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Master in Advanced Computation for Architecture and Design

The MaCAD is a unique online programme training a new generation of architects, engineers and designers ready to develop skills into the latest softwares, computational tools, BIM technologies and AI towards innovation for the Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) industry.

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WeaveLamp Configurator: From Craft Logic to a Web-Based Parametric Tool


MaCAD 2025-2026 by
MaCAD 2025-2026

WeaveLamp Configurator is a web-based application that brings a Grasshopper workflow into an accessible browser-based experience. The project explores how a craft-inspired lamp system can be translated into a clear digital tool for customization, spatial visualization, and fabrication-oriented output. Concept Origin The project started from a manual exploration of ring proportions, textile density, and woven structure. … Read more

Geomorphing Terrascape: Dignifying Informal Praxis at Chihuahua, México


MaCAD 2025-2026 by
MaCAD 2025-2026

“Terrascape does not impose an external order; it encodes the survival logic of the Mexican informal ‘barrio’ to transform it into a dignified, resilient, and dynamic housing system.“ The Geometry of Necessity In the rugged topography of Chihuahua, Mexico, the “Barrio” is not just a residential zone; it is a morphological catalyst. It embodies a … Read more

Earthen curtains


MaCAD 2025-2026 by
MaCAD 2025-2026

Inspirations The Earthen Curtains project is rooted in a deep reflection on vernacular architecture and passive sustainability. The primary formal and conceptual inspiration is derived from the work of Hassan Fathy and the tradition of the Nubian Vaults. This architectural heritage, celebrated for the use of local materials (raw earth) and intrinsic climatic strategies, is … Read more

Pot Maker


MaCAD 2024-2025 by
MaCAD 2024-2025

Pot Maker is an app designed for creating 3D models of vases and pots. Users can generate models for 3D printing or create a mold box for casting gypsum pots. The app includes pre-set designs to help users start experimenting easily. https://datamgmt25.iaac.net/ The app is intended for individuals interested in ceramics and clay who want … Read more

Subterranean Eden: Martian Harvest Halls


MaCAD 2023-2024 by
MaCAD 2023-2024

“An innovative way for agriculture on Mars, pushing boundaries of space exploration ensuring future interplanetary habitation.” Mars—the Red Planet—is getting closer. According to the experts, human settlements on Mars might be visible in ten years, allowing for more space exploration. Keeping that in mind, this semester’s goal is to create a 300-person Mars colony. The … Read more