Looking for partners/consortium for EU Projects on Ecological Transition and Social Innovation – Spanish architectural and urban design studio specialising in sustainable, inclusive, and regenerative design.

Summary

Profile Type

Technology offer

POD Reference

TOES20240902011

Term of Validity

14 October 2024 - 14 October 2025

Company's Country

Spain

Type of partnership

Research and development cooperation agreement

Targeted Countries

All countries

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Short Summary

A leading architectural and urban design studio based in Spain seeks partners for European projects focused on sustainable development, ecological transition, and social innovation related to urban spaces.

The firm, recognised for its award-winning work, employs advanced methods of Collaborative Governance and Socioecological Design.

They aim to collaborate on initiatives that enhance inclusive urban spaces, eco-efficient spatial and building practices, and user-centered innovation processes.

Full Description

The Spanish SME, founded in 2006 and based in Madrid and Bilbao, is expanding internationally with a presence also in Lima, Peru.
The team, composed entirely of women architects, focuses on creating sustainable, inclusive, and regenerative environments.

Their expertise lies in designing innovative spaces, processes, and services that facilitate ecological, social, and economic transitions in urban settings. The studio's work has been recognised with prestigious awards from Arquia Próxima, the Caribbean Architecture Biennial, the Santo Domingo Architecture Biennial, and the Holcim Awards Foundation (among others), and has been showcased at international venues such as the Venice Architecture Biennale, New York MoMA, the Shenzhen Architecture Biennale, and more.

KEY AREAS OF EXPERTISE:

1. Urban Innovation: Project Design and Management
The SME designs urban spaces ranging from tactical urbanism interventions to full-scale public space projects. They employ ecological principles and citizen participation tools to create sustainable and inclusive cities and public areas. Examples include strategic urban regeneration plans, co-design processes for urban uses and actions, and the execution of public spaces.

2. Urban Innovation: Strategy Consultancy
Offering services in social and business innovation, the studio collaborates with public and private entities to ideate and design spaces, content, and programmes related to social innovation, cultural management, collaboration, and inclusion. They facilitate open innovation processes and collective decision-making for diverse audiences.

3. Pedagogy:
Committed to education on architecture and urbanism, the studio collaborates with academic and educational institutions to deliver training programmes on urban planning, architecture, design, co-education, and social innovation. They develop both in-person and online learning modules.

4. Architecture Design and Building:
Specialising in sustainable building projects, the firm undertakes new construction, renovation, and refurbishment projects that align with eco-efficient construction principles and bio-construction methods. This approach involves collaborative processes with users to create spaces that enhance environmental conditions, health, comfort, and energy efficiency.

Advantages and Innovations

• Innovative methodologies: The studio uses creative design methodologies like design thinking, service design, and change theory to involve diverse stakeholders. This inclusive approach ensures that projects are contextually relevant, sustainable, and tailored to local needs.

• Multidisciplinary collaboration: Working with a network of experts, including social innovators, cultural managers, and academic and public institutions, the studio integrates diverse perspectives, fostering innovation and effective problem-solving. They involve professionals and experts in design and artistic practices, inclusivity, sociology, ecology and its economy, and participatory urban dynamics. Their involvement in networks like SANNAS.eu, EspacioUcrania.com, Wikitoki, and Asociación Zoohaus enhances their impact in sustainable architecture.

• Triple Bottom Line impact: The studio is committed to positive environmental, social, and economic outcomes. They incorporate eco-efficient designs, sustainable materials, and climate-adaptive landscaping, reducing resource use, boosting energy efficiency, and promoting social equity through collaborative environments.

• Inclusive, user-centred design: By focusing on user needs, the studio creates spaces that are inclusive, accessible, and functional, enhancing social cohesion and well-being. This approach ensures that public spaces are welcoming and effective for all.

• Eco-efficiency and bio-construction: Expertise in eco-efficient building and bio-construction reduces environmental impact. Their designs improve air quality, natural light, and energy efficiency, aligning with sustainable urbanism principles.

• Proven track record: With international awards, the studio is recognised for its innovative, high-quality sustainable architecture and urban design. Their projects successfully combine aesthetic appeal with ecological and social responsibility, showing their capability to lead impactful initiatives.

Stage of Development

Already on the market

Sustainable Development Goals

Goal 17: Partnerships to achieve the Goal
Goal 15: Life on Land
Goal 5: Gender Equality
Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
Goal 1: No Poverty
Goal 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
Goal 10: Reduced Inequality
Goal 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
Goal 3: Good Health and Well-being

IPR status

Secret know-how

Partner Sought

Expected Role of a Partner

The Spanish SME is looking for partners to join consortia for European funding calls related to sustainable urban development, ecological transition, and social innovation, such as the New European Bauhaus, Horizon Europe, and LIFE, among others.
They are open to participating in a variety of European funding programmes, including but not limited to, those aligned with sustainability, cultural innovation, urban resilience, and social impact.

They are particularly interested in collaborating with organisations that are either leading project consortia or are part of consortia looking to expand and include additional partners.

Ideal partners include coordinators or consortium members who have project ideas related to sustainable architecture, urban regeneration, participative governance, socio ecological design, climate adaptation, energy efficiency, and inclusive public spaces.
They are particularly interested in partners and projects which value innovation, ecological sustainability, and social inclusion.

The Spanish studio can bring significant value through its expertise in ecological architecture, creative consultancy, and citizen-centred design processes.
Their role could involve contributing to the conceptual development, design, and implementation of project deliverables, as well as facilitating collaborative design processes, engaging stakeholders, and promoting innovative solutions that integrate environmental, social, and economic sustainability.

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