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INTBAU Hungary

INTBAU Hungary was established in 2025 by Adam Ragab as part of the International Network for Traditional Building, Architecture and Urbanism (INTBAU)—a global charity under the patronage of His Majesty King Charles III, based in London. INTBAU Hungary works locally as part of this worldwide effort to promote enduring, traditional building methods, architecture and urbanism.

Our goal is to support and revitalize Hungary’s rich architectural heritage through traditional building methods, sustainable urbanism, and architecture. Our organization seeks to bridge the gap between modern development and cultural preservation, especially in cities like Budapest, where the tension between tradition heritage and new construction is growing.
Our mission is to advocate for sustainable practices that respect historical context while adapting to contemporary needs.

"Architecture is not only about shaping space, but also about passing on culture and traditions."

– Imre Makovecz

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International Network for Traditional Building, Architecture & Urbanism

The International Network for Traditional Building, Architecture & Urbanism (INTBAU) is a global charity founded in 2001 to support traditional building, architecture, and urban design that reflect and sustain local identity. With over 10,000 members and 40 national Chapters across more than 100 countries, INTBAU works to promote approaches to the built environment that are rooted in place, community, and continuity.

INTBAU’s activities – ranging from workshops and summer schools to conferences, awards, study tours and projects – help share knowledge, skills, and ideas that connect tradition with innovation. As national Chapters increasingly lead their own projects tailored to local contexts, the INTBAU College of Chapters (ICC) was established to support this growing network and strengthen international collaboration.

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What we do

How we make a difference?

Networking

INTBAU Hungary aims to create an active network of individuals and institutions dedicated to protecting, maintaining, designing, studying, and promoting traditional building, architecture, and urbanism.

Public awareness and education

Our initial priority is to launch educational and public awareness programs promoting traditional building methods in Hungary. We aim to develop hands-on workshops with local craftspeople, organize public lectures, and collaborate with universities on research into sustainable urbanism.

Supporting Research in Sustainable Urbanism

To collaborate with universities and organizations on sustainable urban planning, integrating traditional methods with contemporary solutions, and promoting rural rehabilitation and biodiversity initiatives.

Strengthening International Collaboration

To build relationships with other INTBAU chapters and international organizations, fostering cross-border collaboration on projects that promote the preservation and revitalization of traditional architecture globally.

Project advisory and implementation

As part of our broader mission, our aim to develop strong working relationships with key market players, including local authorities, developers, and planners, to advocate for the integration of these methods into public projects. By becoming actively involved in the planning, permitting, and development stages of newly built projects, we seek to influence contemporary building practices and ensure that traditional, sustainable techniques are considered viable options. This will not only help preserve cultural heritage but also promote environmentally responsible construction in public developments across Hungary and beyond.

Timeline

Milestones and Highlights of INTBAU Hungary’s Journey

January 2025

The Founding of INTBAU Hungary

Following extensive consultations and planning, INTBAU Hungary was established with the goal of supporting and revitalising Hungary’s rich architectural heritage through traditional building methods, sustainable urbanism, and architecture.

March 2025

London Visit

We travelled to London to visit the INTBAU headquarters and to have inspiring conversations, discussing all the key points necessary for the successful operation of INTBAU Hungary.

April 2025

Joint study visit with INTBAU Austria in Budapest

April 2025 marked a special milestone: INTBAU Hungary’s very first event

A joint study visit with INTBAU Austria in Budapest, centered around the question: “Revivalism or a New Traditional Architecture?

July 26 2025

Taliándörögd, Inkler House

As part of the program organized by TÉKA (Landscape – Architecture – Community, and Traditional Architectural and Craft Workshops), on July 26th we participated in the Vernacular Architecture Roundtable: Livable Environment, Sustainability, and the Role of Agrotourism.

22–24 October 2025

INTBAU World Congress 2025

We are pleased to take part in the INTBAU World Congress 2025 in London, joining this global gathering to contribute to the conversations shaping the future of traditional architecture, building, and urbanism.

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Traditional buildings and places maintain a balance with nature and society. At Intbau Hungary, we seek to reintroduce traditional architectural knowledge for practice and education, to reduce the sector's environmental impact and to promote adaptive reusability of new constructions and buildings.

Promoting traditional building practices, architecture and urbanism.

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