It will be one of the biggest challenges facing most cities over the next couple of decades; how to sustainably accommodate our growing population. How the architectural community responds to this challenge will influence the quality of housing, shape communities and form the urban habitats of the early 21st Century. It will ultimately define the next generation. Join world leaders in design for this high level summit which will review and debate a wide range of boundary-pushing initiatives from around the world. From regenerating the slums in Mumbai, building on water in the Netherlands through community driven housing projects in Berlin, to the very latest award winning residential projects.
Ibrahim Abdelhady is an architect, academic, and media entrepreneur with over two decades of experience in architecture and digital publishing. He is the Founder and CEO of Arch2O.com, a leading platform in architectural media, renowned for showcasing innovative projects, student work, and critical discourse in design. Holding dual PhDs in Architecture, Dr. Abdelhady combines academic rigor with industry insight, shaping both future architects and architectural thought. He actively teaches, conducts research, and contributes to the global architecture community through his writing, lectures, and media ventures. His work bridges the gap between practice and academia, pushing the boundaries of how architecture is communicated in the digital age.