About Us
A laboratory of sociocultural action that uses innovation to amplify our identity, connecting the tradition of our land with the narratives of the 21st century.
CDL is a creative and technological ecosystem born in March 2019 to break the mould of cultural management. We define ourselves as a laboratory of sociocultural action that uses innovation to amplify our identity, connecting the tradition of our land with the narratives of the 21st century.
We promote and manage projects related to education, research, digital inclusion and civic participation. From documentary film festivals to educational video games, by way of music documentaries and European cultural cooperation projects.
March 2019, in Córdoba
Documentary film, video games, music and European cooperation
Non-profit association
CDL is pure creative dynamism
From the first video game about the Patios of Córdoba to film festivals that connect shores, at CDL we rediscover what's ours with the tools of tomorrow.
We use creativity not just as a technique, but as a social driver: to combat the cultural gap, energize the rural environment and give voice to stories that deserve to be told.
We don't just observe change; we generate spaces for debate, learning and audiovisual creation that transform our province.
Our Roadmap
As a non-profit association, our goal in each of our initiatives is the common good and social progress.
Elevating heritage — like the Patios or documentary film — to new global audiences.
Applying technology — gamification, streaming, virtual reality — to make culture accessible and participatory.
Tackling the demographic challenge by bringing first-rate content to every corner of the province.
Acting as a bridge between public institutions, private companies and civil society.
"At Córdoba Digital Lab, creativity and innovation are the axes around which all our activity pivots. We understand technology as a language capable of amplifying our culture, allowing us to tackle challenges such as rural development, sustainability or Mediterranean dialogue from unprecedented perspectives. Our structure is based on cross-disciplinarity: we combine historical rigor with video-game narrative, and documentary film with civic participation, to ensure that every project is a catalyst for social, economic and reputational progress for Córdoba."
— Rafael García Porras, President of Córdoba Digital LabAt the helm
A true son of Córdoba, he has never stopped being deeply rooted in and identified with the people of his city, living the daily pulse of Córdoba from every angle. For years he has taken an active part in associations and business initiatives that foster actions closely tied to his city's identity, serving as CEO of Patios de Córdoba Experience (2016), as an audiovisual producer at various events, and working as a marketing and communications manager.
In March 2019 he founded CDL and has led it ever since — the non-profit association that promotes and manages creative-cultural projects.
✉ Get in touchTimeline
2019
Rafael García Porras founds CDL in Córdoba, with the mission of breaking the mould of cultural management through innovation.
Founding2022
Beneficiaries of the ICC Magallanes project (Interreg FEDER). CDL develops a digital experience around Córdoba's UNESCO heritage.
ICC · Interreg · FEDER2023
FICDCOR, October 1–11. 37 documentaries, more than 15 countries, Filmoteca de Andalucía.
Film · Festivals2024
The story of Pabellón Psiquiátrico, pioneers of Córdoban alternative rock, produced with Córdoba City Council.
Documentary2025
The first video game about the UNESCO Patios. Nominated for the Game Awards, presented at FITUR, deposited in the National Library of Spain.
Serious Game · UNESCO · BNE