NCCR – AdvanceAEC https://www.advanceaec.net AdvanceAEC Network Mon, 23 Mar 2026 09:56:59 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.advanceaec.net/aaec-files/2020/10/cropped-AEC_favicon-1-1-32x32.png NCCR – AdvanceAEC https://www.advanceaec.net 32 32 Future of Construction 2026 – Early Registration conclude March 22 https://www.advanceaec.net/event/future-of-construction-2026-early-registration-conclude-march-22/ Wed, 20 May 2026 07:00:00 +0000 https://www.advanceaec.net/?post_type=tribe_events&p=5510

The Future of Construction (FoC) 2026 Symposium examines how emerging technologies are transforming design and building practices. Hosted at ETH Zurich, May 20 –23 by the NCCR DFAB and Design++, the four-day program includes a day of workshops, two days of curated presentations, and a final day of technical tours across Switzerland.

Keynote and session speakers will be announced throughout March and April – full programme to be announced soon.

Registration is now open!

FoC26 EARLY registration discounts available until Sunday March 22, 2026, full price thereafter.

https://futureofconstruction.ethz.ch



]]> 2nd advanceaec postdoc network meeting https://www.advanceaec.net/event/pnm2_2025/ Sun, 28 Sep 2025 22:00:00 +0000 https://www.advanceaec.net/?post_type=tribe_events&p=5297

program and registration

Location:

University of Stuttgart, IntCDC

Date:

29. – 30. september 2025

Join us for the second two-day AdvanceAEC postdoc network meeting at the University of Stuttgart! The program includes visits to the ILEK tent, the D1244 adaptive high-rise, and the IntCDC large-scale robotic laboratory with demonstrations of the robots and cranes in action. Visit the Stuttgart 21 construction site, attend leadership workshops, and get networked at the IntCDC Cluster party.

Now open for registration
registration deadline friday, 15 august 2025

program and the registration form is available to AdvanceAEC network partners.
Please register or log-in to your account to access the registration form.

Venue:

University of Stuttgart, campus city center
KI Building, Keplerstraße 11, 70174 Stuttgart
directions: Campus map & directions | University of Stuttgart

Contact:

Karolin Tampe-Mai
exc 2120 intcdc, university of stuttgart

karolin.tampe-mai@intcdc.uni-stuttgart.de

Michaela Mey
exc 2120 intcdc, university of stuttgart

michaela.mey@intcdc.uni-stuttgart.de

Get noticed! Take advantage of the special promotion opportunity and click the box on the pre-registration form below to activate your profile on the dedicated Postdoc Network page on the AAEC website: postdoc network – AdvanceAEC

Your tile will be drawn directly from your personal profile page. (A video tutorial on how to shape your profile can be found here: Shape your profile for best visibility – AdvanceAEC.

Mission statement:

The mission of the AdvanceAEC Postdoc Network is to support and empower early career researchers in the AAEC network in their professional development and facilitate networking and collaboration.



]]> Frei Otto 100 Symposium https://www.advanceaec.net/event/frei-otto-100-symposium/ Wed, 04 Jun 2025 22:00:00 +0000 https://www.advanceaec.net/?post_type=tribe_events&p=5139

The spirit of lightweight construction

Date:

5-6 June 2025

More info:

https://www.freiotto100.de/

Organized by:

Institute for Lightweight Structures and Conceptual Design, University of Stuttgart, Germany
Institute of Architectural History

Event description:

Frei Otto (1925-2015) was a visionary innovative architect and master of lightweight structures. May 31, 2025 marks the 100th anniversary of his birth. To commemorate his exceptional spirit of experimentation, his works, methods, and international networks, the University of Stuttgart organizes a two-day convention.

Frei Otto 100 | The Spirit of Lightweight Construction will take place at the Institute for Lightweight Structures and Conceptual Design (ILEK) in Stuttgart-Vaihingen, formerly known as IL (Institut für Leichte Flächentragwerke). Its tent structure, designed by Frei Otto as a prototype for the German Pavilion at the EXPO ‘67 in Montreal, provides an inspiring space for open reflection on past and present achievements in the field of lightweight construction.

The two-day event will include a historical reflection on Frei Otto’s work, methods and networks, supported by the testimonies of several contemporary witnesses. It will also focus on how different generations of researchers and practitioners interpret the legacy of the Stuttgart School of Lightweight Construction.

Registration is now open. Early bird tickets are available until 15 March 2025.



]]> AdvanceAEC Postdoc Network Meeting. 12 – 14 May 2025. program and registration https://www.advanceaec.net/event/pnm2025/ Sun, 11 May 2025 22:00:00 +0000 https://www.advanceaec.net/?post_type=tribe_events&p=5114

Location:

ETH Zurich

Date:

12. – 14. May 2025

Join us for this first 3-day Meeting of the AdvanceAEC Postdoc Network hosted by the NCCR Digital Fabrication at ETH Zurich! The program will include tours, demos, career development workshops, and networking opportunities.

now open for registration
registration deadline 14 april 2025

program and the registration form is available to AdvanceAEC network partners.
Please register or log-in to your account to access the registration form.

Venue:

ETH Hönggerberg
HIB Building
Stefano-Franscini-Platz 1
CH-8093 Zurich
Anreise: ⁣Campus Hönggerberg | ETH Zürich

Contact:

Kaitlin McNally
eth zurich, nccr digital fabrication
mcnally@dfab.ch

Karolin Tampe-Mai
exc 2120 intcdc, university of stuttgart
karolin.tampe-mai@intcdc.uni-stuttgart.de

Get noticed! Take advantage of the special promotion opportunity and click the box on the pre-registration form below to activate your profile on the dedicated Postdoc Network page on the AAEC website: postdoc network – AdvanceAEC

Your tile will be drawn directly from your personal profile page. (A video tutorial on how to shape your profile can be found here: Shape your profile for best visibility – AdvanceAEC).

Mission statement:

The mission of the AdvanceAEC Postdoc Network is to support and empower early career researchers in the AAEC network in their professional development and facilitate networking and collaboration.



]]> Speculative Design Futures in Construction https://www.advanceaec.net/event/speculative-design-futures-in-construction/ Mon, 14 Apr 2025 14:00:00 +0000 https://www.advanceaec.net/?post_type=tribe_events&p=5211

Speculative Design Futures in Construction

Date:

Monday, 14 April 2025 | 4:00 – 5:30 p.m.

The event will take place digitally and in person!

Speaker:

Associated Prof. AnnaLisa Meyboom
School of Architecture and Landscape Architecture
University of British Columbia, Canada

Location:

Hörsaal – M 11.11, Keplerstraße 11, 70174 Stuttgart

Webex-Link:

https://unistuttgart.webex.com/unistuttgart/j.php?MTID=mc2fd045d12274332fa960c3a87e6e1c2

Abstract

Architecture translates culture into built form. Technology is providing designers with bionic abilities in both design and construction. The important question becomes what and how should we build? What opportunities do these abilities present and how should they be used to transform our built environment? Speculative futures created by designers are powerful and allow society to see possible outcomes and the potential of new technologies. The academy also plays a crucial role by pushing boundaries and demonstrating potential. This talk will present explorations in speculative design futures both for the future of wood and our city infrastructure.


AnnaLisa Meyboom

AnnaLisa Meyboom is visiting us from the University of British Columbia, (Vancouver/ Canada), where she is an Associate Professor at the School of Architecture and Landscape Architecture. Her research focuses on the intersection of design, technology, and the environment, particularly in the areas of advanced architectural design processes and robotic fabrication of wood, and urban informatics and future infrastructures.

AnnaLisa has a Masters in Architecture from the University of British Columbia and a Bachelor of Applied Science from the University of Waterloo. She has been a visiting professor, lecturer and invited critic at a number of universities, including the University of Toronto, Harvard University, University of Virginia, South-East University in China, and the University of Calgary. She is a frequent speaker at international conferences and workshops and has published in several journals and books. She has authored two books – “Driverless Urban Futures” and “Design Capital: The Hidden Value of Design in Infrastructures.”

AnnaLisa is an active member of the academic and design community. She is a registered architect and registered engineer and has worked on a range of speculative and realized projects both in engineering and architecture, from small-scale residential to bridges and large-scale urban design. She teaches research studios, design-build classes, advanced structures and computing seminars, architectural structures courses, and robotic fabrication seminars, as well as architectural thesis students.

We look forward to your participation in what promises to be an inspiring and forward-thinking event.

Best,
IntCDC Management Team


]]> Invitation: AMC Symposium Building the Future (March 31 – April 1, 2025) https://www.advanceaec.net/event/invitation-amc-symposium-building-the-future-march-31-april-1-2025/ Sun, 30 Mar 2025 22:00:00 +0000 https://www.advanceaec.net/?post_type=tribe_events&p=5169

Dear AdvanceAEC network,

We are pleased to invite you to the AMC – Symposium: Building the Future, taking place at Bauhaus-Universität Weimar on March 31 – April 1, 2025.

The symposium will explore the transition from “Form Follows Function” to “Form Follows Material.” A century ago, Bauhaus revolutionized architecture with a new formal language, influenced by art and craftsmanship. Today, we are at another turning point: robotic fabrication and digital design allow materials to shape form in unprecedented ways. By aligning construction processes with material properties, we unlock new possibilities for architectural design and construction.

At the symposium, leading researchers and industry experts will discuss key topics, including how digital design and additive manufacturing influence the built environment, what role sustainable materials play in the future of construction, and how Bauhaus principles can be reinterpreted in a digital age. These and many other questions will be addressed in presentations and discussions featuring renowned speakers from MIT, Bauhaus Dessau, MFPA, Brüninghoff Group, SOPHISTIK AG, and other leading institutions.

Event Details

Date: March 31 – April 1, 2025
Location: Bauhaus-Universität Weimar, Maurice-Halbwachs-Auditorium (Steubenstraße 6, Haus F, Weimar)
Participation: Free of charge, open to the public, in-person and via live stream

To register and find more information, please visit: https://forms.gle/mJJJT2EBbiyNJrMt5

We look forward to your participation and an inspiring exchange of ideas.
Best regards,
AMC – TRR 277 Team



]]> arch_manu: Centre for Next-Gen Architectural Manufacturing https://www.advanceaec.net/event/arch_manu-centre-for-next-gen-architectural-manufacturing/ Mon, 10 Mar 2025 08:00:00 +0000 https://www.advanceaec.net/?post_type=tribe_events&p=5162

Title:

arch_manu
Centre for Next-Gen Architectural Manufacturing

Date:

10th March 2025
7pm AEDT / 9am CEST

Speaker:

M. Hank Haeusler
Dr. Chris Bamborough
Dr. Zayad Motlib

The AEC sector faces an urgent challenge: achieving net-zero targets by 2050 while simultaneously creating high-quality built environments for a growing population. This challenge carries significant social and political implications for which scalable solutions require speedy discovery and implementation.
To meet this need, Australia’s leading Architecture, Design, and Engineering (ADE) practices and professional bodies have joined forces with academic researchers to establish the ARC Centre for Next-Gen Architectural Manufacturing (Arch_Manu). Funded by the Australian Research Council, Arch_Manu is dedicated to advancing national productivity and climate goals through the digital transformation of ADE professions.
Leveraging the partnership between academia and industry, we triangulate world-leading researchers, visionary practitioners, and talented graduates to integrate state-of-the-art research into practice. Our program of industry-embedded PhDs, national and international placements, short courses, and postdoctoral projects will grow digital knowledge, skills, and capacity within the AEC sector.

In this talk, we will outline Arch_Manu’s approach to not only developing and delivering impactful research but also driving sector-wide training and upskilling to ensure lasting transformation.

The event data is available to AdvanceAEC network partners. Please register or log-in to your account to access the event data.



]]> Session #2 – Postdoctoral Networking https://www.advanceaec.net/autumnschool-2022/postdoctoral-networking/ Mon, 30 May 2022 13:37:20 +0000 https://www.advanceaec.net/?post_type=autumnschool-2022&p=3814

Speakers


Russell Loveridge


https://dfab.ch/people/russell-loveridge-1

Russell Loveridgeis Managing Director of the Swiss National Centre of Competence in Research Digital Fabrication (NCCR DFAB). He studied civil engineering and then architecture, completing his MAS at ETH Zurich, and his PhD at EPF Lausanne. He has worked professionally in architecture and construction, and has extensive academic experience as both a researcher and project manager. Russell coordinates the NCCR’s multi-disciplinary team of researchers, engineers and technical staff, guiding one of the most advanced multi-disciplinary research consortiums worldwide that focuses on changing the way we design and build.


Session: Session #2 – Postdoctoral Networking
Date: 12.10.2022 – 9:00 am to 11:30 am
Category: Postdocs Supporting Measures
Type: Workshop: 3 parts: 1. Presentations (30min), 2. Inter-person exercise (60min), 3. Networking (30min)
Venue: University of Stuttgart, Campus City Centre
targeted participants: Postdocs and Senior Research Associates (pre-professorship)
nr. of participants: 15 to 40

Session #2 – Postdoctoral Networking

Objectives: Assist late stage researchers with career development and networking

  • 1. Provide guidance on late-stage career development in sciences, teaching and research
  • 2. Conduct Networking skills exercises
  • 3. Provide time for participants to network

This workshop is intended for senior researchers and postdocs, and will provide guidance and support in later-stage career development. The workshop focuses on identifying and improving soft-skills of dealing with People, Responsibilities, and Communication all within the scope of academia. The initial presentations will provide guidance on strategic development, presentation skills, mentoring, and collaboration. The exercises are aimed at improving networking and discussion skills. The final time of the workshop will allow for all participants to interact, and to practice the learned skills. The goal of this workshop is to provide senior AAEC researchers with knowledge and networks as support in the advancement of their career.


]]> Workshop #8 – COMPAS – A framework for computational research in architecture and structures https://www.advanceaec.net/autumnschool-2022/compas-a-framework-for-computational-research-in-architecture-and-structures/ Mon, 30 May 2022 13:27:00 +0000 https://www.advanceaec.net/?post_type=autumnschool-2022&p=3807

Speakers


Tom Van Mele

https://block.arch.ethz.ch/brg/people/tom-van-mele


Lotte (Aldinger) Scheder-Bieschin

https://block.arch.ethz.ch/brg/people/lotte-scheder-bieschin


Gonzalo Casas

https://gramaziokohler.arch.ethz.ch/web/e/team/241.html


Romana Rust

https://gramaziokohler.arch.ethz.ch/web/e/team/193.html


Schedule

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Workshop: Workshop #8 – COMPAS – A framework for computational research in architecture and structures
Date: 11.10.2022 – 9:00 am to 06:00 pm
Category: Computation
Type: Computational workshop (practical work)
Venue: University of Stuttgart, Campus City Centre
targeted participants: Researchers and research leaders at all levels
nr. of participants: 10 to 40

Workshop #8 – COMPAS – A framework for computational research in architecture and structures

Digital Fabrication in the Architecture, Engineering and Construction industry, requires the combination of various toolchains and software platforms, across the boundaries of multiple scientific (, socio-economic) and technological domains, into efficient pipelines for integrated computational development and project delivery. Over the past 6 years, the NCCR Digital Fabrication at ETH Zurich has greatly invested in the development of COMPAS, a comprehensive open-source computational framework written in Python, that aims at streamlining these multi-disciplinary workflows and the integration of state-of-the-art tooling to simplify their adoption by architects, designers and researchers from within parametric design environments.

In this 1-day workshop, Tom Van Mele and Lotte (Aldinger) Scheder-Bieschin of Block Research Group and Gonzalo Casas of Gramazio Kohler Research will introduce participants to COMPAS by providing an overview of the functionality of the core framework, the extension packages, the UI system, and its relation to CAD software. Together with the participants they will then step-by-step explore an example application focused on the modelling, equilibrium analysis, and robotic fabrication of a discrete assembly.

By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

  • Use the geometry kernel and core data structures of COMPAS.
  • Exchange data between different processes, plugins and tools.
  • Design a simple discrete element model, identify the interfaces between the blocks, and manage block interactions with a specialised data structure.
  • Calculate the required conditions for equilibrium.
  • Analyse and explain the kinematic structure of a robot model (Links, Joints, Joint Types, URDF description format).
  • Describe and discuss building blocks of robotics (forward and inverse kinematics, cartesian and kinematic planning, planning scene).
  • Apply building blocks of robotics to plan stereotypical assembly processes (e.g. brick laying) in a simulation context.

Please note:

All participants:


]]> AdvanceAEC Partner Tour: ETH Zürich + EMPA NEST https://www.advanceaec.net/event/advanceaec-partner-tour-eth-zurich-empa-nest-2/ Mon, 20 Jun 2022 11:00:00 +0000 https://www.advanceaec.net/?post_type=tribe_events&p=3770

AdvanceAEC Partner Tour: ETH Zürich + EMPA NEST

AdvanceAEC researchers are invited for a guided visit of the DFAB facilities at ETH Zurich and EMPA Dübendorf. The tour is hosted by the NCCR Digital Fabrication and will include selected researcher presentations and visits to the following locations:

The date and time of the tour is aligned for AdvanceAEC members who wish to stay longer in Zurich and participate in the “Future of Construction Symposium” on June 21-23.

Registration: Please register using the following on-line form – TOUR REGISTRATION

Meeting place: ETH Hoenggerberg, 13:00 Monday June 20th

Cost: Tour =Free  (travel and accommodation at individual expense)

Confirmation: All attendees will be confirmed by June 7th by email, including all details for the visit.

Places are limited to 30 participants Register Here. AdvanceAEC researchers also registered for In-Person attendance at the Future of Construction Symposium in Zurich (June 21-23) will be prioritised.

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