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Call for Papers: 9th International Conference of Contemporary Affairs in Architecture and Urbanism (ICCAUA2026)

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Instanbul , Turkiye

Website: https://www.iccaua.com/page/paper-guidelines

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7-8 May 2026
Istanbul, TÜRKİYE
Hybrid Conference (Both online and In-person presentations will be available) 

The 9th International Conference of Contemporary Affairs in Architecture and Urbanism (ICCAUA2026) will be jointly organised by Alanya University and Istanbul Aydın University. ICCAUA2026 will feature both in-person and online sessions, bringing together theories, manifestos, and methodologies on contemporary architecture and urban spaces to deepen the understanding of the future of architecture and urban planning. The conference aims to build a bridge between theory and practice in the built environment by presenting the latest research findings, innovative approaches, and methodologies for creating, assessing, and understanding contemporary built environments.

The scope of the conference includes peer-reviewed original research articles, case studies, technical reports, reviews, analyses, short communications, and notes to the editor. Scholars, practitioners, professionals, researchers, and policymakers across disciplines—including Architecture, Urban Design, Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture, Civil Engineering, and Art—are welcome to contribute. The conference will only publish research of the highest quality and impact.

 

  • Submit your abstracts to: iccaua@alanyauniversity.edu.tr

  • Deadline: December 7, 2025

  • Important Note: To expedite the review process, please submit your abstract as a .docx Word file, strictly following the format, structure, and guidelines provided in the above-mentioned templates. Please first submit only your abstract. If accepted, you will receive a manuscript number and a preliminary acceptance letter, after which you may register and then submit your full paper. Please note that after you receive your manuscript number, you will need to mention your manuscript number and the title of your manuscript in all your future communication. Emails that do not include the relevant manuscript number and title may cause delays, confusion, or may remain unanswered. 

The primary themes (sections) and their sub-sections for the conference are:
 

  • Architecture and Technology

  • Sustainability and Urban Design

  • Habitat Studies / Infra Habitation
  • Urban Economics: Studies/Policies/Challenges
  • Salutogenic Architecture
  • Civil Engineering
  

Submit your abstracts to: iccaua@alanyauniversity.edu.tr

Important Note: To expedite the review process, please submit your abstract as a .docx Word file, strictly following the format, structure, and guidelines provided in the above-mentioned templates. Please first submit only your abstract. If accepted, you will receive a manuscript number and a preliminary acceptance letter, after which you may register and then submit your full paper. Please note that after you receive your manuscript number, you will need to mention your manuscript number and the title of your manuscript in all your future communication. Emails thatdo not include the relevant manuscript number and title may cause delays, confusion, or may remain unanswered.
 

The paper selection will be carried out during the peer review process as well as at the conference presentation stage. Submitted papers must not be under consideration by any other journal or publication. The final decision for paper selection will be made based on peer review reports by the review board of the conference.