Topic: Design-Tech Talk 5.0
Date: May 31 – June 1, 2025
Time: 14:00 – 17:00 GMT
Format: Online on Zoom
Duration: 2 Sessions (6 Hours)
Registration Deadline: May 30th, 2025
Course Fee: Free for Digital Members
Total Seats: 500 seats
Language: English
Certificate: Yes
Join free: with Full Access membership
Organized By: PAACADEMY
Guests: Cristina Nan, Alexander Clarke, Christopher Robeller, Fredy Fortich, Stepan Kukharskiy, Gareth Volka.
Recordings: Recordings will be available for all participants indefinitely afterward.
Introduction to Design-Tech Talk 5.0:
Join us for Design-Tech Talk, an exclusive and engaging panel discussion featuring distinguished experts, each offering unique insights into the latest advancements in architecture, design innovation, and emerging technologies reshaping industries today.
This dynamic event will explore the intersection of these fields, with each expert delivering a one-hour presentation that provides an in-depth look at the transformative potential of architectural design, the role of AI in shaping the future of design, and the groundbreaking capabilities of 3D printing in revolutionizing the way we build and create.
Don’t miss this chance to engage with innovators who are pushing the boundaries of creativity and technology, driving change in architecture, design, and beyond. Whether you’re a professional, student, or simply passionate about the future of design, Design-Tech Talk promises to inspire and equip you with the insights needed to navigate the exciting future of these fields.
The Scope of Design-Tech Talk 5.0:
Design-Tech Talk 5.0 will feature engaging live Q&A sessions, where attendees can directly interact with the speakers and explore the more profound implications of design. These discussions will allow participants to share ideas and learn from leaders’ experiences at the cutting edge of architectural and technological innovation. The event aims to foster a collaborative environment for learning and networking.
This event is ideal for anyone interested in the intersection of architecture, technology, and design. Whether you’re looking to deepen your understanding of parametric design, learn about the latest computational tools, or discover how AI is shaping the future of the design industry, this talk will offer valuable insights and inspiration. Learn from industry pioneers and explore the future of design technology.
Program:
Day 1, May 31st:
- Opening Session: 15:30-15:40 GMT
- 1st Speaker: Christopher Robeller 15:40 – 16:40 GMT
- 2nd Speaker: Alexander Clarke 16:45 – 17:45
- 3rd Speaker: Gareth Volka 17:45 – 18:05 GMT
- Closing Session: 18:05 – 18:20 GMT
Day 2, June 1st:
- Opening Session: 14:00 – 14:15 GMT
- 1st Speaker: Cristina Nan 14:15 – 15:15 GMT
- 2nd Speaker: Fredy Fortich 15:30 – 16:30 GMT
- 3rd Speaker: Stepan Kukharskiy 16:45 – 17:45 GMT
- Closing Session: 17:45 – 18:00 GMT
Guest Speakers:
Cristina Nan
Cristina Nan is an Assistant Professor in the Unit of Architectural Design and Engineering (ADE) within the Department of the Built Environment at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) in the Netherlands. She earned her PhD magna cum laude from HafenCity University in Hamburg, Germany, in 2015, focusing on architectural robotics and the digital transformation in architecture.
Cristina’s research interests encompass computational design, digital fabrication—including additive manufacturing and robotics—and the integration of AI in architecture. She has contributed to projects like the Minibuilders at the Institute of Advanced Architecture of Catalonia in Barcelona, which received international recognition.
Prior to joining TU/e in 2020, Cristina served as an Assistant Professor in Digital Fabrication and Design at the University of Edinburgh’s Edinburgh School of Architecture and Landscape Architecture from 2015 to 2020. She also co-founded the Future Fields Think Tank in 2019, reflecting her commitment to exploring the socio-economic, spatial, and environmental implications of emerging technologies in architecture.
Alexander Clarke
Christopher Robeller
Christopher Robeller is a Professor of Digital Design and Production at the Augsburg University of Applied Sciences, where he leads the Digital Timber Construction (DTC) working group. The group offers PhD research opportunities in an ideal environment with dedicated DTC laboratory spaces and equipment. Their aim is to make constructions more sustainable through digital methods and technology. Important topics include material-saving lightweight constructions, rapid assembly of wood-wood connections, sustainable types of wood and materials, and the reuse and recycling of components.
Previously, he has worked as a Junior Professor at TU Kaiserslautern, as a Postdoc at the Swiss National Centre of Competence for Digital Fabrication (NCCR dfab) at ETH Zurich, as a PhD assistant at the Timber Construction Laboratory IBOIS at EPFL Lausanne, and as a research associate at the Institute of Computational Design (ICD), University of Stuttgart.
He received a Doctor of Sciences from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology EPFL, and a Professional Diploma in Architecture with Distinction from London Metropolitan University. His research has been implemented in projects such as the 2010 ICD/ITKE Pavilion, the 2013 IBOIS Curved Folded Shell, the 2017 Lausanne Vidy Theater, the 2015–2020 Factory Hall in Manternach, the 2019 HexBox Canopy, the 2019 Recycleshell, and the 2021 Chestnut Cabin.
Fredy Fortich
Fredy Fortich is an Architect and Engineer specializing in computational design, with a particular focus on BIM coordination in Revit, performance-based design, generative design, and machine-learning methods.
He holds a Master of Science in Building Technology from TU Delft in the Netherlands and a Master of Architecture from Universidad de los Andes in Bogotá, Colombia.
Currently, Fredy works as a Technical Architect at MVRDV, BIM Manager at French Studio, and an AI researcher on Diffusion Models.
Stepan Kukharskiy
Stepan is an architect, computational designer, and educator who merges programming with design to create both digital and physical spaces. As co-founder of SA lab, Stepan evolved from visual coding to full-stack development, building web apps, games, and virtual experiences. Over nine years at SA lab.
Stepan led multiple award-winning projects and developed a methodology that combines computational design with digital fabrication to reduce design time and errors. In 2021, he co-founded Kodiia, now an AI-first online sketchbook to help creative professionals integrate AI into their workflows. Stepan teaches coding, computational design, and robotics internationally to creative professionals.
Gareth Volka
Gareth Volka is a London-based architect and fashion designer. His eponymous couture brand explores the intersection of fashion, computation, digital fabrication, materiality, and sustainability, drawing on years of research into topics such as generative algorithms, free-form 3D printing, programmable matter, biomimetic robotics, and biomaterials. His designs often build narratives around nature and sensuality, brought to life through ingenuity and craftsmanship.
Important Notes:
- The Design-Tech Talk 5.0 hosted by PAACADEMY will start at 14:00 (GMT) on Saturday, May 31st, 2025.
- Total sessions: 2 Sessions
- The event will be recorded, and videos will be available for participants just a day after the event for unlimited time.
- The event will be hosted on Zoom.
- PAACADEMY will provide a certificate of attendance.
Topic: Design-Tech Talk 5.0
Date: May 31 – June 1, 2025
Time: 14:00 – 17:00 GMT
Format: Online on Zoom
Duration: 2 Sessions (6 Hours)
Registration Deadline: May 30th, 2025
Course Fee: Free for Digital Members
Total Seats: 500 seats
Language: English
Certificate: Yes
Join free: with Full Access membership
Organized By: PAACADEMY
Guests: Cristina Nan, Alexander Clarke, Christopher Robeller, Fredy Fortich, Stepan Kukharskiy, Gareth Volka.
Recordings: Recordings will be available for all participants indefinitely afterward.
