11:30 am – 1:00 pm ET | Tuesday, March 25 | Online | 1.5 HSW/LUs
This presentation addresses the urgent need for architects to adopt transformative practices in response to the global environmental crisis. Through the case study of Peccioli, Italy, attendees will learn how innovative urban regeneration, centered on sustainable waste management and community engagement, can revitalize communities and achieve measurable environmental and social benefits. The program highlights Peccioli’s recognition at the Venice Biennale 2021 and its role as a model for applying the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Attendees will gain insights from award-winning projects and learn how to integrate these strategies into their own work, fostering resilient and sustainable communities.
Alessandro Melis’ presentation offers a unique opportunity to learn from an internationally recognized, real-world case study that addresses the urgency of community resilience. You will gain insights from leading architects and decision-makers, explore award-winning projects, and learn how to apply innovative sustainable design practices to their own work. The program also highlights the integration of AI and machine learning in design, and the impact of international collaborations.
Learning Objectives
1. Analyze practice-based case studies, such as Peccioli, to identify effective approaches to urban regeneration and sustainable development.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and their application in architectural projects to promote environmental and economic circularity.
3. Describe the transformation of a fragile architectural context into a hub for contemporary art and architecture, highlighting key innovations and strategies.
4. Develop actionable strategies to implement similar urban regeneration and sustainable practices in their own communities, inspired by the Peccioli case study.
Register here | AIA Members (all states): $45 | Non-members: $75