Invitation to Participate in a Virtual Roundtable on Architectural Education

The theory vs. practice tussle in architectural education is raising urgent questions about its relevance, reach, and real-world impact. It is a call to rethink how we’re shaping future architects. As the architectural landscape rapidly evolves to meet the complex needs of contemporary society, a critical question emerges—is the current system of architectural education keeping pace? Over the past six years, enrollment in B.Arch has dropped by approximately 41% (Acc. to Council of Architecture). The five-year undergraduate program—one of the longest and most expensive professional degrees—still falls short of equipping students with practical skills, critical thinking, and broader socio-spatial awareness […]