Institute for Advanced Architecture of Catalonia

WHAT IS IAAC?

The Institute for Advanced Architecture of Catalonia (IAAC) is a centre for research, education, production and outreach, with the mission of envisioning the future habitat of our society and building it in the present.

IAAC follows the digital revolution at all scales (from bits to geography, from micro-controllers to cities, from materials to the territory) to expand the boundaries of architecture and design and meet the challenges faced by humanity. IAAC is an experimental and experiential centre where one learns by doing, through a test methodology that promotes real solutions.

IAAC is an open, independent and radical non-profit foundation, with 20 years of activity; inspired by the values of Barcelona, the capital of architecture and design, where urbanism was invented and where a local high quality and innovation-oriented research is connected to an international network of excellence in technology, architecture and society fields.

*WHY STUDY AT IAAC?*

• *Global Network*: Join a diverse community of students, researchers, and professionals from over 70 countries.
• *Advanced Facilities*: Access top-tier digital fabrication tools in one of Europe’s leading laboratories.
• *Career Impact*: 70% of IAAC alumni secure employment within 6 months, and 90% within a year.
• *Inspiring City*: Experience Barcelona, a global hub for cutting-edge design and architecture.
• *Supportive Community*: Be part of a network of alumni, researchers, and faculty all dedicated to building the future.
• *Innovative Learning*: Benefit from an academic environment with a high machine-to-student ratio, ensuring immersive learning experiences.

We invite you to be part of a community that’s prototyping tomorrow, today. Here, every idea has the potential to shape the future of our built environment.