Valentina Burgassi

Valentina Burgassi is a Fixed-term Researcher (Ricercatrice a tempo determinato Legge 240/10 art.24-A) at the Department of Architecture and Design (DAD) of Politecnico di Torino. She holds a position within the Construction History Group and actively contributes to teaching at both Bachelor and Master's levels, focusing on History of Architecture, particularly in courses related to historical architecture conservation and heritage management.

Her research interests center on Construction History and the History of Early Modern Architecture, with particular expertise in the architectural legacy of the Order of St. John of Jerusalem (Knights of Malta), Savoy court architecture, military architecture, and architectural treatises. Her scholarly approach integrates architectural history with construction techniques, examining how knowledge was transmitted across regions and periods. She works within ERC sectors SH7_7 (Cities; urban, regional and rural studies), SH6_8 (Early modern history), and SH5_6 (History of art and architecture).

Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on Mediterranean architectural history, particularly examining the cross-cultural influences between Italy and Malta during the early modern period. Her work demonstrates expertise in analyzing architectural treatises, construction techniques, and the organization of building sites in historical contexts. She frequently explores the relationship between architectural forms and political power structures, especially within the context of the Hospitaller Order and the Savoy court.

As a member of the College of Architecture and Design, she teaches courses including Construction Characteristics and Consolidation of Historical Architecture, Knowledge and Active Protection of Heritage, and Comparative City History. Her academic contributions align with Sustainable Development Goals 5 (Gender equality) and 11 (Sustainable cities and communities).