During the second year of the Master in Advanced Architecture + Thesis Project (MAA02), students have the unique opportunity to work for a period of 1 year on an Individual Thesis Project, focused on the development of a research or pilot project based on the student’s interest, and the learnings of the first year. IAAC supports the student in selecting their Thesis Project topic in order to better orient them according to their future career interests and opportunities. Each student, according to their specific topic, is assigned one or more Thesis Advisors that follow the development of the work throughout the year.
In parallel to the development of the Individual Thesis Project, the second year of the MAA02 offers a series of seminars enhancing the theoretical, practical and computational skills of the students.
Creating Interactive, Dynamic, and Emotional Urban Spaces Through Light (TERM 1) I. The Problems with Night Lighting II. MENTAL HEALTH AND NEUROARCHITECTURE III. COLOR, LIGHT, AND EMOTION IV. STATE OF THE ART V. BOSTON SITE STUDIES VI. NEXT STEPS – DESIGN
Back2Besòs is an urban game for all ages, where players explore Besòs by finding and solving riddles, uncovering the past, and engaging with the barrio’s spaces in unconventional ways – to learn about its people, their daily lives, historical occupations and their skills. BESÒS CONTEXT Besòs has a complex history of urban transformations driven by … Read more
Research Question Context Why Natural Fibers? Possible Impact Typologies State of Art Material Research Methodology Design Workflow
Optimising Modular Skyscrapper design through environmental and spatial intelligence
Learning from Yesterday, Live for Today, Hope for future, The important thing is not to stop questioning. Albert Einstein
This research explores the optimization of glulam in architectural design by aligning material grading and grain orientation with force trajectories. Combining glulam offcuts and higher-grade timber, the study minimizes waste while maximizing structural efficiency. Computational workflows and generative algorithms are used to design force-aligned components for scalable applications. Prototypes demonstrate enhanced performance and sustainability, offering … Read more
Introduction: Transforming Urban Junctions for a Sustainable Future Urbanization has drastically increased impervious surfaces in cities, leading to environmental challenges such as urban heat islands, stormwater runoff, and reduced access to green spaces. Junctions and intersections, often overlooked, are some of the most impervious and environmentally stressed areas in urban landscapes. This project aims to … Read more
This proposal addresses the challenges of real estate valuation and optimization for retail properties by leveraging advanced technological tools and tailored datasets. The project introduces a platform that integrates environmental, market, and demographic data to provide dynamic and data-driven insights for valuation and optimal property usage. The methodology incorporates machine learning, mapping, and regression analysis … Read more
The research envisions to develop work on the existing artificial intelligence models inclined for development of images through prompts and related tools to generate images which can be further leveraged into 3D translation of geometry to offer an aid for designers and creatives to develop their concept
Contemporary architecture often prioritizes humans at the expense of ecological balance, distancing us from nature and other species. This thesis envisions a future where buildings evolve into living, adaptive frameworks that foster interspecies mutualism. By integrating third-order cybernetics, machine learning, and AI, architecture can become a mindful mediator, enhancing relationships between humans and other species. … Read more
I. FRAMING THE RESEARCH Jan Gehl’s Types of Interactions (graphic adapted from Gehl’s Life Between Buildings) II. RESEARCH CONTEXT: La Mina Neighborhood La Mina: a Well-Connected, Well-Located Neighborhood with Much to Offer Stigmatization through the Perpetration of an Exaggerated Negative Image in Media History of the Creation of La Mina La Mina Transformation Plan: 2000 … Read more
The plastic crisis has reached staggering proportions. If all the plastic waste on Earth were laid out, it would be enough to cover the entire surface of Argentina ankle-deep. Every year, we produce 300 million tons of plastic globally. Yet only 10% remains in use, while more than 80% is discarded. Of this discarded plastic, … Read more
Through Human-Centered Spaces and Experiences In a world that is rapidly urbanizing itself, architecture holds immense power to shape the lives of individuals and how they experience the public space. Yet, architectural design often neglects the various needs of the community it is supposed to serve, leading to alienation and exclusion, particularly for marginalized populations. … Read more
