Architecture Residencies in Austria

afo architekturforum oberösterreich

Linz, Austria

The afo architekturforum oberösterreich in Linz offers artist residencies for architects and artists focusing on space, architecture, and city themes. Residencies last four to six weeks between early September and late November, providing a studio flat, infrastructure access, a €250 weekly stipend, and opportunities for exhibitions or events.

AIR ARTIST IN RESIDENCE Lower Austria

Steiner Landstrasse 3, Austria

Jährlich werden bis zu vierzig Stipendiatinnen und Stipendiaten gemeinsam mit den Projektpartnern (Land Niederösterreich – Kulturabteilung , Galerie Stadtpark, Kunsthalle Krems, Karikaturmuseum Krems, NÖ Festival und Kino GmbH, ORTE Niederösterreichisches Architekturnetzwerk, Unabhängiges Literaturhaus NÖ) nach Krems eingeladen. Jeder Gastkünstler erhält eine von fünf Wohn- und Arbeitswohnungen. Während ihres gesamten Aufenthalts werden die Künstlerinnen und Künstler kontinuierlich betreut

Echo Correspondence

Vienna, Austria

Echo Correspondence, founded in 2022 by Juni-Nyusta Ruckendorfer, is an artist residency and cultural space located in Vienna’s 19th district. The residency occupies the former studio-villa of the renowned artist Wander Bertoni, a space that was originally designed by architect Roland Rainer in the 1950s and later expanded by Johannes Spalt. Echo Correspondence offers a residency program that fosters critical, intercultural exchange and provides artists with the opportunity to engage deeply with the space’s history and architecture. The facility includes a pavilion, gardens, and a villa with two large studios, a living room, a bedroom, a kitchen, and a bathroom. Echo Correspondence supports artists through hands-on curatorial guidance, promoting a diverse and balanced creative environment. The residency also serves as a gallery and community space, hosting exhibitions, workshops, and events.

Niederösterreich

Krems an der Donau, Austria

Artist in Residence Niederösterreich is a multidisciplinary residency program supported by the federal state of Lower Austria, designed to facilitate international and interdisciplinary exchanges among artists. Established to promote cross-cultural dialogue, the program is situated within the Kunstmeile Krems, which includes five studio apartments and a large communal space. These studios provide temporary living and working conditions to encourage creative and professional growth. The program primarily targets architects, visual artists, musicians, and writers, aiming to enrich the local cultural landscape through the integration of international artists. By partnering with global institutions that support artistic endeavors, AIR Niederösterreich not only brings international art to the local scene but also provides opportunities for artists from Lower Austria to engage abroad. Artists are selected to participate in this vibrant exchange through a rigorous process managed by a subject-specific advisory board. The scholarships awarded not only cover living accommodations but also include a stipend, making the residency an attractive opportunity for artists seeking to immerse themselves in a different cultural setting. The program’s commitment to diversity ensures a rich, creative environment where artists from various disciplines can interact and inspire each other. Regular artistic activities and a strong connection with local and Viennese cultural institutions further support the artists’ integration into the local art scene. Overall, AIR Niederösterreich stands out as a prime destination for artists aiming to develop their practice within a supportive and dynamic community, backed by the scenic and culturally rich environment of Krems an der Donau.

ORTE Architekturnetzwerk Niederösterreich

Krems, Austria

ORTE Architekturnetzwerk Niederösterreich offers an Artist in Residence program in partnership with AIR – Artist in Residence Niederösterreich, targeting foreign architects, artists, musicians, and writers to foster international cultural exchange and building culture in Lower Austria. The program provides a studio and living space free of charge, a scholarship (e.g., €3900 for ~2.5-month stays), networking opportunities, and access to a 40m² exhibition space in Krems. It emphasizes practice-related projects on environmental issues, living environments, and local interaction, with annual open calls for applicants who have completed studies in building culture fields.