July 13 > 29 - Torino

 Background
The synergy between the Politecnico di Torino, the Architectural Association and Columbia University gives life to research on the border between design and architecture to conceive and produce a temporary structure to be installed at the University of Gastronomic Sciences of Pollenzo during the period of Designing Connected Places. Parametric design systems are used to conceive an experimental public space able to respond to some of the stimuli investigated in the six workshops.

Project question
In a city with a complex structure where interactions between the parties involved intensify, in which the number of decision-makers and cultural scenarios overlap, interlink, and sometimes clash, a response is required with new forms, new urban bodies and new planning management systems. In this scenario, how can parametric digital design and rapid prototyping become tools of research and development? How can they be exploited to investigate fundamental questions like health and well-being, the efficiency of urban mobility, security and ecology?

Tutors:
Claudia Pasquero, Architectural Association, London
Marco Poletto, Architectural Association, London
Caterina Tiazzoldi, Columbia University, New York
Cesare Griffa, Politecnico di Torino

with the participation of Phillip Anzalone, RA, Technical Director, Avery Digital Fabrication Laboratory, Columbia University Graduate School of Architecture