TBILISI UNFOLDING - Lecture by Sarah Cowles, Q&A by Peter Culley; Photo Exhibition - Barrie Hullegie

Ubani — Tbilisi Cityscape Research Center, Ruderal, and IERI are joining forces to host an event in Tbilisi called "Tbilisi, unfolding".

 

The upcoming event in Ubani’s public program showcases Ruderal's projects in Tbilisi that create a fresh ecological vision amid rapid urban changes, operating in different scales and demonstrating a flexible way to understand nature in the city. The exhibition by Dutch photographer Barrie Hullegie further portrays this narrative in the context of the city.

 

Sarah Cowles, Director of Ruderal, will present two recent landscape architecture projects in Tbilisi: Arsenal Oasis and the Tbilisi Urban Forest. Tbilisi Urban Forest is a biodiverse palette of native and climate-adapted species to replace aging pine forests which is a crucial effort to preserve the landscape of the city. These works exemplify a new ecological unfolding in the context of this rapidly changing city. The Tbilisi Urban Forest by Ruderal is a nominee for the 2024 European Union Prize for Contemporary Architecture – Mies van der Rohe Awards (EUmies Awards), a prize honoring the best works in the built environment. The lecture will be followed by a Q&A session with London-based architect Peter Culley, the founder of the Spatial Affairs Bureau.

 

The photo exhibition by Dutch photographer Barrie Hulligie's photography will be on display at an upcoming event. In collaboration with IERI Store He has captured the essence of Tbilisi blooming urban forests. These young forests, planted just a few years ago, symbolize all that is youthful and forward-thinking within an ancient city. Initiatives like Ruderal are establishing a contemporary landscape architecture culture, preserving and enhancing Georgia's unique landscapes, while endeavors such as IERI Store embody the true spirit of Georgia, blending modernity with deep-rooted cultural traditions and the natural beauty celebrated by Georgian artisans.

Event is curated by Nata Tatunashvili co-founder of Ubani and founder of NWDS office.