Sharjah: The Sharjah Architecture Triennial has announced the participation of 32 creatives from the fields of architecture, anthropology, urban planning, arts, design, education, and community initiatives in its third edition. Curated by researcher and curator Vijayanthi Rao, in collaboration with associate curator Tao Tavanga, the Triennial explores the role of architecture in fostering coexistence and addressing the challenges of rapid urbanization through installations, film and archival materials, workshops, performances, and lectures.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, this multidisciplinary program aims to delve into architecture's role in supporting coexistence amidst rapid urbanization and interconnectedness. The projects, which will unfold across the emirate during the Triennial, are part of an inclusive program emphasizing public discussion and engagement.

In an effort to transcend traditional views that confine architecture to buildings and their forms, this edition of the Triennial places social, cultural, and political infrastructures at the forefront, seeking to explore how societies emerge and develop. Participants will address diverse issues such as migration and displacement, caregiving, food systems, heritage, public space, climate adaptation, mobility, education, spirituality, and collective memory. These projects aim to present architecture as a living practice deeply rooted in human life and daily interactions.

The Triennial's connection to its local context is further strengthened by several projects developed through extended artist residency programs. Participants will engage with Sharjah's diverse urban fabric, further integrating their work into the local environment.

Moreover, some projects explore the significance of construction within fluid, uncertain, and temporary conditions. For instance, Heba Bou Aker, Mohammad Hafez, and Natalie Harb examine the history of displacement in Lebanon through mobile, modular structures that mimic shelters, incorporating materials sourced from refugee camps and war-damaged infrastructure.