As sea levels are projected to rise by up to 1 meter by 2100, Where Does the Sand Go? reimagines coastlines and waterfront cities as living public landscapes. Curated by Filippo Mercuri through Gaud•e Project, it uses AI-generated visions to turn scientific research into shared futures. Through Piers, Levels and Bays, the project transforms erosion, seasonality and sea-level rise into spatial, ecological and civic opportunities.
U-BUILD Community is a citizen-led housing initiative that enables groups of residents to collectively develop affordable and sustainable residential buildings. By removing traditional developer profit margins and using modular architectural prototypes, the model makes housing more accessible while promoting high-quality design, community participation and environmental responsibility.
The project transforms an informal settlement into a sustainable gateway to Collserola Park. Through a residents’ cooperative, it integrates "Km0" agriculture with forest management. By unearthing the local stream and reusing demolition rubble for landscaping, it embodies NEB’s circularity. This model reconciles social inclusion with ecological restoration, proving that Mediterranean fringes can evolve from marginal areas into resilient, beautiful, and shared urban-natural landscapes.
This project develops predictive models of human behavior across three scales individual emotion using EEG and artificial intelligence social dynamics through agent based network simulations and organizational resilience through computational models of error management. Together these systems translate psychological processes into measurable predictors supporting neurodriven technologies that improve media environments mental well-being and long term human sustainability
The Boryspil Hub reimagines 3,350 hectares of neglected airport surroundings as a vibrant cultural and economic landscape. Inspired by Ukrainian heritage and the symbols of the Trypillian civilisation, the project transforms the area into a gateway introducing travellers to Ukraine’s traditions, creativity, and innovations. By combining sustainable landscapes, culture, and infrastructure, it creates new opportunities for local communities while shaping a memorable first impression of the country
AI for Urban Building Management explores how artificial intelligence can help cities manage energy, water and heat consumption in public buildings. Using real urban data and machine learning models, the project identifies inefficiencies, predicts resource use and tests sustainable management scenarios. The goal is to support cities in reducing emissions, lowering costs and creating smarter and more sustainable urban environments.
“Points of Intersection” is an art-based research initiative that brings together emerging artists and local communities across Serbia. Through field visits to different regions and collaboration with civil society organisations, participants engage directly with multiple local contexts, exploring social and environmental issues through artistic research. The project fosters decentralised cultural practice, knowledge exchange, and closer connections between art and diverse social realities.
Gaiba Community Hub transforms the XXV Aprile Civic Hall into an inclusive community hub for elderly and vulnerable people, serving Gaiba and neighbouring municipalities. Through renovated spaces, social and cultural activities, and a dedicated transport service, it fosters social connection, reduces isolation, revitalises the civic heart of the community, and strengthens local networks and solidarity.
Nestled in a historic hospital district, this chapel is a living sanctuary of hope. Its minimalist form, embraced by lush greenery, symbolizes the eternal cycle of life and recovery. Six circular windows, glowing with crosses, act as rhythmic beacons, weaving a meditative dance of light and shadow. By bridging heritage with modern solace, the project creates a peaceful "core" for reflection and inner strength, offering a quiet refuge for the soul where it is needed most.
HACOY is building a network of city hubs where slow fashion becomes a vehicle for social inclusion and craft revival. Each hub connects elderly artisans, young makers, and underrepresented communities through workshops, shared wardrobes, and hyperlocal production. Rooted in the principle of Radical Proximity - making and selling within the community - HACOY proves that fashion can rebuild local belonging, preserve generational knowledge, and create a more democratic, human-centered economy.
