De la ruptura a la regeneración urbana a partir del rescate de conexiones históricas y ambientales Maria Luísa Machado Taller Concepto IaaC – MOeC – 2025 Resúmen Maceió, Alagoas, “la tierra que cubre el pantano”, nació de la unión de sus aguas, con sus primeros asentamientos vinculados a la Laguna Mundaú, el mar y las … Read more
Designing an Inclusive and Functional Bench Through the Lens of Iconic Visionaries Urban design has always required balancing complex social, cultural, and environmental factors. In this project, we explored the potential of AI in shaping public spaces. Specifically, designing a bench that serves the needs of both homeless individuals and daily users. We developed a … Read more
Developed as part of a Workshop hosted by IAAC and conducted by Buro Happold representatives, the project envisions the transformation of Barcelona’s Zona Franca waterfront into a mobility-driven, mixed-use district that balances industry, nature, and urban life. The master plan prioritizes seamless connectivity, enhancing public transport, pedestrian networks, and micromobility infrastructure to overcome the area’s … Read more
Perched at the top of Montjuïc hill, in the heart of the Sants-Montjuïc district, stands the Lluís Companys Olympic Stadium, a place where history, sport, and culture come together. From hosting the unforgettable 1992 Olympic Games to becoming a stage for world-class events, this stadium has witnessed some of the greatest moments in Barcelona’s history. … Read more
Architecture as a means of social segregation “capital materializes, to a large extent, through urban construction, the establishment of social relations in the city, the organization of space in the city, among others” (Harvey 2020, 23) According to Charles Jencks, the death of the modern architecture dated on July 15, 1972 at 3:32 p.m, when … Read more
Barcelona, like many modern cities, experiences the Urban Heat Island (UHI) effect, where built-up areas retain more heat than surrounding natural landscapes. This interactive map visualizes temperature variations across the city, highlighting areas most affected by heat buildup. 🛰️ What This Map Shows: 📍 Heat Hotspots – Areas with high surface temperatures due to dense construction and limited … Read more
CRITICAL QUESTION: “How can urban planning and architectureactively resist the dominance ofspeculative capital, and instead promoteequitable, community-driven developmentthat prioritizes social cohesion and publiclife over the financialization of space?“ ——————————————————- The city is not just a physical construct of streets and buildings; it functions as a living entity, constantly shifting, shaped by the flows of CAPITAL … Read more
Garden of Sacred Geometry Welcome to Flora Sagrada at Sagrada Família. The alternative Sacristy offers an immersive journey through nature, art, and geometry. Sacristy Transformed: Living Greenhouse DESIGN: The Sacristy evolves into a living, breathing space that harmonizes architecture and nature.LOCAL: perfect conditions for endangered local plant species.EXPERIENCE: Visitors explore a dynamic ecosystem within Gaudí’s … Read more
Through this workshop, we developed “Clean up the Noisy City,” an educational and interactive game designed to raise children’s awareness of urban soundscapes. In this engaging experience, players take on the role of city problem-solvers, working together to identify, assess, and mitigate disruptive noises using creative solutions. The game is played through a structured yet … Read more
A Methodological Approach to Urban Growth and Hybrid Energy Systems in the Global South Why Global South ? Urbanization in the Global South is a defining trend of the 21st century, with over 90% of urban growth expected to occur in low- and middle-income countries by 2050. This rapid expansion has led to a surge … Read more
Caminos para Reimaginar el Territorio Lagunar en Crisis Soy residente de Maceió.Maceió, capital de Alagoas, es una de las principales ciudades del noreste de Brasil, destacándose tanto por sus bellezas naturales como por su papel económico y social en la región. Maceió, del tupí “maçayó”, “maçaio-k”: “lo que cubre el humedal”, está situada en la … Read more
URBAN WAYFINDING FOR THE BLIND Understanding how visually impaired or blind individuals navigate urban environments reveals significant challenges tied to mobility injustice across various scales. This issue extends beyond individual obstacles, encompassing systemic gaps in urban design that fail to accommodate diverse needs. My thesis delves into these injustices, exploring the barriers that hinder equitable … Read more
Entre Ciudad, Infraestructuras y Paisajes Introducción La costa Este de Uruguay se presenta como un territorio de oportunidad, donde la fragilidad ambiental, la presión del turismo y el crecimiento urbano exigen una visión de urbanismo resiliente. El proyecto propone un modelo que apuesta por la hibridación entre lo natural y lo artificial. En este contexto, … Read more
CRONOLOGÍA HIPÓTESIS El caso de estudio presenta un escenario complejo y dinámico, caracterizado por un crecimiento acelerado y no planificado impulsado por el auge de la industria hidrocarburífera. Esta industria ha generado un incremento de la cantidad de población residente como la pendular, y también ha generado una demanda sin precedentes de servicios e infraestructuras … Read more
Recalificación de Áreas Degradadas por la Industria Salinera – Cabo Frio – Brasil Introducción Desde los albores de la humanidad, la sal siempre ha jugado un papel fundamental en la sociedad. Su importancia era tan grande que en la antigüedad, la sal se utilizaba como moneda, conservante, condimento y alimento. Antes de la colonización portuguesa, … Read more
