Szymon Kowalski

Szymon Kowalski is an Assistant lecturer at the Department of History of Architecture and Conservation of Monuments, Gdańsk University of Technology. He specializes in architectural history, heritage protection, and innovative educational technologies like virtual reality and 3D scanning. His work integrates historical research with modern pedagogical methods.

• Education: Master of Architecture (magister inżynier architekt) from Gdańsk University of Technology's Faculty of Architecture (2019).

Research Interests: Kowalski focuses on the architectural history of military structures (e.g., Westerplatte fortifications), the application of geomatics in architectural education, and the use of physical models and VR for teaching historical preservation. His 2024 work on 3D scanning methods highlights interdisciplinary approaches to design education.

Publications Trends: His recent articles emphasize the intersection of technology and history, particularly in education. Topics include military architecture analysis, VR's role in remote learning, and physical models as teaching tools.

• Projects Managed:
  • Virtual Reality Technology in Architectural Heritage and Its Impact on Monument Conservation Approach (PRELUDIUM grant, 2024–)

Labs/Teams: Collaborates within the Department of History of Architecture and Conservation of Monuments, contributing to interdisciplinary initiatives like the Urban ElemenTREE project.