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 an expert in computational design and optimisation workflows, including AI-based design methodologies and the digital reinterpretation and analysis of historical precedents, and he dissects all aspects of architectural design, from concept development to construction technology. His work sits at the intersection of theory and practice: it spans designing, making, and testing prototypes of architectural and structural systems to minimise resource use or address specific environmental issues. He has made significant contributions to construction history, investigating how innovation in construction and automated fabrication methods impact design and the environment. He is passionate about testing emerging pedagogies to integrate technical knowledge into architectural education.
