About EDRA
The Environmental Design Research Association (EDRA) is an international, interdisciplinary organization founded in 1968 by design professionals, social scientists, students, educators, and facility managers. EDRA came into being in the 1960s, during a period of social awareness and social unrest, but also new horizons and new visions. True to its origins, EDRA continues to believe in an agenda of social responsibility that has grown from a barely perceptible idea to a more fully-formed vision for healthier, more democratic human environments.
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Learn more about EDRA57 in Amherst, MA May 27-30, 2026.
The Environmental Design Research Association (EDRA) invited practitioners, researchers, and educators from all interested fields to join the 57th annual conference in Amherst.
Explore distinguished research and practice.
EDRA honors outstanding work in environmental design research and practice through programs like our Great Places Awards, CORE recognition, and EDRA Individual and organizational awards!
EDRA Proceedings are available to all members
Access proceedings from EDRA 1 to EDRA 54!














