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42nd ROME World Conference on Architectural Design, Materials & Civil Engineering (RADCE-26) Dec. 14-16, 2026 Rome (Italy)

RADCE-26

URL: https://urcae.urst.org/conference/190
Event Date: 2026-12-14 ~ 2026-12-16
Submission Date: 2026-12-01
Organizer: URCAE

Materials Engineering Architecture Civil Engineering

Call for papers/Topics

Full Articles/ Reviews/ Shorts Papers/ Abstracts are welcomed in the following research fields:

1. Architectural Design

Architectural design focuses on the spatial, aesthetic, and functional aspects of a project.

Design Theory and Philosophy: Spatial hierarchy, symmetry, and architectural semiotics.

Building Typology: Residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional design requirements.

Human-Centric Design: Universal design, accessibility (ADA compliance), and environmental psychology.

Site Planning: Topography analysis, solar orientation, and urban contextualization.

Architectural Visualization: Building Information Modeling (BIM), 3D rendering, and VR walkthroughs.

2. Construction Materials and Science

This is the bridge between the "vision" of the architect and the "physics" of the engineer.

Conventional Materials:
- Concrete: Mix design, curing processes, and high-performance concrete (HPC).
- Steel: Alloys, corrosion resistance, and structural framing.
- Masonry: Brickwork, stone, and mortar properties.

Advanced and Bio-materials: Smart materials (shape-memory alloys), carbon fiber, and cross-laminated timber (CLT).

Material Mechanics: Stress-strain relationships, thermal expansion, and durability testing.

3. Structural and Civil Engineering

This sub-topic ensures the safety, stability, and longevity of the built environment.

Structural Analysis: Static and dynamic loading, seismic design, and wind engineering.

Foundation Engineering: Soil mechanics, deep vs. shallow foundations, and slope stability.

Infrastructure and Transportation: Highway design, pavement engineering, and traffic flow analysis.

Hydraulics and Water Resources: Wastewater management, dam engineering, and urban drainage systems.

4. Sustainability and Environmental Integration

These topics represent the most critical modern intersection of all three fields.

Passive Design Strategies: Natural ventilation, thermal mass, and daylighting.

Life Cycle Assessment (LCA): Measuring the carbon footprint from extraction to demolition.

Renewable Energy Integration: Building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV) and geothermal heating.

Circular Economy in Construction: Adaptive reuse of old structures and recycling of construction debris.

5. Project Management and Execution

The logistical framework that brings the design and materials to life.

Construction Technology: Prefabrication, modular construction, and 3D concrete printing.

Project Controls: Cost estimation, quantity surveying, and scheduling (CPM/PERT).

Building Codes and Ethics: Legal frameworks, zoning laws, and professional liability.

Facility Management: Maintenance cycles and building health monitoring.

Interrelated Themes

Structural Art: The intersection where the structure (Engineering) is the aesthetic (Architecture).

Material-Driven Design: When the choice of material dictates the form and structural limits of a building.

Urban Engineering: The collaboration of architectural urbanism with civil infrastructure (roads/sewers) to create functional cities.

Event Promotion

2026-08-23 ~ 2026-08-27

2026-08-24 ~ 2026-08-25