Islands have always exerted a peculiar fascination on the individual and collective imagination, as evidenced by their diverse representations in art, culture, and literature, as well as their success in the contemporary tourism industry. While in exile and attempting to familiarize herself with the Caribbean islands, María Zambrano wrote: "the role of islands is to act as a magnet that draws the imagination toward something primary, not yet corrupted by human nature." This tendency to project the most idyllic places onto the edges of the sea persists in the collective imagination today. When we think of summer or vacations, our minds often gravitate toward the mental construction of islands—places where we dream and fantasize that happiness, calm, and harmony are possible alongside a sunset.

As part of the fifth edition of the Tank Festival, on July 6, 2019, at 7:30 p.m., in the vacant lot currently surrounding the El Tanque Cultural Space in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, the works of more than 30 artists will be displayed—literally—on a tower created from wooden chairs. This action will advocate for strengthening the Cultural Space through consistent programming and appropriate public funding, as well as for the renovation of its surroundings based on the design by architect Fernando Menis, who proposed a banana tree garden.

In the year marking the centenary of his birth, the fifth edition of the Canary Islands' Tank Festival is dedicating an event to the work and memory of artist César Manrique. The event will feature a screening of the documentary "Taro, el eco de Manrique" (58 min., Miguel G. Morales), a feature film that brings us closer to the figure and ecological message of the Spanish artist, born in Lanzarote, through his own voice, reflections, actions, and projects. His involvement, his advocacy, his confrontations with authorities and developers, and his commitment to the cultural and landscape values of Lanzarote transformed him into a symbol, adding a socio-political dimension to his creative personality. The screening will be followed by a discussion between the documentary's director, Miguel G., and architect Fernando Menis. This event is held in collaboration with the César Manrique Foundation and the Hatching Festival.

ARQFest Buenos Aires is a gateway to experiencing architecture and the city over three intense days, coinciding with the celebration of Architect's Day in Argentina. To this end, the festival offers a cross-disciplinary program designed to spark debate and provide a platform for new perspectives.

WinAReQ is the "International Workshop on Equinoctial Architecture," organized by the Faculty of Architecture and Urbanism (FAU) at UTE University in Quito, Ecuador.

Drawing inspiration from nature to create innovative projects is the core concept of biomimicry. This science studies the vast array of strategies nature employs to ensure the survival and reproduction of living organisms on the planet. By understanding these strategies, it is possible to foster innovation across all forms of design. We utilize the creative journey known as Biomimicry Thinking, which enables nature-inspired creation even for those without a background in science.

Earthen architecture is an important part of Chile's construction heritage. It declined during the height of the Industrial Revolution but has seen a strong resurgence in recent decades, driven by the need to make construction more sustainable for our planet. In this context, innovation in construction systems that incorporate earth and natural fibers as building materials offers an appropriate expression of local identity and an understanding of the territory as pillars of the new human habitat.

The "Monomaterial Practices" talk presents the work of the Dum Dum Lab office over the last four years, featuring an architectural approach that focuses on proposals developed through material research. Projects to be presented include various material installations developed during their Workshop Series, held at different architecture schools across Chile, as well as larger-scale pavilions that have been part of competitions such as the recent YAP Constructo Young Architect Program 2019.

Cities, now more than ever, are facing a series of public challenges. Many are leveraging the experience and talent of both professionals and citizens to address new needs.

What will the cities of the future look like? It is undeniable that cities across the globe are in a state of constant development and evolution, adapting to the new needs and demands of society.

Learning urban photography requires hitting the streets with a plan. This is the premise of the online course "Introduction to Urban Photography" by Chilean architect and photographer Pablo Casals, available on Domestika. In this practical class, you will follow Pablo through the city as he teaches students by example, allowing you to explore the case study firsthand.

We will cover the development, control, viability, and fabrication of complex geometries by associating project parameters using Grasshopper, the most advanced generative modeling software for architecture and design.

Escola da Cidade – School of Architecture and Urbanism and the Sesc Research and Training Center (Sesc CPF) are partnering to host two sessions with Peruvian architects Sandra Barclay and Jean Pierre Crousse on June 25 and 26 at the Sesc CPF headquarters.

The Academic Work Competition for the Architecture and Urbanism program (CONTRAU) at Universidade Paulista (UNIP) aims to promote and highlight the semester-long projects produced by students in architecture and urbanism courses. Furthermore, it seeks to publicize proposals for interventions in both built and unbuilt spaces in São José do Rio Preto and the surrounding region.

A conversation with Marcio Kogan, Diana Radomysler, and Carlos Costa.

studio mk27 possesses a strong "storytelling" DNA derived from cinema throughout its entire creative process—not only when designing spaces but also when presenting them to the final client.

As part of the [+] with [-] Lecture Series organized by the Final Integrated Project Chair, and for the first time in Argentina—in alignment with our academic philosophy—we are premiering the award-winning documentary 'Doing More with Less' at UM FADAU. The film was directed by Katerina Kliwadenko (Chile, 1985) and Mario Novas (Spain, 1977) in collaboration with the Ecuadorian architecture firm Al Borde.

The Neuquén College of Architects will host the launch of the book 'La línea del arquitecto' by architect Vicente Nazzo on July 4, featuring a talk and a discussion.

The CA Awards are among the most significant recognitions for architects in Chile, highlighting twelve members for their excellence, work, and contributions to the field. Furthermore, as determined by the National Board, these awards serve as benchmarks for architects across the country.