έσω[eso] - Interior Design and
Architecture Conference
Athens, 13 May 2026

“Negotiation, Not Compromise.” Design as Dialogue – Between Earth, Technology, and Humanity. Architecture is no longer about singular visions or static solutions. It’s about negotiating – between ecology and economy, technology and craft, permanence and impermanence, digital and natural, human and non-human systems.

14 Years

12K+ Attendees

150+ Speakers

This evolving landscape presents architects with a unique challenge: What kind of spaces do we want to create? "Embracing Chaos in a Smart World" highlights the idea of leveraging unpredictability, organic growth, and flexible design principles in environments increasingly defined by automation, data, and precision. In architecture and urban design, chaos doesn’t imply randomness or disorganization but rather embracing complexity, adaptability, and innovative problem-solving.

What does it mean to design in a world defined by chaos and complexity?

Adaptive Architecture: Buildings and urban spaces are designed to adapt to different uses, conditions, and needs over time. This includes modular designs, movable walls, reconfigurable spaces, and smart materials that respond to environmental changes.The aim is to create structures that can evolve with changing demands, whether due to population shifts, climate impacts, or technological advancements.

Resilience and Redundancy: Resilient design involves creating structures that can withstand shocks—whether from natural disasters, economic disruptions, or technological failures—without collapsing. Redundancy ensures that if one system fails, another can take over.

Data-Driven Design: In a smart world, data is a powerful tool for navigating uncertainty. By leveraging real-time data from sensors, IoT devices, and AI systems, architects can create buildings and urban environments that are responsive to current conditions.

Regenerative Design: Sustainability is a critical component of designing for uncertainty. Buildings and cities must not only minimize their environmental impact but also be regenerative—actively contributing to the health of their ecosystems.

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Since 2013, ESO has been an annual conference dedicated to exploring contemporary trends in architecture, art, and design. For 12 consecutive years, ESO has promoted dialogue and innovation through lectures, presentations, and discussions with globally renowned speakers, bridging tradition with modern technology,new construction methods & design philosophies.

ESO is hosted by ARCHISEARCH.GR, a platform that investigates, selects, and presents projects addressing various aspects of architecture worldwide.If you wish to support and become a sponsor, please contact us at contact@archisearch.gr

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Curated By: The Design Ambassador
Design & Development: Dimitris Vanis & Box Advertising

Since 2013, ESO has been an annual conference dedicated to exploring contemporary trends in architecture, art, and design. For 12 consecutive years, ESO has promoted dialogue and innovation through lectures, presentations, and discussions with globally renowned speakers, bridging tradition with modern technology,new construction methods & design philosophies.

ESO is hosted by ARCHISEARCH.GR, a platform that investigates, selects, and presents projects addressing various aspects of architecture worldwide.If you wish to support and become a sponsor, please contact us at contact@archisearch.gr

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©2026 All Rights Reserved
Privacy Policy
Cookies Policy

Credits

Curated By:
The Design Ambassador
Design & Development:
Dimitris Vanis & Boxadvertising