May 2025 Workshops Bundle

Senior Architect and Computational Designer in Cloud Cooperation (Vienna, Austria). BIM and Parametric Design Consultant in Coop Himmelb(l)au. Dubai Airport BIM manager from Coop Himmelb(l)au side. Autodesk Certified Professional Revit Architecture and MEP, Autodesk Expert Elite Alumni. Former computational designer at Coop Himmelb(l)au

Nicolas Turchi is the Director of the international RIBA chartered architecture studio nt-ar, as well as an ARB- and RIBA-accredited architect in the United Kingdom. He is a Professor at the American University in Dubai and an Adjunct Professor at the University of Bologna, with previous academic experience at the Manchester School of Architecture, Harvard University, Politecnico di Milano, and Birmingham City University. Nicolas holds a Master in Architecture II from Harvard University and a five-year Bachelor's and Master’s Degree in Architecture from the University of Bologna, where he received the prestigious Giacomo Venturi Award for the best thesis. Before founding nt-ar, with offices in both the UK and Dubai, he worked for renowned international studios, including Zaha Hadid Architects, Peter Eisenman Architects, Hernan Diaz Alonso Architects, Mario Cucinella Architects, and 5+1AA. Turchi is particularly passionate about emerging technologies and their impact on architectural theory. His interdisciplinary research explores the relationship between architecture, philosophy, and physics, with numerous publications on the introduction of the fourth dimension in architecture ("Spacetime Architecture"). His work has been widely published and exhibited on leading platforms and at major international events, including the Venice Biennale, Milan Design Week, ArchDaily, and the Theatre of Digital Art (TODA) in Dubai.

Ali Al-Siwife is an architectural designer with a passion for computational design. As a lead designer at NT_AR, he integrates computational design and analysis into a range of innovative projects. A student from the CPU[Ai] atelier at MSA, his approach is enriched by insights from leading researchers in computational thinking.

Tim Fu is a renowned architectural designer specializing in advanced computation and artificial intelligence (AI). Emerging from Zaha Hadid Architects, he founded Studio Tim Fu, a high-tech architectural practice pioneering the integration of AI into visionary design. As an active educator, Tim has held various workshops on advanced computation in design. Furthermore, he outspoken advocate of using and integrating AI in the architecture industry, speaking at multiple universities and conferences globally. Tim also amassed a following as a content-creator, sharing his design and technological innovations on numerous platforms.

Saina Abdollahzadeh is an ARB Architect and RIBA Chartered member, leading design and construction projects at Studio Tim Fu. She specializes in human-centric design and architectural application of GenAI technology. With a strong focus on leveraging AI tools to enhance creative workflows, Saina will guide participants through the transformative role of AI in architecture, covering content generation and concept realization.

Rada Daleva is a project lead at Studio Tim Fu, specialising in AI-driven architectural design. With a background in architecture, she manages projects from concept to completion, ensuring design excellence with AI-driven workflows. Beyond her work at Studio Tim Fu, she uses AI to design biomorphic furniture for her brand, Daleva Design, collaborating with artisans for production. Drawing from her expertise, Rada will teach participants the principles of AI-driven design and how to integrate AI into their workflows for real-world application in architectural design.

Marco Alfaro is leading STF Labs, computational research group at Studio Tim Fu, specializing in AI integration within Architecture and Urban Design. He holds an MArch from the Bartlett School of Architecture, UCL, with expertise in parametric design, biomimicry, and data-driven strategies. His research includes the application of AI and computational design application in architecture and urban planning, AR/VR, and other advanced design methodologies.