Group coordinator

Federico Luis del Blanco García

Participating UPM Centers

School of Architecture, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid

Involved Departments:

• Architectural Construction and Technology
• Architectural Design Projects
• Architectural Graphic Ideation

Members of the group include professionals from private organizations (ACCIONA, SBP_Schlaich Bergermann Partner, McNeel, CBRE_Coldwell Banker Richard Ellis Group) as well as faculty members from different Universities.

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ARCHITECTURAL COMPUTING AND DESIGN FOR CONSTRUCTION

The innovation group «Architectural Computing and Design for Construction» [ACDC] at the Universidad Politécnica de Madrid was established with the goal of integrating new technologies, sustainability, and innovation into architectural design and construction. The group promotes interdisciplinary research and collaboration between students and professionals, developing key competencies that can contribute to student education and the advancement of architecture.

• Computational Design and Algorithmic Thinking

Development and application of parametric and generative design methodologies to explore complex architectural forms and spatial systems.

• Artificial Intelligence in Architectural Design

Integration of AI tools, such as machine learning and evolutionary computation, to enhance design processes, performance evaluation, and creative decision-making.

• Digital Fabrication and Robotic Construction

Exploration of digital-to-physical workflows, including 3D printing, CNC milling, and robotic assembly for innovative construction techniques.

• BIM-Based Design and Construction Integration

Use of Building Information Modeling (BIM) for the coordination, simulation, and optimization of design, construction, and facility management processes.

• Form-Finding and Structural Morphogenesis

Research on computational form-finding strategies inspired by material behavior, geometry, and performance-driven design principles.

• Human-Machine Interaction in Design Processes

Study of interfaces, immersive environments (VR/AR), and collaborative systems to enhance interaction between architects and digital tools.

• Digital Heritage and Computational Preservation

Implementaion of digital technologies for the documentation, analysis, and reconstruction of architectural heritage using computaional design.

• Sustainability and Performance Driven Design

Application of environmental simulation tools and data driven design methods to optimize energy efficiency, daylighting, and thermal comfort.

ACTIVE MEMBERS:

• BLANCO GARCIA, FEDERICO LUIS DEL
  School of Architecture, Architectural Construction and Technology
• ALBEROLA PEIRO, MONICA
  School of Architecture, Architectural Design Projects
• ARRANZ ARRANZ, BEATRIZ
  School of Architecture, Architectural Construction and Technology
• CAMBRA RUFINO, LAURA
  School of Architecture, Architectural Construction and Technology
• CASQUEIRO BARREIRO, FERNANDO
  School of Architecture, Architectural Design Projects
• DIAZ CHYLA, ALEXANDER
  School of Architecture, Architectural Construction and Technology
• FERNANDEZ RODRIGUEZ, M. AURORA
  School of Architecture, Architectural Design Projects
• GARCIA MORALES, SOLEDAD
  School of Architecture, Architectural Construction and Technology
• GARCIA RIOS, ISMAEL
  School of Architecture, Architectural Graphic Ideation
• GONZALEZ CRUZ, ALEJANDRO JESUS
  School of Architecture, Architectural Construction and Technology
• HERRANZ SAGUAR, JOSE MARIA
  School of Architecture, Laboratory Technologist
• LIEBANA CARRASCO, OSCAR
  School of Architecture, Architectural Construction and Technology
• MARURI GLEZ. DE MENDOZA, NICOLAS
  School of Architecture, Architectural Design Projects
• NUÑEZ PEIRO, MIGUEL
  School of Architecture, Architectural Construction and Technology
• RAMOS MARTIN, MANUEL
  School of Architecture, Architectural Graphic Ideation
• SANCHEZ APARICIO, LUIS JAVIER
  School of Architecture, Architectural Construction and Technology
• SEVILLANO BENGOECHEA, GUILLERMO IGNACIO
  School of Architecture, Architectural Design Projects
• VARELA RECIO, HUGO
  School of Architecture, Architectural Construction and Technology

EXTERNAL MEMBERS: 

• Alcolea Ruiz, Tomás
  CBR (Coldwell Banker Richard Ellis Group), Experts from Public and Private Companies/Institutions
• Álvarez Ayuso, Luis
  SBP (Schlaich Bergermann Partner), Experts from Public and Private Companies/Institutions
• Cortes Nieves, Pedro
  MCNEEL, Experts from Public and Private Companies/Institutions
• Martín Talaverano, Rafael
  School of Architecture, Universidad de País Vasco
• Pineda Pérez, Tomás Alejandro
  ACCIONA, Experts from Public and Private Companies/Institutions

The members of the “Architectural Computing and Design for Construction” group participate in research, teaching, and professional collaboration agreements with a range of national and international universities and institutions. They have also been recognized with awards for their research and professional achievements by prestigious organizations in the fields of Architecture and Engineering, both nationally and internationally.

The group is always open to collaboration opportunities. Please feel free to contact us by email.

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