International Conference on Urban Cultures: Heritage, Design & Sustainable Futures

The Department of Fashion Design & Department of Interior Design, School of Architecture & Design, FoSTA, Manipal University Jaipur, India is organizing the International Conference on Urban Cultures: Heritage, Design & Sustainable Futures (UC-HDSF 2026)on October 22–23, 2026. The conference invites industry professionals, academicians, researchers, and students to submit original, high-quality, and previously unpublished research papers. The conference aims to explore the intersection of cultural heritage, design practices, and sustainable development within the framework of contemporary human settlements. It seeks to address critical challenges related to urban transformation, cultural continuity, and future-oriented design innovation. UC-HDSF 2026 will provide an interdisciplinary platform for dialogue across architecture, interiors, craft, fashion, and human-centred design, encouraging knowledge exchange between academia, industry, and policy domains. Eminent keynote speakers from across the globe will share their expertise and perspectives on emerging trends and future directions.