Lorenzo Savio

Lorenzo Savio is an Associate Professor at the Department of Architecture and Design (DAD) of Politecnico di Torino. His work focuses on architectural technology, construction history, and sustainable design with specific emphasis on 20th-century building materials and vernacular architecture.

• Ricercatore di Architettura e Produzione Edilizia (L.240)
• Email: lorenzo.savio@polito.it

Research interests: Building materials, Building refurbishment, Construction history, Sustainable architecture, and Vernacular architecture. His work addresses climate-positive communities through:

• Energy transition in architecture
• Adaptive reuse strategies
• Historical construction systems analysis
• Accessibility and social inclusion

Recent research trends show focus on:

• Sustainable material innovation (cannabis waste fibers)
• Historical technical documentation (A. Bombelli archives)
• Building system analysis (sliding gates, astronomical observatories)
• Post-pandemic urban recovery (Parkout project)
• Environmental monitoring technology integration
• Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) methodologies

Key collaborations: Non-commercial agreements with A. Bombelli 1889 Association and SCR Piemonte Spa. Involved in EU H2020 Green Deal and national PRIN projects.

• Scientific Director for 13 projects (2020-2026)
• Research team member for 11 projects

Labs/teams: Affiliated with multiple research centers including:

• Institute of Mountain Architecture (IAM)
• Accessibility to Cultural Heritage Lab
• AxS - Architecture for Health
• Building Companies Historical Analysis Group