HOSTILE

Architectural Alienation 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. – 1.1.Hostile design  … Read more

Urban Layers

Tracking Morphological Evolution Over Time Urbanization and Vegetation Change Analysis Using Satellite Data Introduction Satellite imagery provides a powerful view of Earth’s surface, but to the naked eye, changes like urban growth and vegetation loss are not always obvious over time.Colors and features can look deceptively similar, making it difficult to accurately assess land cover … Read more

TOWARDS ENERGY JUSTICE IN INFORMAL SETTLEMENTS Vol II

A Methodological Approach to Urban Morphology and Hybrid Energy Systems in the Global South Project Statement: “Even as we advance in Energy Innovation, our cities continueto grapple with deep inequalities. In this research, I proposerethinking Urban Morphology—not merely as the physicalform of our settlements, but as a strategic lever for equitableenergy solutions. The conceptual Energy-Morphology … Read more

Re – Rio_ The Next 10 years

Redesigning the Municipality of Mesquita for Productive Justice: A Sustainable Urban Transformation Productive Justice “Productive justice for self-sufficiency” refers to the frameworks and practices aimed at enhancing individual and community self-reliance while promoting social justice. Productive Justice Through Architecture and Urban Planning State Of The Art Collectives/Case Studies Rio De Janeiro _Productivity Focused Research on … Read more

Timber V4ult: Urban Synthesis

Objective The goal of this module was to take the final decisions in order to match the building design to the integrated facilities that optimize the circular economy in timber production, balancing large-scale industrial processes with small-scale habitational solutions and an holistic urban system. Chain of production Timber V4ult is the fourth in a chain … Read more

VISUALISING VISIBILITY OF WOMEN+ SAFETY

Overview Visualizing Visibility of Women+ Safety is a research initiative aimed at evaluating how the design of public spaces influences perceptions of safety for women+ in India, particularly in Delhi. The central question driving this study is: “How can we assess the current paradigms of urban design to better understand and improve perceptions of safety … Read more

Rooted Eco-Scapes

An Exploration of Root Architecture and Material Study | TERM-2 EFFECTS OF EROSION CAUSES OF EROSION CURRENT SOLUTIONS AND PROBLEMS: THESIS OBJECCTIVE (WHAT IS NEEDED) POTENTIAL SITES STATE OF THE ART 3 MAIN TYPOLOGIES BIOLOGICAL ( ROOT AND SOIL STUDY), STRUCTURAL (SOIL COMPOSITION AND PRINTABILITY), DESIGN (SITE AND SPECIE SPECIFIC DESIGN EXPLORATION) BIOLOGICAL TYPOLOTY – … Read more

Democratizing Credit: Diving Deeper

City

Diving deeper into building a reliable rating algorithm The Importance & Significance of the F&B establishments in the City Food and Beverage (F&B) service outlets are significant indicators of urban progress as they reflect evolving consumer preferences, economic vitality, and the integration of social spaces within urban landscapes. These establishments act as hubs for community … Read more

Re-Rio: Ecological Justice

This project explores ecological justice through the lens of waste inequality in Rio de Janeiro. Focusing on the Gamboa neighborhood and the repurposing of the historic Moinho Fluminense silos, we propose a decentralized recycling system connected to local waste streams. By integrating informal and formal actors—such as catadores and recycling industries—we aim to reduce landfill … Read more

FLOOD RESILIENCE TOOLBOX

Flood Resilience Toolbox: AI-Powered Solutions for a Sustainable Future Flooding is the most frequent and costly natural disaster worldwide, with annual damages exceeding €38 billion. By 2050, this figure could rise to $64 billion, impacting millions of lives. Coastal cities, particularly in Southeast Asia, are at high risk due to rapid urbanization, sinking land, and … Read more