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| CASA NOTICE | CASA 2020 CANCELLED Considering the recent developments of the Covid-19 pandemic in Portugal, the University of Coimbra, in an official statement issued earlier this month, suspended all on-site teaching activities until the end of the academic year. This means that all faculties and departments will have their facilities closed until the end of July, and all classes will be given through digital platforms. Therefore, and attending the given conditions, it is not possible to proceed with this year’s CASA edition. Naturally, we are very sorry for this unfortunate setback, but it is also important to understand that it is part of a contingency strategy for promotion of public health and safety, so that next year all classes are to proceed with normality. This particular situation urged the team to develop an accordingly strategy by adjusting this year’s program and objectives for the upcoming edition. The Atelier Tutors, Session Lecturers & Guests for CASA 2020 already transmitted their support by confirming their presence in 2021. SEE YOU IN CASA 2021! |
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| ABOUT | CASA (Coimbra Architecture Summer Atelier) is an intensive eleven-day workshop organized by the Department of Architecture of the University of Coimbra, Portugal. Combining practical and theoretical modules, CASA focuses on several problems of the city of Coimbra, aiming to work the built environment from its social, architectural and urban context.It consists mainly of design workshops where participants, guided by workshop tutors, can develop proposals that respond to the themes presented; and in conferences and debates where concepts, ideas and projects are conferred in order to strengthen the strategies to be developed. Origin is the main theme of this inaugural cycle of three annual editions, and includes three secondary themes: Void, Ephemeral and Boundary, from which critical solutions are applied to specific problems. CASA provides an environment of architectural experiment dedicated to the debate of ideas, the cult of knowledge and the promotion of a cultural space. Therefore, the participants will find there a space of interaction with professionals who dedicate themselves daily to the contemporary practice of Architecture, as well as to its teaching and research. Embracing diverse nationalities, cultures, ages and formative processes, CASA intends to cross practices, knowledge, experiences, generations and ideas, having as its main goal the creation of innovative design proposals in Coimbra as a contemporary artefact of reflection and intervention. |
| MANIFESTO | The creative process of deciding the name is entirely narrated with the ambition and identity of this initiative, being a result of various important aspects and guidelines. For us, as founders, it was mandatory to establish a certain detachment from the existing summer schools / ateliers and related events. CASA needed to have an identity itself, and this identity would get its roots from: the school, the city – Coimbra – and their intrinsic relationship; a product of the School-City bias. CASA is not just a word, or an acronym, that stands for Coimbra Architecture Summer Atelier, it also carries a powerful message and meaning behind four simple letters. The chosen name (the word CASA) means in Portuguese: House – or in a more colloquial way and familiar manner, Home. This dichotomy was a playful and light-hearted start for the symbolic choice of the definitive name of this unique event. This powerful nomination, also mirrors one of CASA’s main goals, to insert an idea of bringing back former professors, students, and others currently working in Portugal or abroad, to return to their home, their place of education, memories and moments, and, through a renewed and deeper critical look of Coimbra, contribute to the education of young professionals and students, by teaching in CASA’s ateliers. So, by combining this initiatives’ main goals: the connection with the city – and its territory –, with the Department of Architecture and the former peers. CASA was born. |
| AN ATELIER | CASA was founded by architecture colleagues, each one with different backgrounds, curriculums and paths in architecture. The Department of Architecture of the University of Coimbra is what brought them together; and adding this aspect with their will and determination to (still) contribute as much as possible to the school is what triggered this initiative. It was mutual the idea to launch a summer event for all the academic and professional community. So, in a way, this initiative’s main purpose is to embrace professionals, interns and students from various nationalities, cultures and backgrounds. This event would then become a place to gather in a single occasion everyone interested and passionate about architecture, design and urbanism related disciplines, in an environment of co-working and reciprocal learning experiences – all working together for a common purpose – an atelier. |
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ATELIER TUTORS | SESSION LECTURERS CASA 2021 (MORE TO BE ANNOUNCED) | ATELIER TUTORS Andreas Hermansson Hermansson Hiller Lundberg António Belém Lima Belém Lima Arquitectos Armando Rabaça Camilo Rebelo Atelier 1111 Catarina Fortuna João Mendes Ribeiro Arquitecto, Lda Jorge Teixeira Dias Jorge Teixeira Dias Architects José Pedro Lima Luís Miguel Correia COMOCO Pedro Azevedo Rosmaninho+Azevedo Pedro Brígida Pedro Brígida Arquitectos Samuel Lundberg Hermansson Hiller Lundberg Susana Rosmaninho Rosmaninho+Azevedo Camilo Rebelo Atelier 1111 Carolina Coelho Désirée Pedro Atelier do Corvo / Anozero José António Bandeirinha Susana Lobo |
| PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS | - Intensive Workshop Sessions with the close guidance and support of the Ateliers Tutors - Site Visits, Intermediate Ateliers Presentations, and Ateliers Presentations Reviews - Theoretical Sessions (Origin, Void, Boundary, Ephemeral) with the presence of the Ateliers Tutors and the Session Lecturers - Get to know Coimbra through local visits and to the inside practice ran by architects who will welcome you in their offices, sharing their experiences and workplaces - Final presentations with guest critics ending with a Closing Lecture, Diploma Ceremony and Closing Dinner Party. |
FEES CASA 2021 | INFORMATION SOON! All registered students in the 2020/2021 school year at the University of Coimbra (with active registration) have special conditions of participation. Confirmation with CASA's team. |
| DISCLAIMER INFORMATION | The University of Coimbra and CASA disclaim any liability for any damage to persons or property that may occur during the event (21st to 31st of July). The participants are entirely responsible for arranging their own insurance, including health insurance, travel, accidents, etc. CASA is authorized to use any pictures, videos or materials taken by authorized members during the summer school (21st-31st July) and other CASA's related activities along the year, either in the University of Coimbra, or anywhere else, for educational purposes and in order to promote Coimbra, its University and Departments, as well as CASA. CASA reserves the right to change or cancel Atelier Tutor(s) / Session Lecturer(s), as well the program relative to CASA's activities and any changes considered necessary. |
| USEFUL INFORMATION | The city centre of Coimbra, where the University is located, is a dynamic and diverse area with numerous restaurants, bars and accommodation possibilities, such as hostels, guesthouses and more, all with an affordable pricing. |
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| FAQS | What is CASA? CASA (Coimbra Architecture Summer Atelier) is an intensive eleven-day workshop. Where is CASA? The Summer Atelier will be held at: Departamento de Arquitetura Edifício Colégio das Artes, Largo D. Dinis 3000-143 Coimbra When is CASA? CASA will happen from the 21st to the 31st of July. In which language will the workshop be held? Both ateliers and sessions will be held in English. CASA team does not require participants to present a language certificate, however, we strongly recommend a good level of fluency. Where will the Sessions be held? Sessions will be held at the Department of Architecture. Are there any specific requirements for participation? CASA welcomes everyone to participate in the summer school. The event mainly aims to architecture, art, design and urban planning students, recent graduates and professionals. Do I need to bring my laptop? Yes, each participant must have their own computer. CASA will provide material for: model making; drawing paper; cutting tools, and rulers (limited to the existent stock). Nevertheless, we encourage each participant to bring their own drawing materials, such as pencils, pens and others. Will I be granted a diploma / certificate of participation? Yes, upon successful conclusion of the workshop every participant will be given an official diploma of participation signed by the CASA representative and the Department of Architecture director. How will I get notified if my application is successful? CASA team will send a confirmation email informing each applicant whether his application was successful or not. The review of each application can take up to one week. Will there be access to Wi-Fi? During their time in the Department of Architecture students will have free access to Wi-Fi. There is also a free internet server all around the University campus. Will CASA be responsible for issuing my VISA? Each participant who requires a VISA (for Portugal) is responsible for obtaining his / her visa on time. CASA will only issue invitation letters for the participants. Please, inform CASA about this matter, as soon as possible. When is payment due? The applicant will be asked to pay the course fee once his application is confirmed and accepted, this is done via email, where payment instructions are also sent. Registration will only be valid after payment confirmation. Payment deadline is 30/06/2021; Applications submitted in the 30th of June will have extra time for payment. |
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| CONTACT | General Inquiries coimbratelier@uc.pt Applications coimbratelier.apply@uc.pt Press coimbratelier.press@uc.pt |
| SOCIAL MEDIA | Facebook www.facebook.com/coimbratelier/ www.instagram.com/coimbratelier/ |
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| CASA 2021 | ORGANIZATION TEAM Bruno Gil . Cláudia Ribeiro . João Manuel Miranda . Martinho Araújo ATELIER TUTORS Andreas Hermansson . António Belém Lima . Armando Rabaça . Camilo Rebelo . Catarina Fortuna . Jorge Teixeira Dias . José Pedro Lima . Luís Miguel Correia . Pedro Azevedo . Pedro Brígida . Samuel Lundberg . Susana Rosmaninho SESSION LECTURERS & GUESTS |
| CASA 2019 | ORGANIZATION TEAM Bruno Gil . João Manuel Miranda . Martinho Araújo ATELIER TUTORS Alexandre Dias . Carlos Antunes . Carlos Azevedo . João Branco . João Crisóstomo . João Mendes Ribeiro . José Fernando Gonçalves . Luís Sobral . Luísa Bebiano . Paula Santos . Paulo Providência . Vasco Melo SESSION LECTURERS & GUESTS Carolina Coelho . Carolina Drave . Cláudia Ribeiro . Fernando Santos . Gonçalo Canto Moniz . Jorge Carvalho . Jorge Figueira . Jorge Teixeira Dias . José António Bandeirinha . Luís Umbelino . Margarida Relvão . Nelson Mota . Nuno Grande . Rodrigo Tavares . Rui Lobo PARTICIPANTS Ahmed Hisham . Alice Weimar . Ana Catarina Pinto . António de Carvalho . Arthur Cunha . Bárbara Machado . Bruno Pascal . Carolina Matos . Catarina Marques . Cláudia Ribeiro . Constança Saraiva . Diogo Sanches . Dunja Knežević . Eduardo Braga . Fernanda Vierno . Francesco Benatto . Gonçalo Soares . Guilherme Paiva Lopes . Hugo Silva . Inês Aragão . Inês Costa de Oliveira . Inês Gouveia . Inês Veríssimo . Irina Ozheredova . Jéssica Casalinho . Joana Fernandes . Joana Ramos . João Dias . João Marques . João Octávio Lopes . Julia Vidotti . Júlia Vieira . Lídia Freitas . Louiza Kalousi . Madalena Oliveira . Mara Nogueira . Margarita Morales . Mariana Carvalho . Matteo Dragoni . Mayar Adel Mahmoud . Miguel Morais . Sabrina Vieira . Sofia Campos |
