MASTER MATERIAL BALANCE DESIGN

DIGITAL TECHNIQUES AND CIRCULAR INNOVATIONS IN ARCHITECTURE

II EDITION 2024|2025

THE 2nd EDITION OF THE MASTER’s COURSE IS ABOUT TO START!
For more information and to find out more about the next edition, write to materialbalance-dabc@polimi.it

WHY THIS MASTER

In response to the escalating interest and rising demand for individuals adept at overseeing intricate architectural projects, we are delighted to introduce the second edition of the Master’s program, encompassing both Level I and II, titled “Material Balance Design: Digital Techniques and Circular Innovations in Architecture”.

This program is designed to equip professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to emerge as distinctive and forward-thinking figures in the dynamic field of architecture. Through comprehensive training, it will foster expertise in digital techniques and circular innovation strategies, aligning with the growing requirements of the national and international construction market seeking sustainable regeneration.

EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES

Train new professionals capable of facing and managing complex projects through the synergy between digital technologies’ potential and environmental balance needs.

An opportunity to acquire knowledge based on a new “material balance”, from concept design to construction details, capable of designing the transformation of our future environment with a renewed awareness.

The study and creation of new principles, tools, processes, and innovative products that rethink the contemporary role of the designer

COURSE STRUCTURE

The master’s program is blended with online theoretical and in-person practical sessions at the ABC Department’s Maba.SAPERLab Laboratory. Moreover, there will be the possibility to opt for just online Courses The course will be held from October 2024 till October 2025.

Lessons

online and in presence

Workshop

Design exercise integrated on themes identified during the training process

Internship

To be carried out at one of the partner/sponsor companies

Final exam

Public discussion of the final paper based on the contents of the Master’s program and the activities carried out as part of the internship

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

The Master aims to produce a professional figure capable of managing different activities concerning new technologies for design and construction with transversal skills, combining digital technologies and principles of the circular economy.