In October 2024, Fernando Guerra received the PIDA (Premio Internazionale Ischia di Architettura) Award, an International Prize for Architectural Dissemination. 

This prestigious recognition highlights his significant contribution to architectural photography and his role in promoting architecture on a global scale.

Press Release:

We are proud to announce that the PIDA Fotografia will go to the Portuguese Fernando Guerra, one of the most famous architecture photographers in the world, to capture urban transformations with his shots, understanding the intensity of the processes and changes in progress.

A selection of his photographs will be exhibited in the monastery of San Francesco, in the former town hall of Forio, from October 3rd to 20th, with visiting hours from 5pm to 9pm.

“I am truly honored to receive the PIDA photography and lifetime achievement award on this magical island in southern Italy, Ischia. I have always felt a unique connection with this country, whether working on photographic projects or simply enjoying the wonderful places I’ve had the privilege to explore. Being recognized here, where I feel at home, holds special significance. It goes beyond being acknowledged as a photographer capturing the life of buildings, and speaks to the emotional essence behind my architectural work.

This week, Ischia hosts the International Architecture Prize, focusing on workshops and discussions on how our cities are adapting to challenges such as climate change and overtourism.”

Thank you, PIDA
Fernando Guerra