Young people aged between seven and 17 are being given an opportunity to spell out their ideas about where they live and how their city might develop, as part of a worldwide survey organised by the French architecture centre, Arc en Reve.

Entrants must say what they like and hate about their city, and describe their "ideal city". Photographs or drawings are also requested. The most original, unexpected, serious and funny replies will be printed as postcards, and entrants will be invited to a workshop in Dublin. Conor Moloney, former president of the Architectural Association of Ireland, says it is a simple way to encourage schoolgoers to discuss architecture. Submissions should be sent to CiteCity, Arc en Reve, Entrepot, 7 Rue Ferrere, F33000, Bordeaux, France, by February 16th. For further details telephone Mr Moloney at (01) 4911725 or visit www.archeire.com/aai