Author(s): Tibor Zoltan Danyi
This paper examines experiential architectural education at the University of Pécs, developed to embody the “Copenhagen Lessons” articulated by the UIA World Congress of Architects in 2023. These principles emphasize inclusive design, prioritization of vulnerable groups, and the reuse of existing building stock. Within this framework, the Lakni Kell (“We All Need a Home”) program, organized by Research Group for Solidarity in Architecture, seeks environmentally, economically, and socially sustainable responses to the regional housing crisis. The initiative involved the renovation of a vacant 33 m² municipal apartment for a young family at risk of homelessness, realized through a multi-stakeholder partnership including the municipality, NGOs, educational institutions, vocational schools, and private firms. University and vocational students participated in both design and construction, following principles of minimal intervention, cost efficiency, and passive energy performance. The project highlights the potential of solidarity architecture to integrate social inclusion, housing preservation, and sustainability. Findings suggest that such interventions offer replicable models for municipalities, while also cultivating socially responsible architectural practice.
Volume Editors
Reed Kroloff & Francisco J. Rodríguez-Suárez
ISBN
978-1-944214-52-4