Design a Sustainable Tomorrow

by creating links and value between Landscape, Architectural Heritage, traditional activities and social habits while introducing a sustainable contemporary way of life

by creating links and value between Landscape, Architectural Heritage, traditional activities and social habits

while introducing a sustainable contemporary way of life

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Jiu Xian Garden Village
Past project located in Jiu Xian, China, on the subjects of: Community & Cultural Commitment; Integrative Urbanism; Arts & Culture
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Castelnau des Fieumarcon
Ongoing project located in Lagarde, South-West France, on the subjects of: Sustainable Restoration on Historical; Context & Growth; Sustainable Tourism Development; Arts & Culture
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Palácio Belmonte
Past project located in Lisbon, Portugal, on the subjects of: Sustainable Restoration; Historical Context & Growth; Integrative Urbanism; Sustainable Tourism Development; Arts & Culture
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Bairro Destino
Past project located in Lisbon, Portugal, on the subjects of: Sustainable Restoration on Historical Context & Growth; Integrative Urbanism; Sustainable Tourism Development; Arts & Culture
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Setúbal 2015
Past project located in Setúbal, Portugal, on the subjects of: Sustainable Restoration; Historical Context & Growth; Integrative Urbanism; Community & Cultural Commitment; Economic Transformation Focus; Sustainable Tourism Development
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Rostov Port Street
Past project located in Rostov, Russia, on the subjects of: Sustainable Restoration; Historical Context & Growth; Integrative Urbanism; Community & Cultural Commitment; Economic Transformation Focus
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Ecovila d’Ezammour Al Jadida
Past project located in Morocco, on the subjects of: Sustainable Restoration on Historical Context & Growth; Integrative Urbanism; Community & Cultural Commitment; Economic Transformation Focus
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Ban Song Community & School
Past project located in Ban Song, Thailand, on the subjects of: Community & Cultural Commitment; Integrative Urbanism
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Ecovila Vale de Caparide
Past project located in Cascais, Portugal, on the subjects of: Integrative Urbanism; Sustainable Tourism Development; Community & Cultural Commitment; Economic Transformation Focus
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Current ongoing projects in Portugal and South-West France.

“To restore, preserve, protect, and enhance endangered cultural landscapes worldwide. Through conservation, collaboration, education, and innovative solutions, we empower communities to become stewards of their cultural heritage and natural environments.”

Our members work hand-in-hand with local communities and governments on impactful initiatives that are transforming neglected areas.

"Through international initiatives and diverse sustainable development projects worldwide, the significance of local action within a global context is underscored. These efforts showcase the principles of sustainable development and highlight the power of grassroots initiatives in driving positive change”

DaST’s project geolocation history throughout the past 50+ years.

our purpose

We are dedicated to making sure that unique places like Torrão are not only preserved but also improved. Our goal is to help the cultural and natural landscape of this places thrive while supporting its local community development. We do this through teamwork, awareness and creative ideas.

our vision

We envision a world where unique natural and cultural places work well with local communities, allowing both to grow and succeed together.

our mission

We want to restore and protect special cultural landscapes as Torrão, in Portugal and around the world. This means working together, using smart design, and awareness raising so that local communities can take care of their cultural and natural heritage.

Frederic Coustols

Founder & Mentor of DaST Foundation

Torrão. The Art of Being

Convento da Terra, Arts & Culture programme

Convento da Terra shares year round events where artists and changemakers from the village of Torrão, as from around the world, come together to share a new way of experiencing rural sustainable territories.

Follow the full agenda and activities by clicking below, and become part of this community and movement to experience a destination like no other.

"Convento da Terra stands as a beacon of cultural regeneration, with a diversity of cultural spaces responsible for regenerating and revitalizing the village of Torrão. Through the cultural initiatives designed by DaST we empower individuals to engage with their heritage, express their creativity, and contribute to the vibrant tapestry of our community"

working on challenges together

apply your skills to produce real world change and forge relationships by collaborating within multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams

Current member backgrounds include architecture, planning, computer science, creative design, communication, arts & culture, policy making, landscape architecture, and more

community & cultural commitment

"As we navigate the complexities of sustainability, one thing remains clear: collective action is paramount. Our journey towards a more sustainable future requires the concerted efforts of individuals, communities, and organizations working together towards a common goal, as DaST"

This is where DaST comes in. As a collaborative platform of DaSTers united for change, Foundation DaST brings together individuals and organizations committed to building a sustainable tomorrow for Torrão and beyond. By joining DaST, you become part of a global network of changemakers, working together to drive positive transformation in our communities and our world.

We invite you to join us in this collective endeavor. Together, we can chart a new course towards a more sustainable and equitable future. Together, we can empower change agents, unite forces, and build a brighter tomorrow for generations to come.

United for a sustainable vision of life