On June 11th, FOOTDISTRICT and Nike ACG, in collaboration with OCEAN52 and with the participation of ESDi, hosted the fourth edition of TERRA PROJECT.
Held at the inspiring venue Segundo Espacio, the event offered a deep dive into a new way of connecting with nature—an essential step toward understanding and protecting it. From the very beginning, the atmosphere was charged with vibrant energy—a mix of curiosity and passion that brought together people from a wide range of fields. Design enthusiasts, sustainability professionals, artists, and inquisitive minds came together to rethink the world around us.
TERRA PROJECT is an initiative that, across its first three editions, has taken us to diverse natural settings—from towering mountains to the depths of the ocean. It has served as a constant call to explore and protect nature, to traverse its landscapes and discover spaces that inspire transformation. This fourth edition, concentrated into a single day, took place at Segundo Espacio—a venue designed by FOOTDISTRICT specifically to cultivate ideas and connect communities.
It was a day full of energy and sensations—a space to pause, observe, and question. One key question floated in the air: what does it mean to create with awareness in a constantly evolving world? The talks and workshops became dynamic forums where urgent ideas intertwined, and individual voices found resonance within the collective. The event encouraged us to open new paths for relating to our environment—to imagine new ways of dressing, producing, and caring. It was, without a doubt, a day to sow possibilities and to witness the seamless interplay of theory and practice.
Awakening Consciousness and Creativity
The day was shaped by activities that stimulated both the mind and the hands. Eme Rock, educator and co-founder of Makeo.top, led us through “Cripsis Textil”, a captivating talk that explored the tensions between fashion and sustainability. From the impact of synthetic fabrics to the challenges of recycling, Eme guided us through the life cycle of materials, opening our eyes to new ideas of transformation. His perspective on camouflage as an evolutionary strategy—one that has influenced textiles from World War I to contemporary fashion—was fascinating, showing how patterns originally designed to conceal now urge us to reveal deeper environmental awareness. The audience’s participation, through questions and reflections, greatly enriched the discussion.
Hands-On: Workshops That Connect
Creativity bloomed during the workshops. The “Azul Marino WORKSHOP”, led by artist Nicasio Torres, combined his perspective as both engineer and artist. Nicasio challenged us to transform white garments into camouflage uniforms inspired by the marine environment. After analyzing the colors, textures, and forms of the surrounding landscape, we created new patterns that engaged in dialogue with nature. The goal wasn’t to hide, but to integrate—seeking visual harmony with the ocean. It was a tangible way to translate what we had learned about sustainability and aesthetic perception into fabric. The energy in the room was contagious, with every participant immersed in their creation.
Finally, Lourdes Rosés introduced us to the fascinating “Gyotaku WORKSHOP”. With her deep connection to the creative process, Lourdes guided us through this Japanese art technique rooted in the traditions of Japanese fishermen. The direct imprint of the fish’s body on paper, using non-toxic inks, became a unique artwork that blended gesture, memory, and nature. Seeing participants fully absorbed in exploring this ancestral technique was yet another testament to the joy and active engagement that defined TERRA PROJECT.
It was a day of connection, and we left with the sense that something new had been planted—in both our minds and our hearts—ready to shape the future.