Neuroarchitecture

On March 19, the Enric Miralles Foundation hosted the discussion “Neuroarchitecture: Design and Emotional Well-Being,” an event held as part of Barcelona World Capital of Architecture 2026. The event explored how architecture can become a key tool for providing emotional and physical support to people affected by cancer, examining—through the students’ work— the design of a new Kálida Center in Barcelona, adjacent to the Vall d’Hebron University Hospital, inspired by the philosophy of the Maggie’s Centers.

“Neuroarchitecture: Design and Emotional Well-being” is part of the discussion series accompanying the exhibition “Healing Architectures: Designing Spaces of Care,” which presents the results of the Yale School of Architecture’s Spring 2025 Advanced Studio, led by Benedetta Tagliabue (Louis I. Kahn Visiting Professor of Architectural Design) and Can Vu Bui (Yale professor and critic).

This event is part of the program for Barcelona 2026 World Capital of Architecture, a distinction awarded by UNESCO and the International Union of Architects (UIA) to the city hosting the UIA World Congress of Architects, and transforms it into a global forum for architecture, urban planning, and landscape architecture. From February 12 to December 13, a multidisciplinary program will be presented in collaboration with schools, universities, and professional and cultural organizations throughout Catalonia.

Barcelona 2026 World Capital of Architecture is supported by the Barcelona City Council, the Government of Catalonia, and the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development.