Studio Details

Location
Venice, Italy

Date
1-12th July, 2023
(6/7th weekend free unless notified otherwise)

Fee
2500 Euro

Studio Directors in Venice
Michele Pasca di Magliano (director, Zaha Hadid Architects)
Maria Tsironi (senior associate, Zaha Hadid Architects)
Othmane Kandri (designer, Zaha Hadid Architects)

Studio Project
Urban Regeneration/ Public Space Refurbishment

Time Commitment
3.5hrs / day classes (+ field trips, lectures and site visits)
*students should expect to spend additional time to develop their projects

Required Skills
Digital 3D Modelling, Post-Production Imagery

Required Software
Rhino, Grasshopper, Maya

Resources
Laptop computer

Field Trips and Site Visits
Trips into Venice and visits to local heritage areas. Students will have the opportunity to explore historical and contemporary architecture, gaining inspiration and a vision for the projects. Site visits, vaporetto trips, museums exhibitions, and urban spaces, will provide valuable insights and a deeper understanding for the city’s unique context.

note: The cost of all studio activities are covered by the Venice Studio program (inc. any transport), therefore there is no additional cost to students.

Studio Project

ZHA Venice Studio is designed to immerse students in the distinctive challenges and opportunities of creating infrastructure in Venice. Prioritizing a vision on the lagoon, resilience, and cultural preservation, the workshop guides participants through conceptualizing and planning infrastructure projects tailored to Venice’s unique needs. Objectives include exploring the historical, cultural, and environmental factors shaping Venice’s urban landscape, such as rising sea levels, tourism and historical preservation requirements. The workshop introduces resilient infrastructure design principles emphasizing minimal environmental impact and optimal resource efficiency within Venice’s delicate ecosystem.

With a focus on innovative design for a future scenario, the students are challenging the integration of a contemporary infrastructure while preserving Venice’s cultural and architectural heritage, discussions centre on adaptive strategies for existing structures. Emphasis is placed on involving local communities in the design process, discussing strategies for community participation, and understanding the specific needs of Venetian residents.

The workshop equips students with practical skills, insights, and a collaborative mindset essential for addressing Venice’s unique urban planning challenges. A dedicated chapter on the use of technology and parametric tools explores how cutting-edge advancements can enhance the design process. Students will learn about leveraging digital tools for data analysis, simulation, and visualization to optimize their design.

Zaha Hadid Architects

Zaha Hadid Architects work at all scales and in all sectors, creating transformative cultural, corporate, residential and other spaces that work in synchronicity with their surroundings.

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Internships

Students accepted into the Zaha Hadid Architects Studio at Venice Studio may be considered for available internship or job opportunities at Zaha Hadid Architects. Selection of candidates is at the sole discretion of the studio director and Zaha Hadid Architects. Places are not guaranteed.

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