Excellence, quality and sustainability are at the core of this year’s showcase. A curated selection of 32 projects illustrates Alicante’s latest architectural achievements. The exhibition opened at the headquarters of the Alicante Regional Association of Architects and will remain on display through November 20, located at the CTAA center on Gabriel Miró square 2.
The displayed works represent a current snapshot of good architecture in Alicante. The exhibition references the impact of recent events on housing, green spaces, and health-oriented design, all framed by a new format that highlights social, economic, and environmental resilience. This aligns with the theme chosen for this year’s International Day of Architecture, which emphasizes architecture and urban planning as essential to people’s physical and mental well-being.
The jury, chaired by Enrique Abbot Monllor of the CTAA Culture Department and including Javier Esteban Garballo, a professor of architectural projects at the Zaragoza School of Architecture, along with Enrique Fernandez-Vivancos Gonzalez and Paula Franco Sanchez, selected the participating projects. Javier Garcia Solera Vera also contributed as an architect recommended by the participants. The diverse panel ensured a range of perspectives on the city’s evolving built environment.
On October 20 at 7:00 pm, several of the selected architects will present their projects in a public session at the CTAA. Presentations will follow a compact format featuring twenty slides of twenty seconds each, after which attendees will enjoy a savored moment to speak directly with the authors. This format invites the public to engage closely with the designs and hear the ideas behind them firsthand.
List of performances on October 20
- José Amorós Gonzálvez, Luis Rubiato Brotons and Patricia Navarro Mazón: Tourist apartment in Alicante
- José Amorós Gonzálvez, Luis Rubiato Brotons and Patricia Navarro Mazón: Representation module on an industrial site
- Giacomo Deluca and Sonia Rayos Sarabia: Construction of 42 flats for young people
- Flora Canovas Otony and Maria Luisa Ruiperez Garcia: Summer house for a large family
- Angel Luis Rocamora Ruiz: Faeneta 2.0
- Jose Luis Campos Rosique: New municipal sports pavilion and urbanization
- Javier Lorenzo Yanez Molina: Periscope, Alicante Tourism Office
- The real Baeza’s Procorus: Expansion of IES Montserrat Roig
- Francisco Oria Montalt: Chari House
- Angel Luis Rocamora Ruiz: New EYTE office showroom
- Angel Luis Rocamora Ruiz: New Veracruz offices
- Santiago Varela Bottle and Santiago Varela Rizo: Restoration of Torre Grosa, finishing and treatment of pedestrian walkways
- Antonio Maciá Mateu, Andrea Olivares López and David Martínez Rodríguez: Housing OM AH HUM
- Pablo Munoz Paya: Nakano
- Pablo Munoz Paya: Reform for Alejandro and Inma
These projects collectively highlight Alicante’s ongoing commitment to thoughtful design that supports healthy living, inclusivity, and sustainable urban growth. Visitors can expect a range of programs and visuals that connect architectural intent with everyday life, offering insights into how built environments influence health, mobility, and community well being. The CTAA event space serves as a bridge between designers and the public, inviting dialogue about how cities can evolve to meet modern needs while preserving cultural character and environmental responsibility.
Readers and attendees will leave with a clearer sense of how contemporary architecture can shape neighborhoods, spur economic vitality, and improve the quality of life for residents. The exhibition and its accompanying talks provide a platform for designers to share techniques, materials, and ideas that push the boundaries of conventional practice in Alicante and beyond. The event also demonstrates how urban planning, landscape design, and building science can converge to create healthier, more resilient communities.
As the city looks to the future, the works on display offer practical examples of innovative housing, public spaces, and civic facilities that respond to demographic changes and climate considerations. They underscore the premise that good architecture is not only about aesthetics but also about function, accessibility, and the ability to nurture well being at every scale—from individual homes to city-wide networks.
At the heart of the exhibition lies a shared belief: architecture that respects people and the environment can enhance daily life, foster social ties, and support sustainable growth. The CTAA’s October program invites residents and visitors to explore how thoughtful design translates into tangible benefits, and to engage with the architects who shape the city’s evolving landscape.
Attribution notes: information presented reflects the event’s catalog and organizers’ official communications. Citations are provided for context and to acknowledge the contributors and institutions involved in the project selections and program planning.