Wednesday, October 22

INTBAU 25: Progress in Tradition

Bringing together global voices to advance the role of tradition in building a better world. Celebrate 25 years with us.

By INTBAU

Date and time

Location

Chelsea Old Town Hall

King's Road London SW3 5EE United Kingdom

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event.

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10:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Practice Open Doors

Kick off World Congress 2025 on Wednesday 22 October with Practice Open Doors—a unique opportunity to step inside the studios, ateliers, and academic spaces shaping traditional architecture and craft...

About this event

Event lasts 3 days 8 hours

Join us in London for INTBAU’s fifth World Congress and a milestone 25th anniversary— a global gathering of experts, practitioners, and thought leaders from the network and beyond shaping the future of traditional architecture, building, and urbanism.

From 22–24 October 2025, we invite you to take part in a rich programme exploring the past, present, and future of tradition in the built environment. With a practice open day, thought-provoking talks, and an exclusive guided tour of Nansledan, the Congress offers a unique chance to engage with the ideas and people shaping better places to live.

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect and exchange ideas. Leave feeling inspired to promote tradition as a vital force in our shared future!

Visit our website for FULL INFORMATION on speakers and sessions.

Organized by

INTBAU

The International Network for Traditional Building, Architecture & Urbanism (INTBAU) promotes and preserves traditional building practices worldwide. Founded in 2001 by His Majesty King Charles III, who is our patron, INTBAU connects professionals, academics, students, and communities.

With 40 chapters and 10,000 members in over 150 countries and regions, our mission is to sustain building knowledge that respects local identity, context, and climate. We achieve this through hands-on workshops, grants, conferences, study tours, competitions, and awards, ensuring traditional methods thrive in the modern world.