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Lecture

Spatial Transformations

Description

This lecture explores the concept of transforming spaces through unconventional installations and unanticipated planning, emphasizing the influence of a site on a project. It delves into the design process, from material selection to compositional elements, and discusses the dialogue between technology and architecture, focusing on underexplored typologies like Data Centers. The presentation also showcases a project involving the rehabilitation of a former railway site into an urban agricultural park, addressing the importance of local agriculture and sustainable urban development. Additionally, it examines the repurposing of vacant buildings for emergency housing and post-disaster scenarios, highlighting the significance of community engagement in architectural projects.

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Urban planning

Urban planning, also known as town planning, city planning, regional planning, or rural planning, is a technical and political process that is focused on the development and design of land use and the built environment, including air, water, and the infrastructure passing into and out of urban areas, such as transportation, communications, and distribution networks and their accessibility.

Sustainable agriculture

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Local food

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