International Congresses of Modern Architecture (CIAM)

The International Congresses of Modern Architecture (CIAM) was a group of architects and designers founded in 1928, aimed at promoting modern architecture and urban planning. Its members sought to address social and environmental challenges through innovative design principles, emphasizing functionality, simplicity, and the integration of buildings within their surroundings. CIAM organized several congresses where leading thinkers exchanged ideas and shaped modernist architecture, influencing city planning and housing projects worldwide. The group's work laid the foundation for many contemporary architectural movements, advocating for a rational and human-centered approach to urban living.