FORM – Monday, 14 September 2026
09:00 – 09:30 | Opening Session
Welcome, course presentation, objectives, and organization of the Summer School.
09:30 – 10:30 | Lecture
A Different Rome: Monumental and Very Modern
Introduction to the architectural and urban development of modern Rome, with particular reference to the EUR district.
11:30 – 12:30 | Lecture
Ruled Surfaces in Architecture
Geometric principles and architectural applications of ruled surfaces.
13:30 – 16:30 | Demonstration
Rhinoceros: NURBS Curves, Mesh and SubD Modelling
Introduction to digital geometric modelling workflows and surface generation techniques.
16:30 – 18:30 | Site Visit
EUR District and Torri Ligini
Guided visit to the architectural case study selected for the Summer School.
PANELING – Tuesday, 15 September 2026
09:00 – 10:30 | Lecture
Geometric Principles of Tessellation
Fundamental concepts of tessellation applied to architectural geometry.
10:30 – 12:00 | Lecture
Parametrization and Adaptive Tessellation
Parametric approaches to geometric control and adaptive pattern generation.
12:00 – 13:00 | Demonstration
Grasshopper: Tessellation and Attractor Systems
Introduction to algorithmic modelling and generative design strategies.
14:00 – 15:00 | Demonstration
Grasshopper: Tessellation and Attractor Systems – Advanced Applications
Development of adaptive geometric systems through parametric workflows.
15:00 – 18:00 | Workshop
Application of Parametric Patterns
Design and implementation of parametric tessellation systems for architectural surfaces.
TECH SYSTEM – Wednesday, 16 September 2026
09:00 – 10:30 | Lecture
High-Tech Façade Systems
Overview of contemporary façade technologies and advanced envelope systems.
10:30 – 13:00 | Demonstration
Rhinoceros: Typical Joints and Custom Components
Digital modelling of façade components, connections, and assembly strategies.
14:00 – 18:00 | Workshop
Façade Node Development
Design and development of façade nodes and modular construction details.
AI VIZ – Thursday, 17 September 2026
09:00 – 10:30 | Lecture
AI for Architectural Skin Visualization
Introduction to artificial intelligence tools for architectural representation and visualization.
10:30 – 13:00 | Demonstration
AI Rendering Workflow
Generation of architectural visualizations through AI-assisted workflows.
14:00 – 18:00 | Workshop
Contextual Rendering Development
Production of advanced visualizations and communication materials for architectural projects.
WORKSHOP – Friday, 18 September 2026
09:00 – 13:00 | Workshop
Project Development and Tutoring
Development of final design proposals with continuous tutoring and review activities.
14:00 – 18:00 | Review Workshop
Pitch Simulation and File Export
Preparation of final presentations, project documentation, and digital deliverables.
PITCH – Saturday, 19 September 2026
09:00 – 09:30 | Setup Session
Introduction to the final presentation procedures.
09:30 – 11:30 | Final Pitch Session
Presentation of the design projects developed during the Summer School, followed by discussion and questions.
11:30 – 12:00 | Final Feedback and Evaluation
Final review, evaluation of outcomes, and closing remarks.