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How can we, as tourists, contribute to the local ecosystem? What can strangers give to the local community? These questions frame the upcoming three-day takeover by KÉK — Hungarian Contemporary Architecture Centre, stemming from the legacy rule left by Forecast on the previous takeover: knock on 10 unknown doors.
As newcomers to the city, KÉK aims to redefine the modes of discovering the neighbourhoods around the Lisbon Triennale – Alfama, Costa do Castelo, and São Vicente – by knocking on many doors during their stay in a literal, explorative and figurative sense. This participatory programme focuses on opening new discussions, presenting good practices and facilitating the co-creation of a sustainable visit through a selection of local initiatives in the field of arts, design and architecture.
With free admission, this public programme is part of the European platform LINA, funded by Creative Europe and part of the cooperation project led by Lisbon Triennale.
Local architecture practices are invited to create a collaborative cartography of the Palace’s neighbourhood. The co-creation of a new map from architects' perspectives helps to discover the secrets around.
Thursday, 23 November, 10h: Thematic walking tours based on the mapping process.
Starting Point: Sinel de Cordes Palace, Campo Santa Clara, 145 Lisboa.
An Open Call for photos for an exhibition showcasing a multiplicity of personal views on doors comparing elements of Budapest and Lisbon is ongoing (10 November 2023). One door closes, another one opens.
Thursday, 23 November, 18h30: Opening of the pop up exhibition.
Curated by the crew of Budapest Architecture Film Festival.
Silêncio - Vozes de Lisboa, by Celine Carlisle e Judit Kalmar (2020, 1h26m). A documentary set amongst the backdrop of a gentrified Lisbon. Following the footsteps of Céline - a local foreigner who has lived in Portugal for 20 years - we are introduced to Ivone Días and Marta Miranda, two singers from different generations who fight for the survival of their art and their community. Their common language is Fado, a traditional style of music that talks about the daily struggle of living. With the lyrics of fado songs taking us through the story, the film explores the relationship between fado singers and the ever changing world around them.
Watch the Trailer here
Thursday, 23 November, 19h
Gathering local and international organisations and informal collectives to share experiences on how to build long-term sustainable practices related to resilient communities, sustainable heritage development and “citizen-friendly” tourism.
Friday, 24 November, 15h — 18h Register now
A series of participants share their projects in a short and lively way. Food for thought to initiate a discussion and create new partnerships.
Friday, 24 November, 19h
Reaching out to locals and tourists alike, all are invited to participate in a dinner at the courtyard that provides an alternative opportunity for tourists to contribute to the local culture and for all to enjoy different delicacies. This closing event of the KÉK Takeover aims to celebrate the end of the 3-day program with drinks, music and a last opportunity to start new collaborations, discuss sustainable tourism or just to chat.
Saturday, 25 November, 18h — 22h Register now
The Hungarian Contemporary Architecture Centre is a like minded independent institution sharing many common goals with the Lisbon Triennale. Its diverse programme of exhibitions, festivals, and workshops combines wide-range participation, complex analysis and innovative content focusing on the built environment and its relation to communities. KÉK also advises and develops activities in urban research with local communities in several cities.