FAST 2025, the third edition of the festival, took place in Iași and has already become a clear reminder of what a committed architecture community can build together. As we move forward and begin shaping the next edition, we are looking back with nostalgia at five intense days that would not have been possible without passionate people and the support of our organizer, the Order of Architects in Romania (OAR).
FAST 2025 was more than a sequence of events. It became a platform for dialogue between students, educators, and practitioners, a space where ideas circulated freely and where enthusiasm for the future of the profession was visible in every conversation. Delivering a national-scale festival of this complexity required sustained teamwork, coordinated decision-making, and a shared commitment to making things happen, even when solutions did not seem obvious at first.
A key role was played by OAR, which provided the framework and resources needed for FAST to happen at the level the community expects. Beyond logistics and scheduling, what truly defined this edition was the collective effort behind the scenes. Every workshop, conference, and informal gathering was the result of a large team working in sync, people whose work often stays invisible, but shapes every participant’s experience.
Iași became, for several days, a living laboratory for architectural reflection. The city offered not only a backdrop, but an active context for conversations about education, professional responsibility, and the evolving role of architects in society. The success of the festival confirmed something simple and powerful, that progress is built through trust, persistence, and collaboration.
Looking back, FAST 2025 stands as clear proof that a united professional community can turn ambition into reality. Our gratitude goes beyond formal acknowledgments, it is a recognition of the effort, care, and long hours invested by everyone involved. The energy generated in Iași now becomes momentum for what comes next.
Photo credit: @the_phope – Csaba Szekely
