Access Conditions Becoming. Architectures for a Planet in Transition

ORGANIZING ENTITY IDENTIFICATION

The exhibition Becoming. Architectures for a Planet in Transition is organized within the framework of the UIA 2026 Barcelona World Congress of Architects by the Higher Council of the Colleges of Architects of Spain (CSCAE) (hereinafter, the “Organizing Entity”).

The Higher Council of the Colleges of Architects of Spain (CSCAE) is a Public Law Corporation governed by Royal Decree 129/2018 of 16 March, approving the General Statutes of the Colleges of Architects and their Higher Council.

Its identification details are as follows:

• Name: Higher Council of the Colleges of Architects of Spain (CSCAE)
• Tax ID (CIF): Q-2875019-H
• Registered Office: Paseo de la Castellana, 12, 4th Floor, 28046 Madrid (Spain)
• Telephone: +34 914 352 200
• Email: protecciondatos@cscae.com
• Official Website: www.uia2026bcn.org

The Organizing Entity is responsible for managing the exhibition and for processing any personal data collected in connection with access to, participation in, and activities related to the exhibition, in accordance with applicable regulations and the corresponding Privacy Policy.

SCOPE OF APPLICATION

Access to the exhibition is subject to these Access Conditions. All visitors are advised to read them carefully before completing registration and entering the venue.

These Access Conditions govern admission, attendance, and participation in the exhibition Becoming. Architectures for a Planet in Transition, organized within the framework of the UIA 2026 Barcelona World Congress of Architects and located at Les Tres Xemeneies in Sant Adrià de Besòs, as well as any activities, events, and programs associated with the exhibition.

These Conditions apply to:

1. a) Visitors and users of the exhibition.
   b) Any person or group authorized to use the exhibition spaces for meetings, conferences, debates, guided tours, or other related activities.
   c) Any external person present on the premises for professional, technical, organizational, or service-related reasons.

Access to the exhibition and its activities implies full acceptance of these Access Conditions.

The Organizing Entity reserves the right to amend, update, or supplement these Conditions at any time, as well as to deny access to or require the departure from the premises of any person who breaches the rules set out herein or whose conduct may affect the normal operation of the exhibition, the safety of individuals, or the preservation of the exhibition spaces and contents.

RIGHT OF ADMISSION

Pursuant to Law 11/2009 of 6 July and Decree 112/2010 of 31 August of the Government of Catalonia, the Organizing Entity reserves the right of admission.

Admission to and continued presence at the exhibition are subject to compliance with these Access Conditions and, in particular:

• The requirements set out in the section “Minors”.
• The rules established in the section “Unacceptable Behaviour and Conduct”.
• The restrictions provided in the section “Prohibited Objects”.

The Organizing Entity may deny access or require any person to leave the premises if they fail to comply with these Conditions or if their conduct jeopardizes safety, coexistence, or the proper functioning of the exhibition.

MINORS

Admission to the exhibition is free of charge.

Children under 16 years of age must enter and remain in the exhibition at all times accompanied by a parent, legal guardian, or another responsible adult over the age of 18, who shall assume responsibility for their supervision throughout the visit.

The organization may request proof of age when there are reasonable doubts regarding compliance with these conditions. Refusal to provide such documentation may result in denial of access.

CAPACITY AND ACCESS

Access to the exhibition shall be subject to the maximum authorized venue capacity, applicable safety measures in force at any given time, and the organizational needs of the exhibition.

Completion of prior registration or acceptance of these Access Conditions does not guarantee admission in cases of full capacity, technical incidents, security concerns, emergency situations, or force majeure.

The Organizing Entity may establish access control systems, specific visiting hours, or temporary entry restrictions whenever necessary to ensure visitor safety and the proper preservation of the exhibition spaces.

UNACCEPTABLE BEHAVIOUR AND CONDUCT

To ensure a safe, inclusive, and respectful experience, visitors must maintain appropriate conduct throughout their stay.

The following are expressly prohibited:

• Aggressive, violent, or intimidating behaviour.
• Causing disturbances or public disorder.
• Incitement to hatred, violence, or discrimination.
• Harassment or intimidation of any kind.
• Failure to comply with instructions from organization staff, visitor services personnel, security staff, or emergency personnel.
• Accessing restricted areas.
• Tampering with or damaging exhibition elements, facilities, or equipment.
• Conducting political or religious propaganda activities.
• Carrying out unauthorized commercial or promotional activities.
• Consuming or trafficking illegal substances.
• Smoking cigarettes, cigars, vaporizers, or electronic cigarettes inside the exhibition.

SAFETY AND EMERGENCIES

Visitors must comply at all times with the instructions of organization staff, security personnel, emergency services, and visitor assistance personnel.

In the event of an emergency, evacuation, or any situation affecting the safety of persons or facilities, visitors must follow the instructions of authorized personnel and comply with all applicable protection and evacuation measures.

Failure to comply with these instructions may result in the adoption of any measures deemed necessary to ensure the safety of attendees and the proper functioning of the exhibition.

PROHIBITED OBJECTS

The Organizing Entity may restrict the entry of any object that could compromise safety, the normal operation of the exhibition, or compliance with these Conditions.

Security personnel may carry out visual inspections of personal belongings. Refusal to cooperate may result in denial of access.

Entry will not be permitted with, among others:

• Glass objects.
• Weapons or items that may be used as weapons.
• Illegal substances.
• Pyrotechnic materials.
• Drones or unmanned aerial vehicles.
• Professional recording or photography equipment without authorization.
• Unauthorized advertising material.
• Megaphones, laser pointers, or objects that may interfere with the operation of the exhibition.
• Bicycles, scooters, or similar vehicles.
• Any other object reasonably considered dangerous or incompatible with the normal development of the exhibition by the Organizing Entity.

ANIMAL ACCESS

Animals must remain outside the venue, except for guide dogs and other duly accredited assistance animals in accordance with applicable regulations.

FOOD AND BEVERAGES

Food and beverages are not permitted inside the exhibition, specifically within the Turbine Hall of Les Tres Xemeneies in Sant Adrià de Besòs.

IMAGE RECORDING

By Visitors

The recording of video or the taking of photographs of exhibition activities, contents, and spaces for commercial or promotional purposes is prohibited without the prior written authorization of the Organizing Entity.

The Organizing Entity may require the immediate cessation of any recording or photographic activity considered contrary to these Access Conditions or likely to affect the rights of third parties, the security of the facilities, or the normal operation of the exhibition.

By the Organizing Entity

During the exhibition, photographs, audiovisual recordings, and other graphic materials may be captured for informational, documentary, editorial, promotional, institutional, and archival purposes related to the exhibition Becoming. Architectures for a Planet in Transition and the UIA 2026 Barcelona World Congress of Architects.

These images may be used and distributed by the Organizing Entity, as well as by collaborating entities, sponsors, and organizations linked to the event, through websites, social media, printed publications, promotional materials, activity reports, media outlets, and other communication channels.

Attendance at the exhibition implies the possibility of incidental capture of visitors’ images in general shots of the event or the attending audience.

No close-up images or individualized uses of a person’s image for promotional purposes will be made where specific authorization is legally required.

Visitors may request additional information regarding image processing through the contact channels indicated in the Privacy Policy.

BELONGINGS AND LOST PROPERTY

Each visitor is responsible for their personal belongings.

The Organizing Entity accepts no responsibility for lost, stolen, damaged, misplaced, or forgotten personal items.

Found objects will be kept for a reasonable period and managed in accordance with applicable regulations.

For any inquiries regarding lost property, please contact visitors@uia2026bcn.org.

ACCESSIBILITY

The Organizing Entity is committed to promoting an accessible and inclusive experience for all visitors, in accordance with applicable legislation.

For any specific needs or accessibility-related inquiries, please contact visitors@uia2026bcn.org.

VISITOR SERVICES AND COMPLAINTS

The exhibition will provide visitor information and assistance points where inquiries, suggestions, and complaints may be submitted.

The Organization may also be contacted by email at visitors@uia2026bcn.org.

DATA PROTECTION

Personal data provided during the registration and admission process will be processed by the Organizing Entity in accordance with applicable personal data protection regulations and the relevant Privacy Policy.

The information requested during registration will be used for managing access to the exhibition, capacity control, visitor assistance, attendance statistics, and other purposes directly related to the organization and operation of the exhibition and its associated activities.

Acceptance of these Access Conditions does not replace or modify acceptance of the applicable Privacy Policy.

Data subjects may exercise their rights regarding personal data protection through the channels specified in the Privacy Policy.

PROGRAMME AND CONDITIONS AMENDMENTS

The Organizing Entity will endeavour to maintain the announced programme. However, activities, schedules, contents, or spaces may be modified, rescheduled, replaced, or cancelled at any time for organizational, technical, safety, weather-related, or force majeure reasons.

Whenever possible, significant changes will be communicated through the exhibition’s official channels.

As admission to the exhibition is free of charge, such changes shall not give rise to any right to compensation.

The Organizing Entity also reserves the right to amend these Access Conditions whenever necessary to ensure the proper functioning of the exhibition, visitor safety, or compliance with applicable regulations.

GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION

These Access Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with Spanish law.

Any dispute arising from their interpretation or application shall be submitted to the courts and tribunals having jurisdiction under the applicable legal provisions.

In the event of any discrepancy between the different language versions of these Conditions, the Spanish version shall prevail.