Mariana Pestana appointed Chief Curator at MAC/CCB
Mariana Pestana, a distinguished architect, researcher at the Interactive Technologies Institute, and Invited Assistant Professor at Instituto Superior Técnico, has been appointed as the Chief Curator of the Architecture Centre at MAC/CCB Museu de Arte Contemporânea in Lisbon. This prestigious appointment comes after a competitive selection process, where Pestana’s innovative curatorial proposal stood out among 25 candidates.
With a background in architecture from the Universidade do Porto and a PhD in architectural design from the Bartlett School of Architecture in London, Mariana Pestana has showcased her work at the Venice Architecture Biennale twice and has curated the fifth Istanbul Design Biennial. Her rich international experience and bold curatorial approach were key factors in securing her position.
Starting from March 1, 2024, Mariana Pestana will serve a four-year term in her role. The selection process, conducted by the CCB board of directors, favoured Mariana Pestana’s project for its quality and innovation in curatorial and programming proposals within the field of architecture.
Born in Viseu in 1982, Mariana Pestana is not only an accomplished architect and curator but also an Invited Assistant Professor at Instituto Superior Técnico and a researcher at the Interactive Technologies Institute. Furthermore, she serves as the coordinator of art and culture for the European project Bauhaus of the Seas Sails, implementing cultural initiatives across 7 coastal cities aimed at redefining their connection with aquatic ecosystems, encompassing rivers, lagoons, and the sea.
The Interactive Technologies Institute congratulates Mariana Pestana on this remarkable achievement and looks forward to the impact she will make in her new role at the heart of Lisbon’s vibrant cultural scene.
