Marisa Garcia Vergara

Marisa Garcia Vergara is a Serra Húnter Professor at the University of Girona, affiliated with the Department of Architecture and Construction Engineering in the School of Engineering. Her expertise lies in architectural theory and the history of 20th-century art and architecture. She is co-responsible for the Research Group in Architecture and Territory, focusing on the interplay between tourism, culture, and architectural heritage.

Research Interests: Her scholarly work centers on avant-garde art movements, modernist architecture, and the cultural construction of landscapes. She has published extensively on figures such as Antoni Gaudí, Joaquim Torres García, and Georges Bataille, exploring the philosophical and artistic dimensions of architectural form. Her research also investigates how tourism shapes contemporary urban and coastal environments.

Publications and Research Trends: The analysis of her recent works reveals a consistent focus on the intersections of art, architecture, and cultural identity. Themes include modernist experimentation, heritage interpretation, and the symbolic role of architecture in society. Her publications span books, exhibition catalogues, and journal articles, reflecting a multidisciplinary approach grounded in historical and theoretical inquiry.

Scientific Contributions:

• Author of Georges Bataille y la parte del arte (2013)
• Co-editor of New Scenarios for the Touristic European Maritime Coast (2014)
• Contributor to major exhibition catalogues at MNCARS, CCCB, and COAC
• Prolific writer in journals such as Concreta, Casabella, and Arquitectura Viva

Advising and Grants: While no formal students are listed, her leadership in research projects and co-responsibility of a research group indicate active mentorship and project management. She has participated in multiple research projects related to architectural heritage, urban development, and cultural tourism, likely involving funding and collaborative grants.

Labs and Teams: She is co-responsible for the Research Group in Architecture and Territory, which conducts interdisciplinary studies on tourism’s impact on architectural landscapes and heritage. The group has produced significant publications and organized international seminars, establishing a strong regional and academic presence.