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Kartal Waterfront
The adaptive reuse of Kartal’s historic pier focuses on preserving its architectural essence while introducing a new layer of public interaction. Known for its fishermen’s shelters and fish markets, the site will retain its authentic character, but with innovative design that redefines its urban role. The strategy preserves the original volumes and structures, integrating contemporary elements that enhance both functionality and aesthetics. Inspired by modern waterfront principles, the proposal introduces open spaces with natural light and airflow, alongside pedestrian pathways through green corridors and public plazas.
2024
Celestial Genesis
The "Celestial Genesis" project aims to establish a sustainable human habitat in Mars' Gale Crater. It features a central dome connected to towers dedicated to living quarters, robotic operations, heavy machinery, and mission control. Life-support systems like air purification, water recycling, and waste management enable long-term residence. The project focuses on sustainability, using Martian regolith for building materials and solar power from the "Solaris Energy Hub." With phased construction via automation, it supports future expansion and serves as a foundation for research and multi-planetary human life.
2024
Lunar Legends
The "Lunar Legends" initiative aims to create a sustainable, biodiverse living environment on the Moon by combining ecological and technological innovations. Key features include the Genesis Mine Garden and Eden Expansion Module, which support life systems and offer natural habitats for astronauts. The Regolith Forge converts lunar soil into 3D-printed building materials, minimizing Earth resource dependence, while the Solaris Energy Hub provides solar power. "Lunar Legends" promotes sustainable lunar habitation and paves the way for scientific exploration and ecological conservation beyond Earth.
2022
Copperbelt, the Blackhole
The historically exploited Copperbelt region, spanning the Democratic Republic of Congo and Zambia, into a sustainable, resilient area. Using "hacking" and "healing" strategies, it addresses the ecological damage caused by over a century of mining. "Hacking" focuses on bioengineering and green technologies to revitalize ecosystems and repurpose old mining sites, while "healing" employs biological agents to detoxify and restore water and soil health. The initiative seeks to reshape the Copperbelt into a model of ecological and social revival, offering a blueprint for global industrial landscape regeneration.
2022
Overture Torino
A practical, multi-level structure intended for large gatherings and exhibitions. It includes multiple floors designated for specific functions such as event spaces, administrative areas, and logistical support. Features include a large entrance, multiple exhibition halls, conference rooms, and necessary support areas like storage and offices. The design utilizes contemporary materials such as glass and steel, with a roof that includes sustainable technologies like solar panels to enhance energy efficiency. The center incorporates advanced systems for security, communication, and facility management, aimed at improving operational effectiveness.
2022
Stupinigi, The Place To Be
Revitalizing the Dogs Kennels within the Stupinigi Hunting Lodge estate, combining restoration with new functions to boost visitor engagement and local economic growth. It aims to transform the site into a vibrant cultural and economic hub through a multifaceted approach that includes architectural restoration, sustainable practices, and community involvement. New features like local markets, green cafeterias, and agricultural zones promote local crafts and produce, enhancing employment and economic development. The restoration uses modern techniques and sustainable materials to preserve the estate’s historical integrity while introducing contemporary elements for functionality and visitor experience.
2022
Village Training Center
A facility designed to support advanced training, research, and innovation, utilizing L-shaped and U-shaped structures for efficient space use, natural light, and air circulation. It features distinct zones for training centers, emergency camps, sacred agricultural fields, and guest houses, all optimized for operational efficiency and accessibility. Sustainable elements like green roofs and solar panels enhance energy efficiency, while central courtyards and landscape gardens offer communal spaces for recreation and outdoor learning. The layout prioritizes safety, accessibility, and sustainability, creating a practical yet innovative hub for professional growth and a model of thoughtful urban planning.
2021
Detroit Future City
An ambitious urban redevelopment plan to transform Detroit's riverfront into a vibrant, mixed-use complex. Featuring twisted high-rise buildings, the design accommodates shops and restaurants at the base, offices in the middle, and residential units above, all offering expansive views of the river and city. Sustainable features like green roofs and urban forests enhance livability and ecological benefits. Amenities such as coworking spaces, a public square, and recreational facilities like pools and an amphitheater foster community engagement. Accessible pathways and open spaces make the area pedestrian-friendly, promoting economic growth, sustainability, and social interaction.
2021
Remix Detroit
The lab simulated the challenges of working in an architectural office from a client’s perspective. Each student group received a contract outlining the client’s requirements, with the main task being to create a diagram of substitutions and associations over ten weeks, detailing negotiations with various actors. Groups reported their steps toward finding the right solution for the client, with three key moments analyzed in depth for success or failure, and presented in a final poster. The client was the Detroit Land Bank, with a focus on revitalizing vacant and occupied plots. My key contributions included design model development, illustrations, line drawings, diagrams, editing model images, successful negotiations, and producing animations.
2019
Campus Varedo
The studio project focused on preserving an abandoned factory that had suffered an explosion while developing a territorial-scale proposal. The project concentrated on the lower part of the factory due to its proximity to the river and the surrounding green areas, offering a more sustainable approach. Given the city's lack of educational institutions and public services, the design included a university campus with co-working spaces, addressing social infrastructure needs. The proposal also featured a rector building and dormitory, a public market supported by an urban farm, and an energy center powered by a solar panel farm along the riverside.
2018
Cuber
The studio project focused on designing a residential building with a public function on the ground floor within a small, constrained lot. A site survey in the first week revealed challenges such as underground parking, two main streets, and surrounding buildings, limiting design possibilities. To address this, a programmatic design approach using oriented grids was employed, creating an efficient solution that visually enhances the building at the corner and integrates with the public parking area. With basement excavation prohibited, the six-floor structure was stacked to optimize density. Timber cladding and external timber pilasters linked the building to its environment, while reinforced concrete ensured structural stability.
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