The Azerbaijan Scientific Research Institute for Construction and Architecture was established in 1984.

The directions of activity of the Institute are development of new affordable and reliable construction solutions, their application in construction process, study of various construction types and development of engineering reporting methods as well as examination and reinforcement of facilities affected by natural disasters (earthquakes, landslides, floods, etc.) and improvement of urban planning principles in accordance with local climatic and social conditions, study of innovative methods and national traditions in architecture.