Advocating for high-quality architecture
ACE is the representative organisation for the architectural profession at European level. Through its 52 Member Organisations, ACE represents the interests of over half a million architects from 36 countries in Europe.
Its membership currently consists of 52 Member Organisations, including the regulatory and professional representative bodies in all EU Member States, 6 Observers Members (Serbia, Kosovo, Ukraine, Montenegro, Republic of North Macedonia and Moldova) from the Accession Countries plus Members with special status (UK, Switzerland and Norway).
ACE’s Mission is to:
- Influence, through advocacy, EU legislation & policies that impact on our strategic priorities;
- Be an influential and valued source of authoritative information for the architectural profession in Europe;
- Act as the unified voice of the architectural profession in the European institutions;
- Be an effectively networked representative body for EU architects and practices;
- Create an enabling practice and regulatory environment for architects & practices;
- Demonstrate the role of architects in creating a truly competitive, enriching and sustainable Europe.
580 000
Architects in Europe
According to ACE 2024 Sector study, there are now 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
We are thrilled to announce the launch of ACE HUB, the official app from the Architects’ Council of Europe (ACE), designed specifically for architects across Europe. ACE HUB is your go-to platform for professional networking, knowledge sharing, and keeping up-to-date with the latest architectural events—all at your fingertips.
Vad är ACE HUB?
ACE HUB är en one-stop-shop som förbinder arkitekter från hela Europa på ett dynamiskt och sömlöst sätt. Oavsett om du vill utöka ditt professionella nätverk, samarbeta i projekt eller hålla dig informerad om arkitektoniska evenemang, har ACE HUB allt.
Nyheter
Evenemang
ACE Calls for Ambitious Revision of the EU Public Procurement Directive
The Signatories of the Luxembourg Declaration on Public Procurement met in Brussels with Valentina Schaumburger, member of the Cabinet of Stéphane Séjourné, Executive Vice-President of the European Commission for Prosperity and Industrial Strategy.
september 12, 2025
Evenemang
ACE Week Highlights
This week marked a series of important events for the Architects’ Council of Europe, both in Brussels and online: the ACE Executive Board Meeting, FICO and the General Assembly.
september 12, 2025
Utmärkelser
CALL: EAAE X ACE Pedagogy Awards 2026
The Awards are open to any staff who are engaged in teaching on an architecture programme in Europe and whose school has membership of EAAE or associated membership of the EAAE in the current academic year.
september 9, 2025
Events, NEB
The Festival of the New European Bauhaus is back! 🎉 The calls are now open!
From 9 to 13 June 2026, the much-anticipated Festival returns to Brussels for its third edition.
september 4, 2025
Our Events
- ACE Events
- ACE Members Organisations Events
- Architecture events in Europe
Upcoming Events
Simplifying building renovations and EPBD implementation with digital tools and business models
EU events
September 23, 2025 –
Sarajevo
DAYS OF ARCHITECTURE SARAJEVO
Arkitekturhändelser i Europa
September 26, 2025 –
BUILD UP Online Event: Supporting the EPBD implementation 30/09
Arkitekturhändelser i Europa
September 30, 2025 – 12:00 pm