Lecture and Exercise Architecture – Construction – Settlements

Mobility infrastructures, affordable housing and tactical interventions in informal settlements and their relevance for social inclusion are the main topics of this class. Thereby the role of architects and planners is of central importance to provide a livable neigbourhood environment in emerging cities. Practical examples of Latin America are to be discussed.

The class will be organized in March/April with four lectures and finalized in June 2026 with a practical part (urban design work). This class is an integrative part of the modul “International Urban and Regional Development”.