SQUARE HOUSE, ROUND HEART.
La Casa Cuadrada A.I.R. was born from a symbolic reflection on the architectural space we inhabit.
At the center of our house lies the patio—a square-shaped courtyard. This geometric form, composed of four straight lines, has traditionally symbolized containment, structure, and rigidity.
In Anglo-Saxon culture, the expression to be square refers to a conservative, rigid attitude—one that resists innovation or alternative thinking. Within this frame of reference, the notion of “square” embodies the normative: that which does not overflow, that which remains confined within boundaries.
However, La Casa Cuadrada subverts this logic: we transform the square into a space of openness, transgression, and freedom. Within these seemingly defined walls, a context emerges where norms are questioned and artistic creation becomes a tool for dialogue and social transformation.
SPACE.
La Casa Cuadrada A.I.R. is a stately building from 1850, located in the town of El Coronil, Seville. The house has been carefully restored to its original state, preserving its historical architecture and heritage value, while incorporating subtle decorative elements inspired by contemporary Nordic design.
After an extensive two-year renovation process, the space has been reimagined as a hybrid environment where the architectural and cultural authenticity of southern Spain engages in dialogue with contemporary artistic and aesthetic practices. The house features generous communal areas — including a living room, kitchen, two bathrooms, and two spacious patios — as well as five private rooms for resident artists.
ARTIST RESIDENCY.
Beyond providing a physical space, we offer active support as co-producers:
• Conceptual and visual guidance.
• Connection to local resources (materials and key people).
• Professional documentation in photography and video.
The projects developed at La Casa Cuadrada A.I.R. are nourished by the exchange between resident artists, local neighbors, collectives, institutions, and other cultural spaces. Through workshops, gatherings, exhibitions, and other forms of artistic mediation, we foster a creative ecosystem that supports both the professional development of artists and the strengthening of the local cultural fabric.
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Includes basic support and audiovisual documentation.(photography and video) of the artistic process.(4 hours of one-on-one assistance)
Conceptual guidance and reflection session, one-time, 2 hours.
Documentation of the process and audiovisual production, one-time, 2 hours.
€650 (30 days)
€450 (15 days)
With extended support and audiovisual documentation. (photography and video) of the artistic process.
(16 hours of one-on-one assistance)
Conceptual guidance and reflection: 2 hours per week.Documentation of the process and audiovisual production: 2 hours per week.
€1,500 (30 days)
€900 (15 days)
SCENERY.
El Coronil is a municipality in the province of Seville, located in the heart of Andalusia. The capital city, Seville, is just a 30-minute drive away, while other points of interest—such as Ronda (Málaga), the Sierra de Cádiz, and the famous White Villages—are approximately one hour away.
The region offers a rich geographical variety, including mountainous areas, beaches, dunes, pine forests, agricultural fields, and freshwater lakes, all easily accessible with short trips from the town.
The urban center of El Coronil features several historical buildings, most notably two castles and a well-preserved church. Its streets, together with the surrounding rural landscape, offer an ideal setting for artistic and cultural creation.
ARTIST.
APPLY TO RESIDENCY.
Introduce yourself as an artist, outline your expectations, and describe the potential project you would like to develop during your stay. This project may be situated at any stage of your artistic process (research, pre-production, production, or post-production), and should reflect on its relevance in relation to the context of La Casa Cuadrada. It is an open proposal, understood as something that may naturally evolve over time.
We ask that you reflect on how you would like to involve the local community—either directly or indirectly—in your artistic process, and why you believe a rural Andalusian setting can enrich your practice.
We kindly ask you to provide:
• A biography and updated CV.
• One representative work that reflects your recent artistic practice and is relevant to your current and/or future lines of inquiry. Please include a brief explanation of your choice.
• A preliminary proposal for a workshop, participatory action, or interactive exhibition that you would be willing to carry out during your stay, aimed at fostering engagement with the local community. Briefly describe the approach and your envisioned target group.
ABOUT US.
La Casa Cuadrada A.I.R. was founded through the personal and artistic drive of Lisa Marie Vlietstra — photographer and filmmaker from Amsterdam, who has been based in Andalusia for the past eight years. With a background in fine arts from the Gerrit Rietveld Academie and a master’s degree in Artistic Research from the Netherlands Film Academy, Vlietstra has developed a career at the intersection of visual arts, filmmaking, and cultural mediation. Her work has been showcased in numerous international festivals, exhibitions, and artist residencies.
CONTACT.