The Flemish Architecture Institute (VAi), located in Antwerp (BE), is a centre for contemporary architecture whose aim is to increase awareness of high-quality architecture among both the public at large and professionals, researchers, the media and the authorities. The VAi organises a range of activities including talks, debates, guided tours and educational work for children and adolescents, and develops publications, studies, websites, etc. In this way the VAi stimulates critical reflection on topical subjects currently exercising minds in the architectural world.