Bio
A/Prof Alberto Pugnale is an architect and Associate Professor (Level D) in Architectural Design at the Faculty of Architecture, Building and Planning of The University of Melbourne. He is the Co-Director of the Advanced Digital Design + Fabrication (ADD+F) Hub.
He is an expert in computational design and optimisation workflows, including AI-based design methodologies and the digital reinterpretation and analysis of historical precedents, dissecting all aspects of architectural design, from concept development to construction technology. His work is positioned at the intersection between theory and practice: it spans from designing to making and testing prototypes of architectural and structural systems to minimise resource use or tackle specific environmental issues. He has made significant contributions to construction history, investigating how innovation in construction and experimenting with automated fabrication methods impact design and the environment. He is passionate about testing emerging pedagogies for integrating technical knowledge in architectural education.
