We are thrilled to announce another premiere for our documentary Kombiná: this time the film wil debut in Saba on February 5! This exciting premiere will take place at the Eugenius Johnson Center in Windwardside, Saba, and promises an inspiring evening celebrating the intersection of architecture, culture, and sustainability in the Caribbean.
On Saba, the audience will explore unique locations such as the Green Flash House, the Fire Station and Saba Comprehensive School. While staying, we captured footage at villa construction sites, Captain’s Quarters, and the local bakery.
Capturing Saba
The documentary, made by filmmaker Pim Gelevert, includes compelling scenes on Saba where residents, clients, and users share their insights about the buildings and the unique challenges the island faces in developing new structures. These moments offer a candid look at what works—and what doesn’t—when it comes to creating sustainable and functional architecture on Saba. Additionally, we’ve also shared the exciting new designs for the island’s school, sparking conversations about the future of education and design on Saba.
Saba is one of the Dutch Caribbean islands where we filmed. What does contemporary Caribbean architecture look like, and how does it reflect the region’s unique identity? These are the central questions explored in Kombiná, a film by the Social Design Foundation. Lyongo Juliana shares his 25-year journey as an architect on the Dutch Caribbean islands, while reflecting with young designers, residents, and students. Together, they explore themes such as sustainability, cultural heritage, social inclusion, climate impact, and local traditions. The documentary is an invitation to reflect on whether a unified concept of contemporary Caribbean architecture truly exists.
Practical info
- Date: Wednesday, February 5, 2025
- Location: Eugenius Johnson Center, Windwardside, Saba
- Time: premiere starts at 7:00 PM (at 7:30 PM starts the movie).
We welcome everybody to come to the premiere. Registration or tickets are not required.
Other Premieres
Kombiná has already captivated audiences in Curacao, Bonaire, and the Netherlands (Rotterdam) during its earlier screenings. Following Saba, the documentary will travel to St Maarten and Amsterdam, bringing its powerful message to new audiences. Stay tuned to our website for updates on future screenings.
