Laboratory of Construction and Architecture

The Laboratory of Construction and Architecture (FAR) at EPFL, known as For an Architecture of the Real, focuses on the quality of the built environment and the role of construction in shaping it. Their research delves into the historical, social, and economic aspects of architecture and construction, aiming to provide material solutions grounded in reality. FAR's work emphasizes the inseparable relationship between architecture and construction, viewing architecture as a social framework and a valuable investment. They analyze building industrial landscapes, drive product and process innovation in construction, develop building policy directions, and assess design outcomes. FAR values the integration of traditional design tools with modern technology, recognizing them as essential instruments for architectural transformation.