Architecture Week in Madrid 2024

Architecture Week returns to Madrid in October 2024, promising an exciting lineup of events, activities, and exhibitions that celebrate the city’s rich architectural heritage and contemporary design innovations. Organized by the Madrid Architects’ Association (COAM), this annual event gathers professionals, students, and enthusiasts to explore the world of architecture through a series of curated activities […]

Winner of the MCH + TC cuadernos scholarship: “Wooden life. Wooden collective housing in Spain.” By Padd Studio

The Master in Collective Housing MCH, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid UPM + Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zürich, together with TC Cuadernos, present the results of the 2023/24 call for the publication of a book in collective housing and city: “WOODEN LIFE. Wooden Collective housing in Spain.” By Justo Díaz from Padd Estudio Winner of […]

MCH Students Explore Madrid Neighborhoods in Sociological Field Trip for «Sociology, Economics, and Policies» Specialization

As part of the Master in Collective Housing (MCH) program’s specialization in «Sociology, Economics, and Policies», MCH students embarked on a field trip through several key neighborhoods of Madrid to study their social dynamics, economic conditions, and urban policies. The trip aimed to provide students with firsthand experience in analyzing the social fabric of these […]

Prefabricated timber construction systems

Prefabricated wooden houses are becoming increasingly popular around the world. There are many reasons for this, but some of the most common benefits include faster construction time than traditional homes, plus they are gaining significant advantages over previous models such as better insulation and lower costs. If you are considering buying a prefabricated wooden house, it is important […]

What is a passivhaus building?

Currently, 40% of the total energy consumption in the EU corresponds to buildings, construction and architecture, and that is why energy efficiency is beginning to be a serious issue in this sector. It is in this context where Passivhaus buildings or passive houses have become fashionable and are in great demand. Do you want to […]

Bruno Munari

Probably if you are interested in the art world you know who Bruno Munari is. Many People, including Picasso,  would say that he is a «Leonardo of our time». But if you do not know who he is, do not worry. From MCH Master we tell you who Bruno Munari was and why his art is so famous. […]

Architectural tourism in Tokyo

Tokyo is a great city to visit, in every aspect. It has a lot of places to see and a multitude of things to do. Also, if your passion is architecture, you should know that this city is perfect for you, as the architectural tourism in Tokyo is very extensive.Tokyo is the ideal city if you want […]

Differences between and oficial master’s degree and an university-specific master

Studying a Master’s Degree is currently the best way to complete academic education in order to achieve a specialized and qualified professional profile. Universities worldwide offer this type of training programmes, whose prestige is endorsed by the universities themselves. In Spain, there are two types of degrees: the Official Degrees and the University Specific Diplomas. In […]