The “Bienal Internacional de Arquitectura 2026”, titled “Arquitectura Esencial” (Essential Architecture), organized by the Colegio de Arquitectos de Costa Rica (CACR), will take place in Costa Rica as a space for reflection and action on architecture that embraces what is fundamental, human, and livable.
Main Highlights
Theme: Essential Architecture — not about extreme minimalism, but about valuing what is truly indispensable: identity, function, and meaning.
Participation timeline:
Registration: October 6, 2025 – January 9, 2026
Project submission: January 9 – February 13, 2026
Jury evaluation: March 2 – April 10, 2026
Academic event / exhibition / awards: May 27 – 30, 2026
Participants: Open to professionals and students. Categories include architectural design, urban design, housing and collective habitat, social housing, climate adaptation, and more.
Early registration discount: Register before December 31, 2025 to receive a 30% discount.
To registrer visit www.bienalcostarica.com