Potential relationships of film and architecture is addressed that can inspire future practice and research. Relations of architecture, film and the visual arts are unfolded in three thematic sessions; KNOWLEDGE CREATION, SUSTAINABILITY & FILM,AUDIOVISUAL PRACTICE. Through state-of-the-art research knowledge, teaching and practice interdisciplinary methods, tools of spatial empowerment and knowledge perspectives are explored for architects, film-makers, artists, citizens and urban planners. The SURROUNDING LAB seminar is to inspire new practices and relations as well as to inspire new interdisciplinary research, practice and projects on film and architecture in Europe.