On 15-16 December 2023, the Lisbon Architecture Triennale will host the first Annual Summit of Open House Europe, an international cooperation project co-funded by the European Union, of which the Irish Architecture Foundation is a member.

As well as members’ meetings, the summit will feature a Public Programme related to this year’s theme, Building Futures Together, focusing on sustainable practices in our built environment.

The Annual Summit is a gathering of the community of Open House festivals’ organisers, architecture enthusiasts, students, and professionals. Hosted by the Lisbon Architecture Triennale in an 18th-century palace transformed into a cultural centre, the first Open House Europe Annual Summit will feature a lively programme with three public debates, three guided tours, a workshop, an exhibition and film screenings. It aims to facilitate cross-regional exchange, bringing together perspectives and expertise from diverse fields of knowledge. It is a unique opportunity for the Open House community and anyone who is planning to launch an Open House festival in their cities, to come together, learn, exchange knowledge, and share experiences.

The Open House Dublin team will be representing the Irish Architecture Foundation at this year’s Summit.

Tune in to the Open House Europe YouTube live stream to watch the three debates from the comfort of home.

Photo: Casa Imensas Janelas, Open House Lisboa 2023. Photo by Hugo David © courtesy of Trienal de Arquitectura de Lisboa.