FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

HOBART, Australia — 1 May 2026 — The International Contemporary Traditional Architects Association (ICTAA) has officially commenced its formation, launching a global call for founding members.

The newly established organisation aims to bridge the gap between traditional arts and craftsmanship and modern construction. ICTAA will provide a collaborative platform for architects, urban planners, and designers dedicated to preserving traditional aesthetics while integrating sustainable, contemporary building technologies.

“Our mission is to champion architecture that preserves strong regional and local visual identity and honours cultural heritage without sacrificing modern functionality,” said ICTAA founding member Jiri Lev. “We are inviting visionary professionals to join us as founding members to help shape the standards, education, and future of contemporary traditional architecture worldwide.”

Founding members will receive exclusive benefits, including voting rights on the association’s constitutional framework, seats on inaugural advisory committees, and prominent feature in the global member directory.

The intake period for founding members is now open to licensed architects, design academics, as well as non-licensed architecture professional globally until 30 November 2026. Interested professionals can submit applications via the official registry at architectsassociation.org.

About ICTAA
The International Contemporary Traditional Architects Association (ICTAA) is a global professional body dedicated to the advancement, education, and practice of contemporary traditional architecture. Headquartered in Australia, the association supports a network of professionals blending timeless design methodologies with modern sustainability standards.

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