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Architecture festival to focus on filling urban voids The Lisbon Architecture Triennial is taking place from May 31 to June 31, 2007. The Triennial will focus on the “Urban Voids” in contemporary cities, such as Lisbon.
Some of the most talented thinkers, planners and designers in the field of architecture will participate in Triennial events, which include nine exhibitions, one seminar and other activities. Experts from the United States, Europe and Japan will examine the potential of urban empty spaces and the promise of urban regeneration. Triennial events will take place around metro Lisbon, but also in the Park of Nations (Parque das Nações), itself an example of transforming a past urban void into a new business and social center. Portugal’s architectural history will be a fitting backdrop for discussing the challenges facing the field of architecture, from city building to regional planning.
In addition to seminars and exhibitions, the Triennial includes three competitions, all using the urban void theme. Architects will submit projects to revitalize Oruro’s shipyard, while architecture students may submit ideas for regenerating five zones in Lisbon and the cities of Almada and Barreiro. The third competition, “Interventions in the City,” is open to any citizen, but requires an architect or architecture student on the project team. Winning projects in this competition will be exhibited during the Triennial. www.trienaldelisboa.com www.visitportugal.com
