: Buildings | Special Issue : Circular Strategies for the Built Environment: Innovations in Adaptation, Reuse and Recycling
