Society. Spaces. Screens
Abstract
Traditionally, textiles have served functions such as thermal and acoustic insulation, as well as solar protection and ventilation control in built environments. As an architectural element, they can fulfill these roles with minimal material and economic resources, performing the same functions as more complex and generally heavier components. With multiple formats, thicknesses, production methods, and mechanical characteristics, textiles are capable of generating versatile solutions and integrating fibers and elements into their weave to complement their initial functions. They can evapotranspirate, act as barriers against heat and cold, modify sound, and alter the perception of space through their degree of transparency. This research delves into the ability of textiles to enhance the conditions of our architectural designs and, with the support of cutting-edge technologies, contribute to the energy efficiency and energy production of buildings simultaneously.
Architect from the Polytechnic University of Madrid and the Università degli Studi di Firenze. PhD in Architecture from the Polytechnic University of Madrid and professor at the School of Architecture of Toledo at UCLM. Her research focuses on sustainable water and energy management, as well as the intersection between art and technology. She has organized international congresses and workshops and has presented lectures at the Spanish Pavilion of the Venice Biennale and universities such as the University for the Creative Arts of Surrey (UK), La Sapienza and the University of California.
9:00 am - 10:30 am
Thursday 12th December, 2024