Welcome to 2027 International Conference of iSMART (iSMART 2027)
——The Future is Now: Reconstruction and Evolution of the Sustainable Built Environment
February 11-15, 2027
Kitakyushu, Japan
Hosted by:
International Academic Alliance of Coastal Architecture, China
The University of Kitakyushu, Japan
Co-hosted by:
The Architectural Design & Research Institute of Zhejiang University Co., Ltd., China
The Center for Balance Architecture, Zhejiang University, China
iSMART, Qingdao University of Technology, China
City University of Macau, China
Xi’an Jiaotong University, China
Kitakyushu Convention & Visitors Association, Japan
Main Venue: Kitakyushu, Japan
Conference Overview
The International Conference of iSMART aims to bring together researchers, experts, professionals, and policymakers from around the world to explore the intersection of green, low-carbon, and intelligent development and sustainable urban construction in the context of architecture, cities, and related fields. The conference seeks to foster discussions, exchange knowledge, and promote innovative solutions to address the challenges of advancing sustainable, low-carbon, and smart transformation in the built environment.
Our forthcoming conference, iSMART 2027 is a comprehensive, research-intensive university committed to excellence in education, scientific research, innovation, and global engagement. With strong interdisciplinary capacity and a sustained emphasis on addressing global challenges, The University of Kitakyushu has developed notable strengths in engineering, environmental studies, and sustainable development. The university is also actively advancing research related to the UN Sustainable Development Goals and works closely with local and global partners to promote impactful academic and societal collaboration.
Conference Objectives:
- Exploring Green, Low-Carbon, and Intelligent Urban Development: The conference will delve into the principles and practices of green, low-carbon, and intelligent development in the context of architecture and cities, focusing on sustainable urban construction and the transformation of the built environment.
- International Exchange in Green Building and Smart Cities: Participants will discuss key issues and emerging trends in green building, low-carbon cities, and smart urban development, and promote international academic exchange and cooperation in related fields.
- Innovative Solutions for Sustainable Urban Construction: The conference will foster discussions, exchange knowledge, and promote innovative solutions to address the challenges of sustainable, low-carbon, and intelligent transformation in architecture, cities, and the built environment.
- Industry–University–Research Collaboration for Future Development: Participants will explore collaborative approaches among academia, industry, and research institutions to accelerate the integration of green and low-carbon technologies with urban development and support the creation of livable, resilient, and sustainable modern cities.
Who Should Attend:
Researchers, academics, professionals, policymakers, and industry representatives in the fields of green building, low-carbon cities, intelligent construction, sustainable urban development, architectural innovation, and related disciplines are encouraged to attend the conference. The event provides a platform for networking, knowledge sharing, and collaboration among stakeholders with a shared interest in promoting greener, smarter, and more sustainable urban futures.