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Paolo Vitti is an Associate Professor at the University of Notre Dame's School of Architecture. He specializes in restoration of cultural heritage sites, sustainable architecture, and construction history, with a focus on Mediterranean regions. His work bridges ancient techniques with modern sustainability challenges.
- Education: Architecture (1990) and Restoration of Built Heritage (1996) from Sapienza University of Rome; PhD (2013) from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
- Key Roles: Tutor at Sapienza (2002–2015), Adjunct Professor at University of Rochester (2010–2016), Visiting Associate Professor at University of Rome Tre (2014–2020), Instructor at University of Padua (2015), Visiting Professor at University of Salerno (2018), and Morocco lecturer (2017–2022)
His research explores how traditional building techniques like brick vaulting and lime-based mortars can inform sustainable architecture. Recent work focuses on climate adaptation in heritage conservation and interdisciplinary methodologies for structural analysis.
Key trends in his publications include:
- Technical analysis of ancient mortars and vaulting systems
- Historical context of monumental structures (Hadrian's Mausoleum, Pharos Lighthouse)
- Integration of digital technologies in heritage documentation
- Urban development challenges in post-war contexts (Albania, Cyprus)
Scientific Recognition:
- European Heritage Award/Europa Nostra (2015)
- European Union Cultural Heritage Award Grand Prix (2014)
- Erma di Bretschneider Award (2014)
Vitti has advised numerous institutions on sustainable preservation strategies and served as a Board Member of Europa Nostra since 2015. His NEH grant-funded research (2025) examines intersections between historic preservation and sustainable building practices.
