MEMORY TALKS EP10

The trip to the Venice Architecture Biennale, led by Francesco Perrotta-Bosch, will take place from October 12 to 23.

This week marks the opening of "Construcción / Villa 31," an exhibition by Cristóbal Palma at GALLO (Galería Lo Contador), a space dedicated to the interdisciplinary intersection of design, architecture, and contemporary culture.

How can we create inclusive, equitable and dignified public spaces that are adaptable and responsive to the local environment? World Urban Parks seeks to identify innovative and creative proposals to this question through the Parkitecture international design contest, inviting visionary architects, landscape designers, and urban planners to reimagine urban parks for a sustainable future.

The art scene vibrated with the arrival of the new decade. He attributed significance to the number eight—"round and also a symbol of infinity"—yet, consciously or not, a strong sense of optimism prevailed, driven by the impending end of the dictatorship.
Marking a particularly significant milestone as he celebrates his 80th birthday, Aquila, considered one of the most active painters of his generation, presents "Em Torno dos 80," a memorable exhibition defined by warm and meaningful reunions. Opening on August 26, the exhibition honors the master with the participation of artists who worked alongside him at Parque Lage during the 1980s—a period marked by a resurgence of freedom of expression, particularly within the realm of painting.

The Latin American Meeting of Architecture Students (ELEA) has served, across thirty-three in-person and one virtual edition, as an annual space to bring together hundreds of architecture students and young professionals from across Latin America. It provides a platform for different generations to exchange experiences and knowledge, and to build networks through exhibition, dialogue, and action within the field of architecture—and even in areas not commonly recognized as part of the discipline.

After a three-year hiatus, Galeria Paulo Branquinho has returned to the art scene in full force, opening a new collective exhibition on Saturday, August 12. "Sem Barreiras" (Without Barriers), the new exhibition hosted in the 18th-century Lapa house, features 16 artists who present works across a variety of media, styles, techniques, and materials. Alessandro Caròla, Ana Pose, Analu Nabuco, Eda Miranda, Edna Kauss, Gustavo Alves, Ira Etz, Istefânia Rubino, Jacqueline Dalsenter, José Senna, Laura Bonfá Burnier, Marcia Rommes, Maria Cecília Leão, Maria Eugênia Baptista, Maria Lúcia Maluf, and Teresinha Mazzei share a common goal: to capture the visitor's attention and evoke a range of emotions.

As part of the series "Accessibility from North to South: All the Voices of Brazil," Mariana Bunn Architecture and Accessibility will host a conversation this coming Sunday, August 6, with architect Priscila Libonati.

The 7th edition of the Triennale marks its first public moment in Venice during the Pavilion Days of Biennale Architettura 2023. Moderated by chief curators John Palmesino and Ann-Sofi Rönnskog from Territorial Agency, the clash of ideas brings together experts from art to architecture, science, technology and the humanities.

The Félix Candela Award is a two-stage international architecture ideas competition held in Spanish. Organized annually by the Spanish Institute of Architecture (IESARQ), it is open to all students of architecture, landscape architecture, urban planning, and design, as well as architects, landscape architects, urban planners, and young designers, participating individually or in teams of two or three members.

Airzone, a leader in the manufacturing of HVAC control systems, has launched the inaugural "Airzone Awards 2023" to support its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and young talent. These awards are dedicated to promoting university projects that prioritize energy efficiency. The inaugural edition will recognize the best Bachelor's or Master's theses based on their contribution to energy efficiency and sustainability in building design.

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At the SCA, we seek to champion the contribution of architecture to social well-being and quality of life, celebrating the efforts made through best practices to understand the needs and desires of local communities and to design spaces that foster inclusion, equality, and social justice.

“Harmony in Diversity-Connecting the Metropolis by In-Between” Kuala Lumpur-Nanjing-Hong Kong Roving Architecture Exhibition

The 7th edition of the Lisbon Triennale kicks off in Venice with a debate centered on the question "How Heavy is a City?" This open, participatory reflection brings together experts from various disciplines, ranging from art to architecture, science, technology, and the humanities.

Established by ABD in 1996, CONAD is the largest interior design congress in the industry and a leading event across Brazil. It brings together the most influential professionals in the market for a two-day immersive experience focused on professional development, knowledge sharing, and networking.

The City of Suzano recognizes the importance of aligning with contemporary demands and challenges, particularly regarding climate emergencies and social developments. Consequently, aware of the need to refine the vision for the city's future—originally established in 2017 through the revision of the Master Plan (Supplementary Law No. 312/2017)—the municipal administration is proposing the "Suzano of Tomorrow +5" International Seminar.

On August 7, the Faculty of Architecture and Urbanism (FAU Mackenzie) will host Zaida Muxí and Josep Maria Montaner for its inaugural lecture. Zaida Muxí, an expert in urbanism, architecture, and gender, will present her latest publication, the book Mujeres, casas y ciudades. Más allá del umbral. Josep Maria Montaner, author of over fifty books, will share insights on his new book during the lecture “Otra Historia, Razón y Orden en la Arquitectura Contemporánea.”

With almost 30% of global carbon emissions caused by the construction and running of buildings, there is a need radically rethink the materials we use to build our towns and cities. Rather than radical novelties, How to Build a Low-Carbon explores how seemingly traditional wood, stone and straw are being revolutionised for contemporary homes. Each section is dedicated to one of the three resources, tracing its journey from raw material to building material to architecture.