Architecture Everywhere

Through “Architecture Everywhere,” various organizations are joining forces to more firmly establish the social value of architecture. The architectural community aims to demonstrate that architecture plays a key role in the transitions of our time—from climate and energy to housing and inclusive living environments. By bringing together knowledge, networks, and programs, the participating parties seek to increase the visibility and impact of architecture and make the field future-proof.

The Background of Architecture Everywhere

Architecture Everywhere emerged from the shared conviction that architecture is more than just building. It is a way to shape society and address pressing issues through spatial design. By joining forces, architectural institutions reinforce one another and enhance their social relevance.

What do we hope to achieve with Architecture Everywhere?

The network operates through knowledge sharing, joint programs, and the development of a shared agenda. Through events, publications, and public interventions, the role of architecture is made visible in major societal transitions.

The goal is a stronger and more cohesive architectural landscape in the Netherlands, where architecture is visible not only in buildings but also in processes, policy, and societal choices. In this way, architecture becomes a natural part of the future we are shaping together.

When can you expect results?

The first joint activities began in 2024 and will be expanded in the coming years. It is an ongoing program that consistently yields new results in the form of debates, exhibitions, and joint projects.

The Partners of Architectuur Overal

The BNA, the Royal Association of Dutch Architectural Firms, represents more than 60% of employees at architectural firms in the Netherlands.

The bni is the professional association of Dutch interior architects. The association supports, encourages, and promotes Dutch interior architects.

The Professional Organization of Dutch Designers (BNO) is an association founded by designers, for designers.

The BNSP, the Professional Association of Dutch Urban Planners and Planners, is an association of professionals, firms, and institutes, (parts of) government organizations, non-profit organizations, and educational institutions active in spatial planning, spatial research, urban planning, and planning.

The Foundation for the Coordination of Local Architecture Initiatives (CoLA) is a network of more than forty local and regional architecture centers that collaborate to enhance spatial quality in the Netherlands.

The Federation for Spatial Quality is a professional association dedicated to preserving the beauty, livability, and sustainability of the Netherlands and enhancing them in every development.

The International Architecture Biennale Rotterdam (IABR) organizes an extensive public cultural program centered on architecture every two years.

Het Nieuwe Instituut is the national institute and museum for architecture, design, and digital culture.

The National Renovation Platform (NRP) focuses on the existing built environment. After all, the real estate of the future already exists. The major societal challenges associated with this require a collaborative and integrated approach.

The Royal Dutch Association for Garden and Landscape Architecture (NVTL) is the only Dutch professional association for garden and landscape architects and designers.

Platform Woonopgave is a growing alliance of designers and other experts from various organizations who wish to collaborate on their own initiative to create a livable Netherlands.

The Creative Industries Fund NL is the national cultural fund for design, architecture, and digital culture.

The Deltametropool Association coordinates independent design research on issues related to the growing metropolitan areas in the Netherlands and the Euro-Delta metropolis (comprising the Randstad, the Flemish Diamond, and the Ruhr region).