http://hdl.handle.net/10174/1114 2026-04-04T10:37:54Z 2026-04-04T10:37:54Z Freire, Maria Carapinha, Aurora http://hdl.handle.net/10174/41681 2026-03-13T10:25:41Z 2026-03-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Landscape Literacy in Architectural Training: Unveiling the Terrain Authors: Freire, Maria; Carapinha, Aurora Editors: Cirklová, Jitka Abstract: The role of landscape in architecture is extremely significant, it influences the organization of architectural space, the urban planning, the valorization of nature and the cultural identity. So, landscape is a very important factor for the quality of life of all living beings. Teaching architecture students about landscape develops their awareness of the context of the sites and of places, as well as built spaces. Contemporary challenges such as climate change, biodiversity loss and urban sprawl, socio-cultural and economic conflicts require interdisciplinary approaches. Reading and understanding the landscape becomes crucial to designing sustainable spaces and approaching design to a holistic perspective, considering not only aesthetic and functional aspects, but also ecological and social factors. The landscape thematic in architecture courses involves providing tools and methodologies to analyze, interpret and design, as well as stimulating sensitivity to the landscape system and dynamics. Considering the case-study architecture training at University of Évora (Portugal), we will reflect on: i) Theoretical bases: the concept of landscape, history and contemporary issues provide students with a conceptual framework. ii) Case-studies: real-world examples of landscape integration in architecture help students understand best practices and innovative approaches. iii) Fieldwork and site analysis: hands-on experience through site visits and landscape analysis exercises increases students’ awareness of spatial and temporal dynamics in ecological, aesthetic, sociocultural, and economic domains. It allows a better understanding of topography, vegetation, water systems and human interactions. iv) Design studio exercises: practical applications challenge students to integrate landscape considerations into their architectural designs. Key findings include the need for increased awareness, interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation in design thinking.

2026-03-01T00:00:00Z Gago, José http://hdl.handle.net/10174/41621 2026-03-02T15:24:58Z 2025-11-12T00:00:00Z

Title: Tales in a sHoe box - playing WiTH Type Authors: Gago, José Editors: Silva, José; Marques, Tiago Abstract: A design project focusing on tunnel book compositions was conducted as part of the Technologies of Vector Drawing course at the University of Évora during the 2023/24 academic year. This study follows a descriptive case methodology, using Hans Christian Andersen’s narratives as its foundation. Students selected one of Andersen’s tales and created a scenic representation in the form of a tunnel book, housed in a 15x30x15 cm card box.These visual compositions incorporated typographic fonts of varying sizes to generate contrast. The students’ individual works were later combined to form a “wall of stories.” Upon project completion, the authors conducted a thematic analysis of the students’ project descriptions to evaluate their interpretation of the stories and determine if the romantic relationship with nature was evident in their work.

2025-11-12T00:00:00Z GAgo, José http://hdl.handle.net/10174/41620 2026-03-02T15:24:28Z 2023-05-12T23:00:00Z

Title: Mother Angel or Swiss Knife? Authors: GAgo, José Editors: Martins, Nuno; Brandão, Daniel Abstract: A mobile digital app development project involves several phases. This research developed in Learning Setting promoted an exploratory phase intending to promote greater reflexivity among students, where they can iteratively explore various codes and patterns of information. This research focuses on identifying design literacy elements that can guide the future development of a design proposal. In a design course learning setting, this paper focuses on developing an exploratory phase of a project for an app for the future Central Hospital of Alentejo (Portugal) . This Study aims to answer how a strategy combining a thematic analysis and an exploratory mapping contributes to reflexivity on solutions to explore in a project. The Study follows the methodologies of descriptive case study and thematic analysis. The results allowed the researchers to verify that using different mappings in the exploratory phases allows the students to exercise Reasoning in the context of the broader find patterns that surprise them and increase their Engagement with the project.

2023-05-12T23:00:00Z Silva, José Marques, Tiago Silva, Ema http://hdl.handle.net/10174/41619 2026-03-02T15:24:17Z 2023-01-20T00:00:00Z

Title: Mapping beyond the horizon Authors: Silva, José; Marques, Tiago; Silva, Ema Editors: Rebelo, Francisco; Wang, Zihao Abstract: The design of interfaces has an extensive focus, which goes beyond the screen design. The objective of this study, developed in learning settings at the University of Évora, Course of Interface Design, first curricular semester of 22/23, was to explore two perspectives of Interface Design. The project focused on mapping six sites related to Nature Spots beyond the horizon established from the classroom. The project included a physical non-digital interface (PhiNDI) and a digital interface component. The study follows a descriptive case methodology. The results allowed the students to develop tangible Design solutions and competencies at the level of the development of affordances. The limitations of the project are related to the development of low and high-fidelity prototypes.

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