Professor Shamsul Wares, distinguished architect and academician along with Professor Dr. M. Shamsul Alam, Dean of the University; Architect Professor Dr. Khairul Enam; and Architect Sheikh Muhammad Rezwan, Head of the Department of Architecture inaugurating 5 days `ARCHFEST 2026’ at Daffodil International University organized by Department of Architecture.

Celebrating architectural practice, education, creativity, and heritage conservation, the Department of Architecture at Daffodil International University has inaugurated the five-day architectural festival, ARCHFEST 2026. Commencing on 8 November, the festival will continue until 12 November 2026.

The festival brings together distinguished architects, academics, architectural professionals, university faculty members, students, and creative individuals from across the country. A diverse range of activities has been arranged throughout the festival, including architectural exhibitions, Master Talks, Architecture Talks, panel discussions, design charrettes, workshops, alumni discussions, and cultural programmes. ARCHFEST 2026 has been envisioned as an important platform for exchanging ideas and perspectives on contemporary architectural practice, heritage conservation, architectural education, and emerging possibilities in design.

ARCHFEST 2026 commenced with an inaugural ceremony attended by Professor Dr. Mohammad Masum Iqbal, Pro-Vice Chancellor of Daffodil International University; Professor Shamsul Wares, distinguished architect and academician; Professor Dr. M. Shamsul Alam, Dean of the University; Architect Professor Dr. Khairul Enam; and Architect Sheikh Muhammad Rezwan, Head of the Department of Architecture. The ceremony was also attended by distinguished architects, academics, university faculty members, professionals, and invited guests from across the country.

Following the inauguration, the distinguished guests visited the architectural exhibition of ARCHFEST 2026, featuring students' design projects, research works, creative explorations, and academic achievements from different levels of the Department of Architecture. They explored the exhibited projects and engaged with the students to learn more about their work. On the same occasion, the department's published book, 'NOUVA 02.0', was officially unveiled.

The first day of the festival also featured two insightful Master Talk sessions. The first session was delivered by Professor Shamsul Wares, distinguished architect and academician. The second session featured Architect Mustapha Khalid Palash, Principal Architect and Managing Director of Vistara Architects Private Limited.

Both speakers shared their extensive professional experiences, perspectives on architectural practice, design philosophies, and insights into contemporary architecture. Through engaging discussions and experience-sharing with students, they highlighted various opportunities and challenges in architectural education and professional practice.