Plaidoyer pour une architecture de haute qualité
ACE est l'organisation représentative de la profession d'architecte au niveau européen. Par son 53 Member Organisations, ACE représente les intérêts de plus d'un demi-million d'architectes de 36 pays d'Europe.
Its membership includes the regulatory and professional representative bodies from all EU Member States; 6 Observer Members from EU Accession Countries and a potential candidate country (Serbia, Ukraine, Montenegro, the Republic of North Macedonia, Moldova and Kosovo); as well as Members with special status (the UK, Switzerland and Norway).
La mission de l’ACE est de:
- Influencer, par le plaidoyer, la législation de l'UE & les politiques qui ont un impact sur nos priorités stratégiques;
- Être une source influente et précieuse d'informations faisant autorité pour la profession d'architecte en Europe;
- Agir en tant que porte-parole unifié de la profession d'architecte au sein des institutions européennes;
- être un organisme représentatif des architectes et des pratiques de l’UE qui soit efficacement mis en réseau;
- Créer une pratique habilitante et un environnement réglementaire pour les architectes & pratiques;
- Démontrer le rôle des architectes dans la création d'une Europe véritablement compétitive, enrichissante et durable.
580 000
Architectes en Europe
According to ACE 2024 Sector study, there are 580 000 architects across 30 European countries, marking an 8% increase over the past decade. The profession is approaching gender parity, women now represent 45% of professionals. Most architects work full-time, and a significant portion, 46%, are practice owners or principals, many operating as small, independent firms. More work as Principals now compared with 10 years ago.
ACE HUB
Introducing the ACE HUB: The ultimate one-stop app for architects in Europe
ACE HUB is now live. The official app of the Architects’ Council of Europe is designed for architects across Europe, offering a dedicated platform for professional networking, knowledge exchange, and staying up to date with the latest architectural events—all in one place.
Qu'est-ce qu'ACE HUB?
ACE HUB is a one-stop-shop that connects architects from across Europe in a dynamic and seamless way. Whether you’re seeking to expand your professional network, collaborate on projects, or stay informed about architectural events, ACE HUB has it all.
ARCH-E now live on the ACE website!
ARCH-E is now part of the ACE Architectural Design Competitions webpage. Discover research, tools, the ARCH-E Network, ADC map, glossary, and evaluation tool—all now accessible through ACE.
Co-funded by the European Union under the Creative Europe (CREA) framework.
Nouvelles
New ACE publication : ACE 2025 annual report & 2026 outlook
On Friday 24 April 2026 at its General Assembly in Brussels, the Architects’ Council of Europe presented its 2025 Annual Report & 2026 Outlook, summarising the organisation‘s activities for the previous year and plans for the future.
avril 24, 2026
Déclaration
ACE–UIA Joint Statement on Architectural Design Competitions : A Key Policy Tool Combining Qualitative and Economic Advantages
On the occasion of the ACE x ARCH-E Conference on Architectural Design Competitions held in Brussels, the Architects’ Council of Europe (ACE) and the International Union of Architects (UIA) issued a joint statement reaffirming the critical role of architectural design competitions (ADCs) in shaping a high-quality built environment.
avril 23, 2026
EU news, Policy, Tribune
Interview with Commissioner Micallef: Architecture at the Heart of Europe’s Future
In this in-depth exchange with the President of the Architects’ Council of Europe, European Commissioner Micallef reflects on the evolving role of architecture across EU policy priorities.
avril 21, 2026
Conférence
Happening next week: Watch the live stream of the ACE X ARCH-E Conference on Architectural Design Competitions on ACE YouTube Channel
Registration is now closed but you can follow the live stream on ACE YouTube channel.
avril 17, 2026
Nos événements
- Evénements de l'ACE
- ACE Membres Organisations Événements
- Événements d'architecture en Europe
Événements à venir
Bruxelles
Festival du nouveau Bauhaus européen
Manifestations de l'UE
June 9, 2026 –
Bruxelles
ACE Energy Day at the NEB Festival
ACE Événements financés par l'UE, ACE Events
June 11, 2026 –
Barcelona, Spain
UIA World Congress of Architects 2026 Barcelona
Événements d'architecture en Europe
June 28, 2026 –