Emerging Perspectives on the Built Environment Results of the 1st International Conference of Dot.AT.i 2025 “Knowing and Connecting”

This volume offers an innovative perspective on the challenges and potentials in the fields of cultural heritage, digitalization, innovative materials, building envelope, comfort, anddesign. It collects peer-reviewed contributions by young researchers, PhD candidates, PhD holders,and fellows, alongside industry experts, as presented at the Study Day of the Dot.AT.i Group of theScientific Society of Architecture Art.Tec. It includes topics such as Technical Architecture,Building Production, Architecture Technology and Industrial Design, and explores innovativesolutions and advanced strategies to address current and future challenges in these critical areas. Inthe cultural heritage sector, advanced conservation methods and digital approaches for sustainablemanagement of cultural assets are discussed. The section on digitalization explores the use ofemerging technologies to enhance research and professional practice, while the focus on innovativematerials examines the latest discoveries and applications in advanced materials. Similarly, thebuilding envelope, comfort, and design section focuses on design strategies that integrate residentialcomfort, energy efficiency, and environmental sustainability. Each section provides a critical andin-depth analysis of the topics covered, highlighting the importance of interdisciplinary researchand collaboration between young researchers and industry experts. The volume is intended for awide audience of scholars, professionals, and academics interested in contributing to advancedknowledge and innovative practice in these important areas of scientific research.