Research Labs

EPFL Architecture features a robust research ecosystem, comprising 21 dedicated research labs within the Institute of Architecture. These labs serve as vibrant hubs of research and innovation, driving forward the boundaries of architectural knowledge, while bridging other disciplines together. In addition to these labs, the institute fosters collaboration through various research groups and centers of architecture, landscape and urban design. The institute’s research structure revolves around five interconnected domains:(1) Theory and History; (2) Transformation and Sustainable Development; (3) Data and Digital; (4) Territory and Society; and (5) Projects and Design. The organization of the research at EPFL Architecture underlines its commitment to addressing the intricate challenges of our time. By fostering synergies across these five domains and facilitating interdisciplinary collaboration with other labs at ENAC and beyond, EPFL Architecture cultivates a rich research landscape that nurtures critical understanding, creative thinking, innovation and the development of actionable, transformative solutions.