561 research outputs found
Le composizioni lineari di Gianugo Polesello e i limiti della città . Casi studio : Danzica (1989), Napoli (1990), Milano (1991), Venezia (1992-'93)
No full textBuilding Techniques and Environmental Stewardship of the First Indigenous Peoples of South Africa
No full text[EN] This paper examines the construction techniques applied to self-built houses in the village of Zaaimanshoek, located in the remote Baviaanskloof, a valley in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa. The village and dwellings were the main subject of a research project led by Prof. Magda Minguzzi in collaboration with First Nations leaders, staff, and students at Nelson Mandela University. It examines how traditional construction techniques, still practised by the First Nations People, prioritise low embodied energy in construction, material reuse, and a deep respect for environmental balance. These practices not only address environmental challenges but also preserve cultural heritage, laying a sustainable foundation for future generations. There is an inseparable link between construction, culture, and ecology, illustrating how architecture can serve as a living record of cultural heritage. Through community-driven methodologies and knowledge-sharing, the study documents the continued relevance of these practices, fostering a sense of belonging and continuity within the community. This paper further explores the value of Indigenous Knowledge Systems in the built environment and their ongoing role in sustainable construction. By safeguarding these techniques and recognising their contributions, the research supports both cultural preservation and environmental stewardship. The study also presents a detailed technical analysis of these construction methods, emphasising their structural integrity, efficiency, and adaptability for contemporary use. These techniques have been passed down through generations; they minimise waste, maintain environmental balance, and offer valuable insights for sustainable architectural practices. Preserving these skills is essential for protecting cultural heritage and advancing environmentally responsible building solutions that reduce the environmental impact of modern construction. This work is based on the research supported by the National Research Foundation of South Africa (2021) (Grant Number: 116254). 2022Vernacular Architecture Group-UK. 2023-24- Oxford Brookes University, School of Architecture- Endangered Wooden Architecture Programme-Funds. Grant EWAP2008SG.Vosloo, L.;Minguzzi, M. (2025). Building Techniques and Environmental Stewardship of the First Indigenous Peoples of South Africa. En Editorial Universitat Politècnica de València, HERITAGE 2025 - International Conference on Earthen and Vernacular Heritage: Conservation, Adaptive Reuse and Urban Regeneration (pp. 177-182). https://doi.org/10.4995/HERITAGE2025.2025.19427OCS17718
Documenting and Studying the First Indigenous Peoples of South Africa’s Villages and Dwellings in Baviaanskloof, Applying an Indigenous Methodology
No full text[EN] This contribution will speak about a research project developed at the Nelson Mandela University, School of Architecture, with the aim to document, study, and raise awareness of Indigenous villages and their wattle and daub dwellings. These dwellings, which had never been studied before, are examples of vernacular architecture and are located in a remote area of the Eastern Cape province of South Africa. The Indigenous knowledge system applied to building these structures has been passed down from generation to generation from pre-colonial times up to the present. This being the case despite the long history of the First Indigenous Peoples’ – the San and Khoikhoi – displacement from their territory and forced removal from their homes, which started with the arrival of the settler colonisers. The project, which started in 2021 and is currently in progress, is conducted in collaboration with a team of Chiefs and community members of the San and Khoikhoi peoples. The research methodology in use has its foundations in the holistic Indigenous worldview. This ethically sound process is rooted in principles of mutual trust and accountability, respect for each other’s views and cooperation in the research decision process, reciprocal knowledge product appropriation, and use of Indigenous protocols toward the right of Indigenous Peoples to retain full control of their knowledge. The core phases of the research project and the methods applied will be discussed with a specific focus on the relationship and involvement with the First Indigenous Leaders and community members in the process of investigation.This work is based on the research supported by the National Research Foundation of South Africa (Grant Numbers: 116254); Vernacular Architecture Group; EWAP-Oxford Brookes University (Grant Number: SM2008).Minguzzi, M. (2025). Documenting and Studying the First Indigenous Peoples of South Africa’s Villages and Dwellings in Baviaanskloof, Applying an Indigenous Methodology. En Editorial Universitat Politècnica de València, HERITAGE 2025 - International Conference on Earthen and Vernacular Heritage: Conservation, Adaptive Reuse and Urban Regeneration (pp. 49-56). https://doi.org/10.4995/HERITAGE2025.2025.19381OCS495
SIMONE DE BEAUVOIR, UNA LECTURA TRANSMODERNA
No full textFraming it in her own memories and from a personal prism, Magda initially approaches the figure of Beauvoir considering the author in the autobiography of her work, and dwelling on her relationships and the tandem formed with Sartre. Once the person is considered, Magda turns to the author, entering into a discussion of "The Second Sex", and critically reviewing many of the positions adopted by Beauvoir in this work. Lastly, Magda analyzes the situation of a “transmodern feminism” examining its link with movements such as Existentialism and highlighting the challenges that still remain today regarding the conceptions that shape the image of women.Enmarcándola en sus propios recuerdos y desde un prisma personal, Magda se acerca inicialmente a la figura de Beauvoir considerando a la autora en lo autobiográfico de su obra, y deteniéndose en sus relaciones y en el tándem formado con Sartre. Una vez considerada la persona, Magda se vuelve hacia la autora adentrándose en una discusión de “El Segundo Sexo”, y repasando críticamente muchos de los posicionamientos adoptados por Beauvoir en esta obra. En último lugar, Magda analiza la situación de un “feminismo transmoderno” examinando su vinculación con movimientos como el Existencialismo y subrayando los retos que hoy en día siguen pendientes en torno a las concepciones que configuran la imagen de mujer.
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Framing it in her own memories and from a personal prism, Magda initially approaches the figure of Beauvoir considering the author in the autobiography of her work, and dwelling on her relationships and the tandem formed with Sartre. Once the person is considered, Magda turns to the author, entering into a discussion of "The Second Sex", and critically reviewing many of the positions adopted by Beauvoir in this work. Lastly, Magda analyzes the situation of a “transmodern feminism” examining its link with movements such as Existentialism and highlighting the challenges that still remain today regarding the conceptions that shape the image of women
Architectural Memory: Créole Houses as Living Monuments in Port Louis, Mauritius
No full text[EN] This study examines the vernacular architecture of Port Louis in Mauritius island through Créole houses. These houses development because the early architecture of the French colony on the island was not adequately adapted to tropical climate and material resources. Over centuries, the Créole houses have adjusted to the local materials, economy, climate, and culture of the island. The enslaved who were the primary builders of these houses, contributed immensely to the vernacular adaptations. Yet, Créole houses remain understudied despite representing an architectural heritage which links Mauritius to the global network of the French empire and to Africa and Asia. The study seeks to catalogue Créole houses through an examination of their architectural elements, typologies, and craftsmanship. Using archival research, field surveys, and oral histories, this research sheds light on how the enslaved adapted colonial design principles, through their Indigenous Knowledge Systems, to create structures suited to the tropics. One of the research outputs for this study is the first definition of Créole houses in Kreol Morisien. This study will not only provide a visual but also a local architectural vocabulary in Kreol Morisien and contribute to the broader discourse on the preservation of vernacular heritage in postcolonial contexts of the Global South. In doing so, it will advocate for a reimagination of heritage practices to integrate local expertise to ensure the survival of Créole houses as vital components of the cultural landscape of Mauritius.Jeewa, K.;Minguzzi, M. (2025). Architectural Memory: Créole Houses as Living Monuments in Port Louis, Mauritius. En Editorial Universitat Politècnica de València, HERITAGE 2025 - International Conference on Earthen and Vernacular Heritage: Conservation, Adaptive Reuse and Urban Regeneration (pp. 1-8). https://doi.org/10.4995/HERITAGE2025.2025.19546OCS1
The Spirit Of Water
No full textThis book describes a research project begun by the author in 2015 and co-authored by the chiefs of the KhoiSan peoples living in the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality, South Africa, aided by staff and students at Nelson Mandela University. The scope of the project was to investigate methods and procedures that could help re-establish the link between the Indigenous communities and their ‘forgotten’ heritage sites due to the colonial segregations. Making use of a participatory and interdisciplinary method we explored the tangible and intangible heritage of the Eastern Cape province, with particular attention to the remains of precolonial fish traps located along the shoreline. Included also are important testimonies from the KhoiSan chiefs who, alongside the author, led the project
Awareness of the imminent end: Magda Isanos - 100 years after her birth
No full textIn 2016 is celebrating 100 years from the birth day of Magda Isanos, a Romanian lawyer, novelist, poet and publicist . The author proposes in article a brief biography related to the literary activity of the poet, novelist and journalist. It also presents Magda Isanos’s works in the collections of USARB Scientific Library
Company SIA "Magda Forte" products promotional opportunities in foreign market
No full textBakalaura darbā „Uzņēmuma SIA „Magda Forte” produkcijas virzīšanas iespējas ārvalstu tirgū” ir izveidota produkta virzīšanas iespējas Norvēģijas tirgū, izmantojot mārketinga komunikāciju paņēmienus.
Bakalaura darbs sastāv no sešām nodaļām. Pirmajās trijās nodaļās tiek sniegts ieskats teorētiskajos aspektos, apskatot, kas ir produkta virzīšana tirgū, kāda ir reklāma un tās nozīme, kas ir eksportu veicinošie faktori, kāda ir Latvijas Investīciju un attīstības aģentūras loma. Ceturtajā nodaļā darba autore veic apskatu par uzņēmumu SIA „Magda Forte” līdzšinējo darbību un tā produkciju. Piektajā nodaļā aprakstīts Norvēģijas kokmateriālu tirgus. Visbeidzot sestajā nodaļā tiks apskatītas Uzņēmuma SIA „Magda Forte” produkcijas eksporta iespējas uz Norvēģiju, kā arī piedāvātas alternatīvas eksporta iespējās, sniegti ieteikumi, kas uzņēmumam būtu jāveic, lai veiksmīgāk iekļūtu Norvēģijas tirgū.
Darba rezultātā izstrādātas uzņēmuma SIA „Magda Forte” produkcijas eksporta iespējas uz NorvēģijuThesis consists of six chapters. The first three chapters are given insight into the theoretical aspects. Looking at what is the product promotion, advertising and what is its role in the export of contributing factors as well as deals with the Latvian Investment and Development Agency. In the fourth chapter, the author carried out an overview of the company SIA „Magda Forte” and the output current activity. The fifth chapter Norwegian wood products market research. Finally, the sixth chapter examines the company SIA „Magda Forte” production for exports to Norway, and what alternatives there are for export opportunities that the company should do for connection with the entry into the Norwegian market.
Result of the work developed in the company SIA „Magda Forte” production for exports to Norway, as well as alternatives to entering the Norwegian market.
Content of the paper is 90 pages including 10 pictures, 7 tables and 4 appendixes
Comics by Magda Dulčić
No full textOvaj diplomski rad se fokusira na analizu strip opusa, stvaralačkih faza i umjetničkog izraza Magde Dulčić (1965. – 2016. g.), te njen autorski značaj i podstrek u okvirima razvojne perspektive nacionalnog stripa. Na tragu invencija koje unosi grupa Novi kvadrat, a u suradnji s njihovim pripadnikom, Krešimirom Zimonićem, Magda Dulčić od 1985. g. kreira mnoštvo stripova za fanzine, omladinsku štampu, dnevne novine, strip magazine i dječje časopise. Njeni radovi objavljivani su na stranicama Lucifera, Kurir, Patka, Vidika, Poleta, Večernjeg lista, Flita, Comicona, Modre laste, Arkzina, Prvog izbora i Oblutka. Svojom autentičnom poetikom izraza se izdvaja kao jedna je od prvih relevantnih autorica na strip sceni. Prepoznali su to i njeni kolege, kritičari popularne kulture i povjesničari umjetnosti, stoga je 1988. godine nagrađena za strip inovaciju na 4. Salonu jugoslavenskog stripa u Vinkovcima. Iduća etapa u karijeri je kolaboracija sa suprugom Zvonkom Todorovskim, unutar multimedijalne grupe Divlje oko, gdje plasiraju stripove namijenjene galerijskom gledanju, a u izrazu Magda Dulčić pokazuje rezolutnu nadogradnju stila. Istovremeno, ostvaruje ciklus stripova za djecu u kojima pokazuje koherentan i jasan izričaj, suptilnih intervencija i eksperimenata. U posljednjim samostalnim stripovima, autorica ostvaruje djela lirskih, intimnih i intuitivnih preokupacija.This thesis focuses on the analysis of comics, creative phases and versatile artistic expression of Magda Dulčić (1965-2016), and her outstanding significance within the development of Croatian national comics. The multi-facetness of artistic interest is the main characteristic of Magda Dulčić as an artist, which makes her opus an intriguing subject for analysis. Following the inventions introduced by the group Novi kvadrat, and under the auspices of their member, Krešimir Zimonić, Magda Dulčić has been, since the early 1980's, creating many comics for fanzines, youth press, daily newspapers, comic magazines and children's magazines. Her comics can be found on the pages of Lucifer, Kurir, Patak, Vidici, Polet, Večernji list, Flit, Comicon, Modra lasta, Arkzin, Prvi izbor and Oblutak. The comics created by Magda Dulčić have an easily recognized style and characteristic formal elements. With her authentic poetics of expression, she stands out as one of the first relevant female authors on the comic art scene. Her colleagues, critics of popular culture and art historians also recognized this, so in 1988 she was awarded for comic innovation at the 4th Salon of Yugoslav Comics in Vinkovci. The next stage in her career was a collaboration with her husband, Zvonko Todorovski, within the multimedia group Divlje oko, where they created comics intended for gallery viewing. Regarding her expression, Magda Dulčić shows a more resolute change of style, thematically, visually and technically more complex. At the same time, she creates a cycle of comics for children in which she shows coherent and clear expressions, subtle interventions and experiments. In her latest independent comics, from 2010 until 2016, the author created works in which she displayed lyrical, intimate and intuitive preoccupations
The Spirit Of Water
No full textThis book describes a research project begun by the author in 2015 and co-authored by the chiefs of the KhoiSan peoples living in the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality, South Africa, aided by staff and students at Nelson Mandela University. The scope of the project was to investigate methods and procedures that could help re-establish the link between the Indigenous communities and their ‘forgotten’ heritage sites due to the colonial segregations. Making use of a participatory and interdisciplinary method we explored the tangible and intangible heritage of the Eastern Cape province, with particular attention to the remains of precolonial fish traps located along the shoreline. Included also are important testimonies from the KhoiSan chiefs who, alongside the author, led the project
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