Ipê City is known for Brazil’s early popup-city experiments around blockchain governance, AI tools, and startup-society practice. The community now frames itself more broadly as builders of social technologies for internet-native cities. Expect monthlong co-living intensity with a strong South American base and global participation. Ipê City documents village governance and popup schedules for Brazil-focused editions on its public documentation site.
Techno-optimist popups and social tech for internet-native cities, starting in Brazil. Ipê City is a community of techno-optimists building social technologies for internet-native cities and prototyping governance through pop-up villages in Brazil. Pro-Tech Innovation. Pro-Human Progress.
Brazil-focused popup editions rotate while preserving the Ipê community brand. Ipê popup editions document governance experiments alongside coliving logistics for Brazil-based builders.
Location
Florianópolis is one of Brazil's largest tech hubs with 2,000+ start-ups.
Duration
Ipê City aims to evolve into a permanent network of villages, condominiums, cottages, and small towns worldwide where members can move, stay, and own property.
Pricing
Architect passports are limited. Applicants must undergo a selection process and stay in the
- $400 full month or $150/wk
- Access to coworking and events
- 6-month access to Ipê community
- Everything in Explorer
- Access to $10k+ in grants
- 1-year access to Ipê community
- Price info upon request
- Launch in real-world sandbox
- Iterate daily with early adopters
- Integrate product and collect data
- pop-up village for at least 3 weeks
Amenities
- Fitness sessions
- Talks and conferences
- Hacker houses hosting workshops, lectures, and events