International network for traditional building, architecture & urbanism

Building a world where everyone loves where they live.

About Us

INTBAU is a global network of chapters, from Brazil to Pakistan, Finland to Kenya.
We work to advance traditional building, architecture, and urbanism through
Advocacy, Education, Research, and Grants for exceptional grassroots projects.

Education

Traditional design is taught in under 3% of architecture programmes worldwide. Our network runs courses and workshops to help fill the gap.

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Grants

The best ideas for making better places too often lack funding. INTBAU Grants support grassroots projects rooted in local wisdom and skill.

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Advocacy

Partnerships and involvement in major projects amplify our impact and help us take steps towards a world where everyone loves where they live.

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Research

Traditional building, architecture, and urbanism need more tested, impartial evidence of their health, economic, and environmental benefits.

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Our Global Network

Afghanistan

Australia

Austria

Albania

Bangladesh

Belgium

Brazil

Canada

Colombia

Croatia

Cuba

Cyprus

Finland

France

Germany

Hungary

India

Iran

Ireland

Italy

Kenya

Levant

Malaysia

Mexico

Morocco

The Netherlands

Norway

Pakistan

Poland

Portugal

Qatar

Romania

Serbia

Spain

Sweden

Switzerland

Tunisia

Turkey

Ukraine

USA

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Online Course on Energy Retrofit of Historic Buildings

4 Aug, 2026

INTBAU partners with the Turkish Design Council and Humane Urbanism Foundation on post-disaster reconstruction in Antakya

The three organisations share a common goal: promoting responsible reconstruction that honours local character, identity, and social context.

1 Jul, 2026

2026 INTBAU events and activities calendar

A compilation of events and activities by the INTBAU Network worldwide. Mark your calendar and stay tuned for updates as we continue to add upcoming events.

25 Jun, 2026

Discussion with founders of architecture schools: session 6 of the Frascati Conference ‘Humanitas and the Harmony of Place’

Members of the INTBAU Network joined the discussion fostering cooperation among the growing constellation of traditional architectural education initiatives.

7 May, 2026

A Gateway to the World of New Traditional Architecture: INTBAU Germany visits the Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg

This blog post is part of the ArchitecTour series, chronicling the INTBAU Germany chapter’s architectural walks in search of classical architecture – both old and new. It is written by Michelle Sofge and Bart Urban.

21 Apr, 2026

The association La Table Ronde de l’Architecture has launched a crowdfunding campaign to establish a pioneering School of Architecture & Crafts in Europe

Support the campaign and contribute to the creation of a new reference for education in traditional architecture and building crafts.

15 Apr, 2026

INTBAU Professional Member John Simpson wins 2026 Driehaus Prize for Architecture

INTBAU warmly congratulates John Simpson, a member of the INTBAU College of Traditional Practitioners, on being named the 2026 recipient of the Richard H. Driehaus Prize.