Latin American Enduring architecture Takes Center Stage in New IILA Publication
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A comprehensive new volume, “Latin America. Living in the contemporary world. Visions of Sustainable Architecture,” will be officially presented on Monday, October 27, 2025, offering a detailed examination of innovative architectural practices across the region.
The book, published by gangemi Editore and coordinated by the International Italian-Latin American Organization (IILA), isn’t simply a catalog of buildings, but a detailed manual documenting the evolution of 49 projects from all 20 IILA member countries. It represents a meaningful contribution to the discourse surrounding sustainable advancement and its implementation in a diverse cultural landscape.
A Unique Testimony to Regional Innovation
The publication stems from an exhibition held in 2024 at the Candido Portinari Gallery of the Brazilian Embassy in Rome, and expands upon that initial showcase with a dedicated digital platform – www.americalatinarchitettura.com – providing an immersive, multimedia experience for a global audience. According to a senior official,the volume offers “a unique testimony on contemporary sustainable architecture in Latin America.”
The presentation, scheduled for 12:00 PM in the Fanfani Room of the IILA in rome (via Giovanni Paisiello 24), will feature a distinguished panel of speakers. These include Antonella Cavallari, IILA General Secretary; Ligia Margarita Quessep, Ambassador of Colombia to Italy and President of IILA; a representative from CAF – Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean; Simone Cellitti, Managing Director of the Order of Architects, Landscape Planners and Conservationists of Rome and its province; Alessandra Criconia, Associate Professor at the University of Rome La Sapienza; and Paola Pisanelli Black, author of the volume, alongside contributions from participating Latin American architects.
Beyond Aesthetics: A Focus on Holistic design
The research highlights how architecture in Latin America is increasingly attentive to the habitat, social context, and local cultures. the projects analyzed demonstrate a commitment to sustainable development models through the utilization of natural materials, the revival of traditional techniques, and a focus on social inclusion and the preservation of regional identities.
The volume is available in Italian, Spanish, and English, reflecting its ambition to reach a broad international readership. It meticulously documents each project, tracing its development from initial design concepts to its integration within the surrounding landscape. One analyst noted that this approach moves beyond superficial aesthetics, emphasizing the practical application of sustainable principles.
News Report Summary:
Why: The International Italian-Latin American Organization (IILA) is publishing and presenting a new book, “Latin America. Living in the contemporary world. Visions of sustainable Architecture,” to showcase innovative and sustainable architectural practices across Latin America.
Who: The book was coordinated by the IILA and published by Gangemi editore. Key figures involved in the presentation include Antonella Cavallari, Ligia Margarita Quessep, representatives from CAF, Simone Cellitti, Alessandra Criconia, and Paola Pisanelli Black, along with participating Latin American architects.
What: The book details 49 sustainable architecture projects from all 20 IILA member countries, emphasizing environmental duty, social context, and local cultures. It expands on a 2024 exhibition and is accompanied by a digital platform, www.americalatinarchitettura.com.
How did it end?: The book will be officially presented on October 27, 2025, at
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