http://hdl.handle.net/10174/41 2026-04-03T22:56:54Z 2026-04-03T22:56:54Z 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 Coppi, Marcelo Bezelga, Isabel Fialho, Isabel Rodrigues, Paulo Folque, Assunção Pinto, Paula Tamen, Ana http://hdl.handle.net/10174/41679 2026-03-13T10:24:42Z 2026-02-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Green E.Th.I.Cs: Project Evaluation Methodology and Results Authors: Coppi, Marcelo; Bezelga, Isabel; Fialho, Isabel; Rodrigues, Paulo; Folque, Assunção; Pinto, Paula; Tamen, Ana Abstract: Project evaluation constitutes one of the most important and decisive moments in the management cycle. More than a mere accountability exercise, it represents a fundamental opportunity to systematically understand whether the efforts and resources invested have produced the intended results. Its purpose goes beyond simple verification. Evaluation is necessary to pro- vide relevant information that can improve projects for their stakeholders, transforming data into learning and evidence into action. This e-book is dedicated to presenting the evaluation plan, the methodol- ogy used for data collection, and the results of the evaluation of the Green E.Th.I.Cs Project, an initiative that positions Social and Community Theatre as a central tool for raising awareness about climate change and promoting the European Green Deal. Developed by 18 partners across 12 countries, the project aimed to foster civic engagement, critical thinking, and citizen proactivity through the performing arts. It is based on the premise that evaluation is not a one-off or merely sum- mative act. Rather, it is a continuous, formative, systematic, and multidi- mensional process, aiming to determine effectiveness, efficiency, impacts, and sustainability in relation to previously defined objectives. This process involves collecting and analysing data on activities, outputs, and achieved effects, and seeks to provide useful information for decision-making, organisational learning, and the continuous improvement of future practices.

2026-02-01T00:00:00Z Rocha, Leonor http://hdl.handle.net/10174/41669 2026-03-13T10:19:16Z 2025-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Territórios neolíticos no Alentejo Central (Portugal): Estratégias de implantação Authors: Rocha, Leonor Abstract: The development, during the last two decades, of systematic archaeological surveys and excavations, related to measures for minimizing negative impacts as well as research projects, has allowed us to learn more about the territories preferred by the Neolithic populations in inland Alentejo, and thus to refute traditional theories put forward during the 1970s and the 1980s. The many habitat locations, identified as being part of the initial phases of the Neolithic period through the artefacts recovered, are located in areas with very specific geomorphologic characteristics. In this work, we present a summary of the available information about this region, while defining the main settlement areas and reflecting on their functional materiality and the issues related to their characterization.

2025-01-01T00:00:00Z 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.

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