Art & Design Residency ‘Radical Waters – Concrete Matters’
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For artists, designers, architects and collectives who are interested in sustainable design practices. Applications will only be accepted in English.
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The ‘Radical Waters – Concrete Matters’ residency programme grants support for collaborative art and science projects.
We are looking for prototype research projects spanning disciplines such as design, textiles, architecture, aquaculture, and more. These projects should foster innovative approaches that blur the lines between marine resources and urban design while promoting ecological awareness and locally grounded creative solutions, focusing on the bioregion Mar da Palha (Tagus River).
This initiative, promoted by the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation and the Lisbon Municipality, is part of the “Bauhaus of the Seas Sails” pilot project, funded by the Horizon Europe Programme.
Eligibility requirements
The submitted project should span three months and be carried out between July 1st and December 1st, 2024. While the exact starting date will be determined upon successful acceptance into the program, applicants must specify their preferred work schedule and approach in the application form.
Expected outcomes
During the residency period in 2024 the selected project is expected to:
Grant Conditions
Accommodation is not included, but exceptions may apply.
How to apply?
Please note that not all residency and research locations are accessible to reduced mobility. For inquiries about accessibility or other topics, please contact us through this form.