Architecture, traditionally based on an anthropocentric view, has conceived nature as an element to be controlled and rationalized, often excluding other forms of life from the design process. However, in recent decades, the growing debate on the relationship between human and non-human has challenged this perspective, highlighting the need for a more balanced coexistence. This dissertation explores the designer’s role in overcoming human/nature and city/landscape binarisms, proposing an approach that integrates biodiversity into urban spaces. Through a critical analysis of ecological and social dynamics, the work emphasizes the importance of designing environments that are not exclusively human-friendly, but that foster the presence and interaction of diverse species. This thesis analyzes the role of biodiversity in cities and the potential of architecture capable of consciously integrating it. After an in-depth theoretical study of the relationships between nature and urban space, it arrives at the project: a system spread over the territory that acts through interventions that are effective for urban biodiversity and at the same time useful for human beings, enhancing the contribution of disciplines such as biology and ethology to develop conscious and lasting solutions. To support this vision, the system also introduces an application for citizens, designed to create a network of active participation, communicate the project and spread awareness about the importance of biodiversity. The goal of the thesis is to outline a new design paradigm in which architecture is no longer conceived exclusively for humans, but becomes a tool for connection and interaction among all forms of life that inhabit the city, contributing to the construction of spaces that are more sustainable, inclusive and integrated with the natural world. The research therefore invites us to rethink the city as a shared ecosystem, in which architecture is no longer just an exercise of domination over space, but an act of responsibility and care towards all forms of life.
L’architettura, tradizionalmente fondata su una visione antropocentrica, ha concepito la natura come un elemento da controllare e razionalizzare, escludendo spesso le altre forme di vita dal processo progettuale. Tuttavia, negli ultimi decenni, il crescente dibattito sulle relazioni tra umano e non-umano ha messo in discussione questa prospettiva, evidenziando la necessità di una coesistenza più equilibrata. La tesi esplora il ruolo del progettista nel superamento dei binarismi uomo/natura e città/selvaggio, proponendo un approccio che integri la biodiversità negli spazi urbani. Attraverso un’analisi critica delle dinamiche ecologiche e sociali, il lavoro sottolinea l’importanza di progettare ambienti che non siano esclusivamente a misura d’uomo, ma che favoriscano la presenza e l’interazione di specie diverse. Questa tesi analizza il ruolo della biodiversità nelle città e le potenzialità di un’architettura capace di integrarla consapevolmente. Dopo un approfondimento teorico sulle relazioni tra natura e spazio urbano, si approda al progetto: un sistema diffuso sul territorio che agisce attraverso interventi efficaci per la biodiversità urbana e al contempo utili per l’essere umano, valorizzando il contributo di discipline come la biologia e l’etologia per sviluppare soluzioni consapevoli e durature. A supporto di questa visione, il sistema introduce anche un’applicazione per i cittadini, pensata per creare una rete di partecipazione attiva, comunicare il progetto e diffondere consapevolezza sull’importanza della biodiversità. L’obiettivo della tesi è delineare un nuovo paradigma progettuale in cui l’architettura non sia più concepita esclusivamente per l’uomo, ma diventi uno strumento di connessione e interazione tra tutte le forme di vita che abitano la città, contribuendo alla costruzione di spazi più sostenibili, inclusivi e integrati con il mondo naturale. La ricerca invita pertanto a ripensare la città come un ecosistema condiviso, in cui l’architettura non sia più solo un esercizio di dominio sullo spazio, ma un atto di responsabilità e di cura nei confronti di tutte le forme di vita.
Sincronie oltre il design antropocentrico
Picciolini, Aurora
2023/2024
Abstract
Architecture, traditionally based on an anthropocentric view, has conceived nature as an element to be controlled and rationalized, often excluding other forms of life from the design process. However, in recent decades, the growing debate on the relationship between human and non-human has challenged this perspective, highlighting the need for a more balanced coexistence. This dissertation explores the designer’s role in overcoming human/nature and city/landscape binarisms, proposing an approach that integrates biodiversity into urban spaces. Through a critical analysis of ecological and social dynamics, the work emphasizes the importance of designing environments that are not exclusively human-friendly, but that foster the presence and interaction of diverse species. This thesis analyzes the role of biodiversity in cities and the potential of architecture capable of consciously integrating it. After an in-depth theoretical study of the relationships between nature and urban space, it arrives at the project: a system spread over the territory that acts through interventions that are effective for urban biodiversity and at the same time useful for human beings, enhancing the contribution of disciplines such as biology and ethology to develop conscious and lasting solutions. To support this vision, the system also introduces an application for citizens, designed to create a network of active participation, communicate the project and spread awareness about the importance of biodiversity. The goal of the thesis is to outline a new design paradigm in which architecture is no longer conceived exclusively for humans, but becomes a tool for connection and interaction among all forms of life that inhabit the city, contributing to the construction of spaces that are more sustainable, inclusive and integrated with the natural world. The research therefore invites us to rethink the city as a shared ecosystem, in which architecture is no longer just an exercise of domination over space, but an act of responsibility and care towards all forms of life.File | Dimensione | Formato | |
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