temporary installation

[/ˈtɛmpəreri ɪnstəˈleɪʃən/]
nounfemininepl: temporary installations / instalações temporárias
instalação temporária
1. A structure, system, or equipment set up for a limited period of time with the intention of being removed or replaced later
The construction site required a temporary installation of safety barriers.
O canteiro de obras exigiu uma instalação temporária de barreiras de segurança.
2. In art and exhibition contexts, an artwork or display designed to exist for a specific duration before being dismantled
The museum featured a temporary installation by a renowned contemporary artist.
O museu apresentava uma instalação temporária de um artista contemporâneo renomado.
3. A provisional setup of utilities, infrastructure, or systems intended for short-term use
The event required a temporary installation of electrical systems and lighting.
O evento exigiu uma instalação temporária de sistemas elétricos e iluminação.
In Brazil, temporary installations are common in urban contexts for events, construction projects, and contemporary art exhibitions. The term 'instalação temporária' is widely recognized in both Portuguese-speaking Brazil and Portugal. In the US, particularly in NYC, temporary installations have become increasingly popular in art galleries and public spaces as a form of contemporary expression.
NYC Slang
pop-up installation, temp setup
Synonyms / Sinônimos
temporary setupprovisional installationpop-up installationshort-term installation
Antonyms / Antônimos
permanent installationfixed installationpermanent structure

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
instalação temporária
Standard term used across Brazil in construction and art contexts
São Paulo
instalação provisória
Commonly used in business and construction sectors
Rio de Janeiro
instalação temporária
Preferred in event planning and cultural institutions
Portugal
instalação temporária
Same term used, though 'instalação provisória' is also acceptable

Related Words

temporaryinstallationsetupinfrastructuredismantlingexhibition

Related Idioms & Phrases

set up a temporary installation
dismantle a temporary installation
temporary installation art
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