Hunter International Forum Returns in 2026 at São Paulo's Memorial da América Latina

The Hunter International Forum (HIF) will hold its second edition on September 29-30, 2026, at the Simon Bolívar Auditorium within the Memorial da América Latina in São Paulo, Brazil. This architectural complex was designed by Oscar Niemeyer and represents a significant example of Latin American modernist architecture. The event is organized by the Brazilian platform Architecture Hunter and aims to create a space for dialogue that moves beyond traditional circuits often centered in Europe and the United States, positioning Latin America as a central region in global architectural discussions. The forum is expanding in scale and ambition for its 2026 iteration, with increased expected attendance and greater diversity of voices. Confirmed participants include Mexican architect Tatiana Bilbao, whose work addresses social, territorial, and environmental dimensions, emphasizing architecture's role beyond formal aspects to impact living conditions, housing, and community dynamics. Other notable figures include Kai-Uwe Bergmann from BIG, Kofi Bio from Adjaye Associates in Accra, and Brazilian studios such as Arthur Casas and FGMF Arquitetos. The program will extend beyond conferences to include 'Exclusive Experiences' featuring studio visits and architectural tours with offices like Studio MK27 and SPOL Architects, allowing direct engagement with architectural processes and practices. Following its inaugural edition at MASP in 2025, HIF seeks to establish its own space within the international architectural ecosystem, addressing urgent global challenges like climate crisis and changing living patterns. São Paulo serves not just as a venue but as a starting point for rethinking architectural discussions from diverse perspectives.