On May 29, Ascension Day and the day after the official opening ceremony, the IABR–2014– will present a series of talks and debates. The program will take place in the Kunsthal Auditorium and the Kunsthalcafé.
Language is English

URBAN DESIGN IN TIMES OF CLIMATE CHANGE
An integrated approach, and collaboration between the design and water sectors is an essential precondition when we want to develop innovative solutions for sustainable urban development. The first session of the symposium is dedicated to Rebuild by Design.The second session presents cases from Jakarta, Istanbul, Rotterdam and elsewhere.
10 a.m. – 12.30 p.m.
Auditorium Kunsthal Rotterdam
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MEET THE ROTTERDAM METABOLISTS
Meet the Rotterdam Metabolists! A joint endeavor of architects in Rotterdam who are leaders in the field when it comes to designing with the urban metabolism in mind. With inspirational project presentations and interviews.
1.30 – 2.20 p.m.
Auditorium Kunsthal Rotterdam
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LOCAL SOLUTIONS
Inspiring examples and upbeat stories from Lagos, Can Tho and Jakarta. Can participatory design and planning methods contribute to challenges such as climate change, flooding, lack of infrastructure and jobs?
2.30 – 4.30 p.m.
Auditorium Kunsthal Rotterdam
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CITY CLIMATE ARCHITECTURE: Design and Climate
This symposium addresses the integration of climate into the architectural and urban design process. Experts discuss the relationship between architecture, urbanism and environment.
3 – 5 p.m.
Kunsthalcafé
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CITIES WITHOUT GROUND
Adam Frampton and Jonathan Solomon discuss their guidebook to Hong Kong, ‘Cities Without Ground´, and the implications of that city's unique urbanism on the future of public space.
5 – 6.30 p.m.
Kunsthalcafé
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