Forkjempar for arkitektur av høg kvalitet
ACE er den representative organisasjonen for arkitektprofesjonen på europeisk nivå. Gjennom sin 53 Member Organisations, ACE representerer interessene til over ein halv million arkitektar frå 36 land i Europa.
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).
ACEs oppgåve er å:
- Innflyting, gjennom advokatverksemd, EU-lovgiving & politikk som påverkar våre strategiske prioriteringar;
- Vere ein innverknadsrik og verdsett kilde til autoritativ informasjon for arkitektyrket i Europa;
- Fungere som den einskaplege stemma til arkitektprofesjonen i dei europeiske institusjonane;
- Vere eit effektivt representativt organ i nettverk for EU-arkitektar og praksis;
- Skape ein mogleggjerande praksis og regulatoriske miljøet for arkitektar & praksis;
- Demonstrere arkitektanes rolle i å skape eit verkeleg konkurransedyktig,rikande og berekraftig Europa.
580 000
Arkitektar i Europa
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.
Kva er 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.
Nyhende
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.
april 24, 2026
Statement
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.
april 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.
april 21, 2026
Conference
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.
april 17, 2026
Våre arrangementer
- Hendingar i ACE
- ACE Medlemmer Organisasjonar Hendingar
- Arkitekturbegjeveiningar i Europa
