Join us for an insightful Design Panel Talk featuring six distinguished experts, each offering a unique perspective on the latest advancements in architecture, design innovation, and emerging tools and technologies that are reshaping industries today.

This dynamic event will explore how these diverse fields are converging, with each guest presenting for one hour to provide an in-depth look at the transformative potential across architectural design and the role of AI in shaping the future of design. From groundbreaking applications to the future of AI-driven development, this panel offers a rare opportunity to gain valuable insights from leading voices at the forefront of the design revolution. Don't miss the chance to engage with experts pushing the boundaries of creativity and technology, driving change across architecture, design, and beyond.

Víctor Imperiale Calisto – gt2p Studio

Víctor Imperiale Calisto is a Chilean architect and designer and a founding member of gt2P (Great Things to People), a Santiago-based studio acclaimed for merging parametric design with traditional craftsmanship. The studio creates innovative works that reflect Chile’s cultural heritage and natural landscapes. gt2P’s creations are part of prestigious international exhibitions and collections, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Design Museum London. Represented by Friedman Benda Gallery, the studio is a leader in exploring the intersection of digital technology and artisanal techniques in contemporary design.

José Antonio Carrillo

Jose Carrillo is an Architect, Computational Food Designer, and Associate Professor of Architecture at the American University in Dubai (AUD). He holds a Master’s in Sustainable Architecture and Urban Planning, a Master of Architecture (M.Arch.), a Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.), and a Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) in Building Engineering, all from the University of Alicante, Spain.

As a researcher, Jose is pursuing a PhD in artificial intelligence, computational design, and digital fabrication, focusing on the intersection of architecture and gastronomy. He serves as a member of the editorial committee for the UOU Scientific Journal of Architecture and was the editor of its fourth issue, Gastrotecture, on his doctoral research.

Jose collaborates with scientists, chefs, and brands on multi-scale projects that range from architectural interventions and interior design to gastronomic experiences and food innovation. As an educator, he founded and has directed @archEatable since 2018, an interdisciplinary university project dedicated to teaching digital design and fabrication techniques adapted from architecture to gastronomy. Jose's innovative teaching approach has been recognized with awards such as the AUD Provost’s Award for Innovation in Teaching and the President’s Award for Teaching Excellence.

He has conducted numerous workshops and trainings on Rhinoceros, Grasshopper, and Computational Food Design. He has also been a visiting professor at the European University of Madrid, IUAV University of Venice, and the Basque Culinary Center in San Sebastián.

As a speaker, Jose has contributed to conferences and forums such as Foodture Barcelona, GastroInnova Canarias, the Food Design Festival Madrid, and eFood. His work has been exhibited at international architecture and art fairs, including the Venice Architecture Biennale, Art Dubai, and the Sikka Art and Design Festival.

Ila Colombo Ila is an award-winning AI collaborator, artist, and creative director with over a decade of experience in the avant-garde world of Design, Art, Architecture, and Technology. Her unique perspective combines spatial computing, 3D printing, design-art installations, and conceptual works, pushing the boundaries of design

innovation.

With a passion for sustainable practices and algorithmic and biomorphic design, Ila has made her mark at the leading design studio of British designer Ross Lovegrove. There, she offers design thinking, craft-tech development, and creative direction for projects related to commercial objects, speculative experimental works, AIiterations, brand partnerships, and international exhibitions.

Her current research on both the practical and philosophical impacts of generative AI within the creative industries involves multi-modal workflows, team training, student education, and ethical considerations. Ila co-founded DEOND, a Dubai-based multidisciplinary AI, R&D & 3DPA practice that merges human-centric creativity with advanced computation and digital fabrication. Ila is a member of the RIBA and an appointed member of the Architecture Program Advisory Board at the American University in Dubai (AUD). She recently contributed to the landmark report on ‘AI for Creative Industries’ by the Dubai Future Foundation and Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution, highlighting fundamental principles, insights, and guidelines for the technology.

Isma Sanz

Isma Sanz is a Spanish architect, artist, and computational designer specializing in parametric and generative design. He currently serves as the Lead Designer and Head of Computational Design at OBM International in Miami, Florida, where he focuses on architectural design, parametric design, and advanced computational methodologies. His nomadic spirit has led him to live and work in various countries, including Spain, Mexico, India, China, Hong Kong, and the United States. Through his work, he explores the potential of generative systems and their integration with architecture and art.

His work has been featured in exhibitions across Spain, Germany, Japan, and China, reflecting his commitment to the intersection of technology and art in contemporary architecture.

Olivia Nielsen

Olivia Nielsen is a Principal at Miyamoto International where she focuses on resilient housing solutions. From post-disaster Haiti to Papua New Guinea, she has developed and worked on critical housing programs in over 45 countries.

Olivia has over a decade of experience in housing finance, housing public-private partnerships, post-disaster reconstruction, and green construction. Through her work, she hopes to make safe and affordable housing available to all.

Through collaborative efforts and strategic planning, Olivia is dedicated to shaping urban landscapes that balance thriving communities with their natural environments, ensuring equitable and forward-thinking urban growth.

Kimia Farahnak

Kimia Farahnak is a designer and researcher who specializes in large-scale 3D printing and advanced digital tools. Based at Autodesk's Technology Center in San Francisco, she integrates computation, fabrication, and concept development and explores the intersection of humans, machines, and artificial intelligence.

Her innovative work emphasizes sustainability and digital craft, earning her recognition and awards for contributions to architectural research and design. She has been actively involved in projects that push the boundaries of materials and fabrication technologies.

In addition to her design practice, Kimia conducts workshops and training sessions on 3D printing technologies, sharing her expertise with professionals and students alike. Her efforts reflect a commitment to advancing the role of technology in architecture.