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Architecture in public dialogue

The summer issue of MEMAR, dedicated to the World Urban Forum, features two articles on Fakhraddin Verdiyev’s participation in educational and professional discussions about the future of cities.

One covers the youth camp “Our Cities: Through the Eyes of Young People.” The other reports on a conference on architecture, urban planning and the role of public institutions, where he discussed why every open space belongs to a wider urban system.

Baku: a metropolis with a strong character

In an interview with Kaspiy, Fakhraddin Verdiyev discusses sustainable architecture, the economics of a safe urban environment and the protection of cities from flooding.

The conversation explains why parks, green corridors and open land are essential urban infrastructure. Protecting these spaces and integrating them with drainage systems can help cities adapt to changing climate conditions.

From idea to reality: an architectural journey

AZƏRTAC presents Fakhraddin Verdiyev’s architectural journey in the profile “İdeyadan gerçəkliyə: Fakhraddin Verdiyevin memarlıq yolu.”

The original Azerbaijani-language publication is available through the source link below.

Youth and architecture: a dialogue changing the future

In this interview for Kaspiy, Fakhraddin Verdiyev reflects on how young architects, designers and urban planners can bring sustainability, technology and human values into their work.

The discussion invites the next generation to look beyond façades and consider how architecture shapes ways of living, relationships with nature and cultural identity.

Modernity, professionalism, harmony with nature and comfort

A conversation with AZƏRTAC about professional development, sustainable design and the role of architecture in creating comfortable and harmonious living environments.

Topics include lifelong learning, adapting to new technologies, teamwork on large projects and the thoughtful integration of international architectural ideas into local contexts.

Sustainable architecture: what should a modern home be like?

The AZƏRTAC interview “Dayanıqlı memarlıq, yaxud müasir ev necə olmalıdır?” explores sustainable architecture and the qualities of a modern home.

Fakhraddin Verdiyev discusses the relationship between functionality, comfort and environmental responsibility in residential design.

The roots of sustainability

In a conversation with journalist Galiya Aliyeva for Bakinskiy Rabochiy, Fakhraddin Verdiyev considers traditional Azerbaijani architecture as a source of practical guidance for contemporary design.

Climate, materials and environmental knowledge shaped vernacular building long before sustainability became a familiar term. The interview explores how these lessons can work with modern technology to improve comfort and ecological performance.

Bridging architecture and tourism

A discussion with fellow experts for Report.az examines how architecture and tourism can support a more sustainable and attractive future for Azerbaijan.

The conversation considers responsible infrastructure, the preservation of natural and cultural heritage, and alternative accommodation models. It also asks how cities can combine historic character with contemporary design to benefit both visitors and residents.

“Vəd vermişik — əməl edəcəyik”

A preserved newspaper clipping from Sabah, part of the early press archive. The photographed article is presented in its original Azerbaijani language.