Alberto Sanchez Riera

Alberto Sánchez Riera is a researcher at the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC), affiliated with the Department of Architectural Representation at the Barcelona School of Architecture (ETSAB). He leads or participates in research groups such as CRAL, ADR&M, QURBIS, and ReDISSENY, focusing on architectural representation, heritage preservation, and digital technologies in education.

His research spans photogrammetry, BIM methodologies, augmented reality applications, and sustainable urban design. He has contributed to over 80 academic activities, including articles, projects, and conferences. His work integrates cutting-edge technologies to solve challenges in architectural education, energy efficiency in wooden structures, and the digital restoration of cultural heritage sites.

• Education Focus: Pioneered geo-located teaching using mobile AR for urban studies and architectural visualization.
• Heritage Projects: Recontextualized Girona Cathedral and Sansalvador Villa through photogrammetry and 3D modeling.
• Methodologies: Developed BIM/IFC frameworks for energy-efficient wooden architecture in Europe’s southwest.

His recent work emphasizes immersive virtual environments for spatial perception studies and the socio-technical impact of double-skin façades in urban spaces. He has no listed awards but maintains an active role in academic innovation and heritage conservation.