An exploration of root structures and material study 70% of the world’s population lives along coastlines and rivers, out of which, thousands of people get affected yearly due to erosion. However, our marine ecosystems such as mangroves and soils have the capability of storing large amounts of CO2 and provide a barrier amongst erosion. CAUSES … Read more
An algorithmic roadmap that converts self-organized settlement morphology into clean-energy action: the Energy-Morphology Index mines open roof- and density data, ranks each building’s readiness, and matches “Ready / Promising / Not-Ready” clusters to modular solar toolkits—turning self-organized settlements into engines of energy justice
The plastic crisis has reached staggering proportions. If all the plastic waste on Earth were laid out, it would be enough to cover the entire surface of Argentina ankle-deep. Every year, we produce 300 million tons of plastic globally. Yet only 10% remains in use, while more than 80% is discarded. Of this discarded plastic, … Read more
Introduction This project explores a double landscape approach, bridging a student accommodation in the city with an ecological extraction site in the Collserola foothills. It establishes a material and climatic dialogue between the two contexts: one as a site of inhabitation, the other as a site of making. At its core is a breathing terracotta … Read more
Consider yourself a local architect or urban planner dealing with the all-too-common Barcelona problem: Its too hot here! and the courtyard outside feels like a desolate oven. Imagine now that your co-pilot is a pixel-art cat that is friendly, understands the climatic conditions and works with you to create a courtyard that is actually comfortable, … Read more
Re-Rio is a vision to bring dignity, connection, and opportunity to the Gradim fishing community in Rio de Janeiro. Faced with poor infrastructure and social neglect, this project reimagines housing and public space through sustainable, affordable, and flexible design. It creates cool, breathable homes, shared learning spaces, and eco-tourism paths that celebrate local culture. By … Read more
Soluciones sostenibles para contaminación y escasez hídrica en Villa Carlos Paz. ¿Cómo pueden las Soluciones Basadas en la Naturaleza, desde un enfoque de diálogo entre lo preexistente y lo propuesto, contribuir a mitigar simultáneamente la escasez y la contaminación hídrica en Villa Carlos Paz, sin modificar los cursos y cuencas hídricas naturales existentes y promoviendo … Read more
AQUA.NEST: An AI-Powered Decision Support Toolbox for Adaptive Urban Design Using Nature-Based Solutions in Flood-Exposed Coastal Cities Coastal urban flooding is emerging as one of the most urgent climate challenges of our time. Without strong adaptation, annual flood damages could reach €930 billion globally by 2050, even with improved infrastructure (OECD, 2020). Rising sea levels and … Read more
Hacia un modelo territorial para ciudades balnearias La tesis propone explorar el turismo en la Costa Este del Uruguay, con énfasis en las franjas litorales de los departamentos de Canelones y Maldonado. Aquí, el turismo no es entendido únicamente como una actividad económica o cultural, sino como una infraestructura compleja que incide sobre el territorio: … Read more
A coracle is a small, lightweight, round or oval boat traditionally made with a woven frame of wood or wicker and covered with animal hide or waterproof fabric. It’s designed to be easily carried and is mainly used in parts of the UK, for fishing or transport on rivers. Master Plan Firstly, we looked the … Read more
This project introduces an environmental sculpture, up to 1.5 meters tall, placed in the garden of Ballina Methodist Church in Ballina, Ireland. The column acts as a multifunctional architectural element supporting local biodiversity—attracting insects, bees, butterflies, and small birds—while blending harmoniously into the public landscape. Constructed from a geopolymer made with crushed seashells and biochar, … Read more
Propuesta de plan preliminar de reparación para el área afectada por la minería en Maceió, AL. Maria Luísa Machado Taller Proyecto IaaC – MOeC – 2025 Resúmen Maceió, capital del estado de Alagoas, surgió del encuentro entre tierra y agua. Su historia y sus primeros núcleos de ocupación están íntimamente ligados a la Laguna Mundaú, … Read more
De la ciudad hacia el agua y del agua hacia la ciudadTransiciones entre ciudad, puerto y ríoLa Ciudad de Buenos Aires nació como una ciudad-puerto, con un estrecho vínculo con el Río de la Plata. En sus orígenes, el río fue puerta de entrada, espacio de intercambio y parte vital del paisaje cotidiano. Sin embargo, … Read more
DEL ARROZ Esta investigación se sitúa en el territorio arrocero del noreste de Uruguay, caracterizado por tierras bajas y húmedas asociadas a la cuenca de la Laguna Merín. Dentro de su territorio está el sistema de humedales Bañados del Este y Franja Costera, reconocido por su importancia planetaria y por servir de hogar para especies … Read more
Sobre latencias y oportunidades en el abordaje de la vacancia en la Ciudad de Mendoza RESUMEN La problemática de los pasivos urbanos, definidos como terrenos subutilizados o infraestructuras obsoletas dentro del tejido urbano, constituye un fenómeno global con implicaciones territoriales y socioeconómicas a escala local. La expansión urbana no planificada, caracterizada por patrones de crecimiento … Read more
