Design by Research is an evidence-based approach that integrates academic inquiry with design practice to address complex urban challenges. It combines research, spatial analysis, and design processes to develop innovative, context-sensitive, and sustainable urban solutions.
Approach
At the heart of our work is Design by Research, where scientific research serves as the foundation for every design decision.
Scientific Method
Design by Research is not just a method; it’s a new model reshaping how we approach spatial planning and territorial development. This paradigm shift fosters innovation, sustainability, and resilience, setting a new standard for designing the territories of tomorrow.
1. Pre-Design
We research, analyze, and engage stakeholders to define challenges and set the foundation.
2. Design
We explore, prototype, and refine solutions through an iterative, research-driven process.
3. Post-Design and Legacy
We synthesize and communicate outcomes, ensuring real-world impact and knowledge sharing.
The future of planning can no longer rely on fixed certainties. Designers and planners must navigate evolving conditions with a research-driven approach that continuously integrates knowledge and feedback.
Design by Research embraces this complexity, using data-driven insights, scenario-building, and iterative exploration to develop innovative, adaptive, and sustainable solutions for challenges like climate change and urban resilience.
A Tailored Approach for Every Service
Our Design by Research philosophy shapes all the services we offer, whether it involves the initial research phase or extends into later stages of developing spatial strategies, visions, policies, and guidelines. We believe that well-researched, data-driven insights lead to more resilient and sustainable outcomes, enabling us to tackle the complexities of today’s urban environments with precision and expertise.