Announced Speakers for 2026

Marc & Nada Breitman (FR)

Architects and Founders of Breitman et Breitman

Clunie Fretton (UK)

Professional Sculptor, Carver & Gilder
Neuroscientist and Senior Researcher at Eurac Research

Alexandros Lavdas (GR)

Erika Wörman (SE)

Architect and Urban Planner at P.A.C.E.

Pedro Godoy & Maria Sanchez (GT)

Architects, Urbanists & Founders of Estudio Urbano
Blacksmith and Stonemason at the Nidaros Cathedral

Magnus Vartdal (NO)

More speakers to be announced in early 2026

 FAQs

  • Beauty in Architecture (BARCH) is a Norwegian non-profit organization promoting classical and traditional architecture in the modern world. Through our annual symposium in Oslo and various educational initiatives, BARCH encourages critical discussions around architectural beauty, harmony, and sustainability to contrast the current design trends. Our goal is to foster community and appreciation for human-scaled, heritage-informed designs that resonate with our common cultural and historical identity.

  • The 4th edition of Beauty in Architecture (previously Beauty & Ugliness) will be held at Håndverkeren in central Oslo. We will be posting more detailed advice to travel and accommodation later this fall.

  • Yes! We’ll share more information on our BARCH Hotel Deals in January. Stay tuned.

  • Yes! We’ll be streaming all lectures in real time so you can follow along from anywhere. You’ll also be able to participate in live Q&As and connect with other attendees through our online platform. Access details will be shared closer to the event, so stay tuned!

    That said, we highly recommend attending in person if you can. There are many things happening beyond the talks: informal gatherings, exhibitions, tours and workshops. The best conversations usually happen between sessions. Everyone’s welcome — and we’d love to see you there.

  • A tentative program will be released in January 2026, and updated throughout spring.

  • The 2026 ticket prices are not yet certain but can be expected around 65€ for adults and 40€ for students/apprentices. We plan to include lunch in this years ticket price.

    Tickets will be available for purchase through our website in December.