Simone Muscolino

Simone Muscolino is an Associate Professor and Director of the Art Foundation program at VCUArts Qatar. He holds a Master in Architecture from Polytechnic University of Turin, Italy, with a focus on interaction-design and time-based media. His research explores intersections between technology, culture, and urban dynamics through projects like the '-162°C Trading Power' installations examining Qatar-Japan energy trade relationships. Muscolino co-directs Sonic Jeel, a research lab investigating audiovisual media in Gulf contexts.

He has taught at institutions including Architectural Association London, Strelka Institute Moscow, and Domus Academy Milan. Notable works include 'Moving Postcards' (short video fragments documenting spaces) and 'Fake In Italy' (cultural object experiments). His collaborations include exhibitions at Venice Biennale, Victoria & Albert Museum, and Qatar's Fire Station Gallery. Awards include Red Dot Design Awards for Tasmeem conference publications.