The Master in Robotics and Advanced Construction (MRAC) seeks to train a new generation of interdisciplinary professionals who are capable of facing our growing need for a more sustainable and optimised construction ecosystem. The Master is focused on the emerging design and market opportunities arising from novel robotic and advanced manufacturing systems.
Through a mixture of seminars, workshops, and studio projects, the master programme challenges the traditional processes in the Construction Sector. It investigates how advances in robotics and digital fabrication tools change the way we build and develop processes and design tools for such new production methods.
We asked, what if we could combine robotic processes with renewable materials to create adaptable, efficient, and ecological construction methods? Could robotics be more than speed and automation — could it help us shape materials in ways that respect and enhance their natural properties? Terra Weave is our answer — this is a system that … Read more
In an era dominated by concrete and steel, the Sticks & Stones project revisits the architectural potential of stone and timber—materials with a rich historical legacy—through the precision of robotic fabrication. This initiative sought to develop a reversible, precise architectural system that bridges traditional craftsmanship with advanced digital tools. By tackling the challenges of natural … Read more
Introduction In a world where natural resources are increasingly scarce, the construction industry faces a crucial challenge: reducing material waste and maximizing the use of available resources. Wood, a traditionally used construction material, is at the center of this issue. Every year, millions of tons of wood are discarded or underutilized due to its irregular … Read more
a new use for construction debris. Shape | Anatomy of a System | course overview. This term’s studio course emphasized refining prototypes through a bottom-up approach, integrating sustainability by considering material recyclability and availability. We developed precise prototypes using new technologies, bridging robotic fabrication with traditional craft techniques to explore sustainable architectural solutions. State of … Read more
