Roberto Pennacchio

Roberto Pennacchio is a Lecturer at the Department of Architecture and Design (DAD) of the Polytechnic University of Turin. He serves as an external collaborator and teaching assistant, contributing to courses such as Adaptive Reuse of the Built Legacy, Green Building Design A, and Building Construction Studio B. His roles include both course collaboration and instruction, focusing on sustainable architectural practices.

• University: Polytechnic University of Turin
• Department: Department of Architecture and Design
• Academic Rank: Lecturer

Pennacchio's research spans technological and environmental design of architecture, with emphasis on seismic retrofitting of vernacular structures, sustainable materials, and circular economy applications. His work aligns with UN SDGs for sustainable cities, health, and quality education.

Recent publications highlight his expertise in seismic resilience for adobe buildings in Colombia, Bhutanese stone masonry strengthening, and natural fiber insulation using textile/agri-food waste. These studies integrate civil engineering, disaster resilience, and heritage conservation.

• 2024: Anti-Seismic Retrofitting (Colombia), Appropriate Strengthening Tech (Bhutan)
• 2023: Healthcare Toolkit (Africa)
• 2022: Seismic Retrofitting (Colombia), Natural Fiber Insulation

He is a member of the DAD research group and part of a non-commercial agreement with Planet Idea Srl (2023–2025). Teaching modules include Architectural Technology, Environmental Control Systems, and Low-Tech Architecture.