Leonardo Aravena

Leonardo Aravena is an Associate Professor at the School of Architecture and Design (EAD), Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso (PUCV), Chile, holding a Master's degree in Architecture and Design. Active since 2001, he teaches core design courses including Material Objects Workshop, Manufacturing with Digital Media, and Thesis Project on Object Design across vocational, disciplinary, and professional cycles.

Education

• Master in Architecture and Design, PUCV

Research Interests

His work centers on industrial design innovation through digital manufacturing and material interaction, blending traditional craftsmanship with computational tools. Territorial studies via 11 documented field crossings across Chile (2001-2024) inform sustainable design solutions for objects and human-powered vehicles, emphasizing regional context and ecological responsiveness.

Publications Overview

His sole documented publication (2008) explores hydrofoil transmission systems for nautical applications, reflecting early interests in mechanical design for sustainable transportation. Current MADLAB projects like the clay extruder demonstrate ongoing focus on material innovation and fabrication technology.

Awards

No scientific awards were specified in available records.

Advising

Aravena supervises graduate thesis projects in object design and leads specialized workshops in digital manufacturing, guiding students through material experimentation and territorial interaction studies.

Labs

As a MADLAB contributor, he develops custom fabrication tools including the clay extruder project, advancing research in digital manufacturing and material-based design processes.