I-SHAPE 2025 – hybrid conference
International Conference on Sustainable and Harmonious Architecture, Planning & Environment
Architecture and Planning Department, Engineering Faculty, Universitas Syiah Kuala
28 – 29 October 2025
I-SHAPE 2025 provides an international platform for scholars, practitioners, policymakers, and students to share research and innovations that merge local wisdom, technology, and sustainability in architecture and urban-regional planning. The conference supports interdisciplinary collaboration in advancing resilient environments that are adaptive, inclusive, and culturally grounded.
Theme
“Bringing Local Wisdom, Technology, and Sustainability in Architecture and Urban-Regional Planning for Resilient Environments”
Welcome to I-SHAPE 2025
On behalf of the organizing committee, we welcome you to the I-SHAPE 2025, a gathering dedicated to advancing knowledge and dialogue in architecture and urban-regional planning. As Chair of this year’s event, We are delighted to invite participants worldwide to join us for an engaging and inspiring program. This year’s conference brings together academics, practitioners, policymakers, and students from across the globe to explore innovative ideas, share research, and discuss pressing challenges shaping our built environments. As we navigate complex urban transformations and the evolving role of architecture in society, we hope this event fosters meaningful connections, sparks new collaborations, and inspires fresh thinking. Thank you for joining us—we are excited to have you as part of this vibrant community.
Head of Architecture and Planning Department, Engineering Faculty, USK
Dr. Laina Hilma Sari, S.T., M.Sc
Executive Chair
Dr. Evalina Z., S.T., MURP, Ph.D
Architectural and Spatial Strategies for Climate-Resilient Environments
Explores design and planning responses to climate risks through passive architecture, climate-responsive urban form, and integrated disaster risk reduction. Emphasis is placed on resilient housing, coastal adaptation, and flood- or heat-mitigating urban morphology.
Smart Technologies in Shaping Sustainable and Responsive Built Environments
Highlights the use of digital tools—such as BIM, GIS, smart city systems, and digital twin models—in enhancing the efficiency, adaptability, and environmental performance of architectural and urban systems.
Inclusive and Participatory Spatial Design for Community Resilience
Examines frameworks that prioritize inclusive design, social equity, and participatory planning processes to ensure the built environment serves diverse and vulnerable populations, including children, the elderly, and marginalized communities.
Local Wisdom and Cultural Heritage for Sustainable Development
Investigates how vernacular knowledge, indigenous spatial practices, and heritage values can inform contemporary design and planning to foster sustainability, identity preservation, and community resilience in both rural and urban settings.
Low-Carbon and Net-Zero Approaches in Architecture and Urban Planning
Focuses on integrated strategies to reduce carbon footprints through sustainable building materials, renewable energy in design, green mobility planning, compact city models, and low-emission infrastructure networks.
Nature-Based and Ecosystem-Centered Urbanism
Explores planning and design interventions that leverage green infrastructure, urban biodiversity, and ecological systems—such as urban forests, blue-green corridors, and watershed-sensitive layouts—to create adaptive and regenerative environments.
Welcoming Remarks
Illiza Sa’aduddin Djamal, S.E.
Mayor of Banda Aceh
Prof. Dr. Ir. Marwan, IPU,
Rector Universitas Syiah Kuala
Keynote Speakers
Prof. Dominic Hofmann
Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences, Germany
Prof. Tod Jones
Curtin University, Perth, Australia
Prof. Rosilawati
University of Malaya, Malaysia
Invited Speakers
Prof. Dr. Ashfa
Universitas Syiah Kuala, Indonesia
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chaham Alalouc
Sultan Qaboos University, Oman
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sam Clark
Cardiff University, United Kingdom
Assoc. Prof. TPr Dr. Muhammad Faris Bin Abdullah
International Islamic University Malaysia, Malaysia
I-SHAPE 2025
The conference brings together scholars, government representatives, and industry professionals to share knowledge and explore recent advancements in architecture and urban-regional planning. By encouraging interdisciplinary dialogue, it seeks to bridge research and practice, enhancing both academic understanding and real-world strategies
This year, I-SHAPE will be held at the BSI Landmark Building in Banda Aceh
Important Dates (GMT +7.00)
Abstract Submission Deadline (last extended)
Full Paper Submission Deadline (last extended)
Early Bird Registration
Normal Registration
Conference Date
15 July 2025 31 July 2025
31 August 2025 15 September 2025
1-31 August 2025
1-30 September 2025
28–29 October 2025
Proudly sponsored by:
Pemerintah kota banda aceh
bank syariah indonesia