Overview
International design workshops are among the core academic and educational activities of the Asian Institute of Low Carbon Design (AILCD).
These workshops bring together students, university faculty, and researchers from different countries to explore challenges in low-carbon urban development, sustainable architecture, and environmental design.
Through field investigations, interdisciplinary teamwork, and collaborative design projects, participants examine local urban conditions, identify environmental and social challenges, and develop innovative design proposals.
At the end of each workshop, participating teams present their projects to academic reviewers and other participants, encouraging knowledge exchange, creative thinking, and international cooperation.
Past International Workshops
AILCD has organized and participated in international design workshops in Japan and other Asian countries since 2010.
| Year | Workshop / Theme | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Re-thinking the HIBIKINO Campus 2001–2021 | The University of Kitakyushu, Japan |
| 2020 | Less is MoJi – Reboot the City | The University of Kitakyushu, Japan |
| 2019 | Beyond Growth – Bridging Wakamatsu + Tobata | The University of Kitakyushu, Japan |
| 2019 | Bamboo Design Workshop | The University of Kitakyushu, Japan |
| 2018 | Low Carbon City Yahata | The University of Kitakyushu, Japan |
| 2018 | Bamboo Design Workshop | The University of Kitakyushu, Japan |
| 2017 | Digital City Kokura | The University of Kitakyushu, Japan |
| 2017 | International Workshop | Qingdao University of Technology, China |
| 2017 | International Workshop | Hanoi Architectural University, Vietnam |
| 2016 | Re-Ruralize the Orio-Hibikino Urban Fringe | The University of Kitakyushu, Japan |
| 2016 | International Workshop | Chung Hua University, Taiwan |
| 2016 | International Workshop | Dalian University of Technology, China |
| 2015 | Re-designing Kurosaki, Low Carbon High Rise City | The University of Kitakyushu, Japan |
| 2015 | International Workshop | Hanoi Architectural University, Vietnam |
| 2015 | International Workshop | Xi’an Jiaotong University, China |
| 2014 | Re-Shaping Urban Coastal Landscapes | The University of Kitakyushu, Japan |
| 2014 | Bamboo Construction Workshop | Bandung Institute of Technology, Indonesia |
| 2014 | International Workshop | Zhejiang University, China |
| 2013 | Asian Urban Environment and Compact City | The University of Kitakyushu, Japan |
| 2013 | City and Climate Change: Balancing Adaptation and Mitigation | Thammasat University, Thailand |
| 2013 | Design Program of the Tourist Service Station of DaMing Palace Heritage Park | Xi’an Jiaotong University, China |
| 2012 | Low Carbon City Planning in Kitakyushu | The University of Kitakyushu, Japan |
| 2012 | City and Climate Change: Balancing Adaptation and Mitigation | Thammasat University, Thailand |
| 2012 | Low Carbon City and Building Research | Dalian University of Technology, China |
| 2011 | City and Climate Change: Balancing Adaptation and Mitigation | Chiang Mai University, Thailand |
| 2010 | Toward a New Design for Low Carbon Cities: Bangkok and Kitakyushu | The University of Kitakyushu, Japan |
Workshop Activities
AILCD international workshops generally include the following activities:
- Field Surveys and Site Investigations
- Lectures and Academic Discussions
- International Student Teamwork
- Urban and Architectural Design Projects
- Environmental and Sustainability Assessments
- Design Presentations and Academic Reviews
- Cultural Exchange and International Networking
Specific activities and program arrangements vary according to each workshop.
International Collaboration
AILCD workshops have involved universities and academic institutions from Japan, China, Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, Taiwan, and other regions.
These collaborative programs encourage interdisciplinary learning, international cooperation, and the exchange of sustainable design ideas among students, educators, and professionals.
Workshop Archives
Detailed records of previous international workshops, including project themes, dates, venues, participating institutions, and related materials, are available through the original AILCD website.
Official Workshop Archives:
View Past International Workshops
Upcoming Workshops
Information about upcoming international workshops, participation opportunities, schedules, and application procedures will be announced on the AILCD official website.
Please refer to the News section for the latest information.