Andrea Tartaglia

Andrea Tartaglia is a Full Professor of Technological and Environmental Design of Architecture (CEAR-08/C) at the Department of Humanities, University of Catania. He previously held academic positions at the Politecnico di Milano, progressing from Research Fellow to Associate Professor in Architectural Technology (ICAR/12). He obtained national scientific qualification for Full Professor (First Fascia) in 2018. He has served as Vice-Coordinator and Quality Assurance Coordinator for the Master's program in Architecture, Built Environment, Interiors, and is a member of doctoral colleges in Architecture and Construction Engineering.

• Full Professor, University of Catania
• Former Associate Professor, Politecnico di Milano
• Member, Italian Society of Architectural Technology (SITdA)

Education:

• PhD in Technical Innovation and Design in Architecture, Politecnico di Milano (2004)
• Master of Arts in Health Buildings: Planning, Management and Design, London South Bank University (1998)
• Laurea with honors in Architecture, Politecnico di Milano (1996)

Andrea Tartaglia’s research focuses on the integration of environmental, technological, and regulatory dimensions in architectural design. His work emphasizes innovation in public buildings, urban regeneration, and sustainable construction processes. He investigates the relationship between environment, health/well-being, and norms across different scales, with a focus on governance, programming, and design processes. His research includes the development of environmental impact assessment tools for urban regeneration and the application of nature-based solutions to enhance urban resilience and public space quality. He has contributed to numerous national research projects (PRIN), feasibility studies, and policy support for public institutions.

His recent publications and teaching activities reflect a strong trend toward sustainable, technologically advanced, and socially responsive architecture. His work bridges academic research with practical design and policy applications, particularly in the context of climate change adaptation and circular economy in the built environment.

Scientific Awards:

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Andrea Tartaglia has supervised multiple thesis students on topics ranging from Bauhaus history to augmented reality in art. He has coordinated various design studios and taught courses in Technological Design, Environmental Technology, and Building Construction at both undergraduate and graduate levels. His research is supported through national and institutional grants, particularly PRIN projects focused on urban regeneration and environmental quality. He leads research initiatives that integrate multidisciplinary, multi-scale planning approaches and product qualification in architecture.

Labs and Research Teams:

• Member of the Board of Directors, Italian Society of Architectural Technology (SITdA)
• Involved in PRIN research projects on urban regeneration and environmental design
• Coordinates research on environmental impact assessment and urban resilience