STRENGTHENING CAPACITIES OF MULTI-SECTORS TOWARD SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN ARCHITECTURE EDUCATION

Abstract

 In the pursuit of sustainable development, architecture education plays pivotal role in shaping future practitioners who can integrate multi-sectoral perspectives into their design processes. This paper investigates methodologies to enhance the capacities of architecture education programs to address sustainability challenges through multi-sectoral collaboration. Qualitative techniques were employed and literature review to understand the current state of architecture education, sustainability practices, and multi-sectoral collaboration were done. Additionally, interviews were conducted among educators, practitioners, policymakers, and industry experts to gather insights into existing practices, challenges, and opportunities in integrating multi-sectoral perspectives into architecture education. The review revealed the evolving nature of architecture education, emphasizing the need for a paradigm shift. Various frameworks and approaches to integrating sustainability into architectural curricula were explored, highlighting the importance of multi-sectoral collaboration in addressing complex sustainability challenges. It identified key barriers such as disciplinary silos, institutional inertia, and lack of interdisciplinary communication that hinder effective collaboration across sectors. Findings from interviews and surveys underscored the significance of multi-sectoral collaboration in fostering understanding of sustainability among students. Educators emphasized the need for interdisciplinary coursework, collaborative projects, and engagement with stakeholders to broaden students' perspectives and enhance their problem-solving skills. Practitioners highlighted the importance of incorporating real-world challenges and case studies into the curriculum to prepare students. Policymakers and industry experts stressed the role of policy support, funding mechanisms, and industry-academia partnerships in promoting multi-sectoral approaches. The study concludes that strengthening the capacities of multi-sectors toward sustainable development in architecture education requires concerted effort from industry stakeholders. Integrating multi-sectoral perspectives into the curriculum, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, and establishing robust partnerships between academia, industry, and government are essential toward preparing future architects to address the complex challenges. By embracing multi-sectoral approach, architecture education can serve as catalyst for transformative change towards sustainable built environment.