critical urban architecture
Introduction
Ephemeral claim architecture is known as architecture that reveals a critical social, political or environmental situation, either through built projects or theoretical approaches, with the intention of attracting attention to the issues raised and producing a reflection to generate awareness.
Generalities
Vindicative architectural projects require analyzing the problem in depth in the first phase, thus initiating the process of awareness-raising and outreach to other agents. To do this, small ephemeral installations are used that allow ideas to be reproduced effectively, quickly and directly, and sometimes they use new technologies and social networks to achieve greater dissemination. Its conception is based on the basis that architecture and urban space, as inherent elements in the representation of society, are capable of reflecting the problems that exist and being used as a means to involve citizens.
Guys
Social protest architecture
It focuses on social problems derived from economic, cultural, gender inequalities, etc. Many of these proposals not only propose a solution to the problem, but also have recognizable features that allow them to draw attention to it and generate awareness in the population.
Krzysztof Wodiczko From 1980 onwards
With its instruments, projections, interactive architectures and vehicles it gives a voice to people who normally do not have one; immigrants, homeless people, veterans, etc. Using architectural elements and public space as support, it renews the relationship between them and pedestrians.[1].
Michael Rakowitz. ParaSite.
Different locations in the US. 1998 onwards.
Their inflatable architectures built with plastic bags are connected to the air vents of air conditioning units, taking advantage of the heat they expel to the street, with personalized designs for homeless people who are forced to live on the street.[2].