A Criação e Representação do Espaço na Literatura Fantástica: Uma proposta de cidade-cenário para a série “Corte de Espinhos e Rosas”

Abstract

This work investigates the creation and representation of spaces in fantasy literature, focusing on the A Court of Thorns and Roses series by Sarah J. Maas, and proposes the fictional city of Velaris as a scenario-city. The research is based on the premise that narrative spaces in fantasy literature do not function merely as backdrops, but as active elements of the narrative, endowed with symbolism, function, and specific atmospheres. The central issue involves translating these spaces from text into visual representations, grounded in architectural language and their potential for audiovisual adaptation. The objectives include analyzing the role of space in literary narratives, investigating the process of intersemiotic translation into visual and audiovisual forms, understanding the architect’s role in this process, and exploring the use of artificial intelligence as a tool for visual creation. Furthermore, the methodology adopts a qualitative approach, structured in stages such as reading the literary work, theoretical analysis, research of real-world references, development of a spatial program, and the creation of graphic representations. Accordingly, the project includes maps, floor plans, sections, and illustrations based on elements extracted from the narrative, especially from the city of Velaris and the House of Wind. As a result, the research presents a visual proposal consistent with the narrative and symbolic elements of the series, demonstrating how architecture can mediate the dialogue between text and image. It is concluded that space in fantasy literature is a fundamental narrative agent, and that its architectural representation can enhance future visual adaptations, while expanding the creative possibilities of architecture within fictional contexts.