Program Overview

MIAW 2021 Program Details

The Milan International Architectural Design Workshop (MIAW) is a program hosted by the School of Architecture, Urban Planning Construction Engineering PoliMi.

Program Structure

• The program involves intensive workshops and lectures by visiting professors.
• Students work in groups, guided by their mentors and tutors, to develop projects related to urban design and architecture.
• The program includes speed talks by renowned architects and professors, focusing on various topics such as urban logic, hierarchy, public spaces, infrastructures, and connections.

Program Details for 2021 Edition

• Theme: The 2021 edition focused on the theme of the Olympic Village for the winter games Milano-Cortina 2026, in the area of Porta Romana railyard.
• Location: Porta Romana railyard, one of the seven dismissed railyards surrounding Milano.
• Area Details: 187,226 sqm Land Area, with 50% dedicated to Green, and 164,000 sqm Total GFA, of which 68% is dedicated to Free GFA and 32% to Subsidized Housing.
• Visiting Professors:
  • Donatella Fioretti
  • Hervé Dubois
  • José María Sánchez García
  • Roberto Cavallo
  • Sebastián Irarrázaval

Program Schedule

• The program started with an introduction to the theme and the area, followed by intensive workdays where students developed their projects.
• Each day included lectures, group work, and reviews of the projects by the visiting professors.
• The program concluded with a final presentation day where students presented their projects.

Speed Talks

• The program included speed talks by the visiting professors, focusing on various topics related to architecture and urban design.
• The talks were recorded and made available for further reference.

Project Development

• Students worked in groups to develop their projects, focusing on different aspects such as linear infrastructure, urban logic, hierarchy, public spaces, and connections.
• The projects were reviewed and discussed by the visiting professors, providing feedback and guidance.

Outcome

• The program aimed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of urban design and architecture, focusing on the theme of the Olympic Village for the winter games Milano-Cortina 2026.
• The final projects presented by the students showcased their understanding of the theme and the area, demonstrating their skills in urban design and architecture.