Pedro Soza | Architecture | Excellence in Research

Pedro Soza, Universidad de Chile ,Chile.

Pedro Soza is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Architecture at the Universidad de Chile. He earned his Ph.D. and M.Sc. in Architecture from the Georgia Institute of Technology in 2018 and has a Professional Degree and Bachelor’s in Architecture from Universidad de Chile. Pedro is renowned for his work in digital housing design and has made significant contributions to architectural education and practice in Chile. His research spans IoT in social housing, BIM implementation, and Roberto Matta’s innovative approaches to architecture. He also leads the IFD_Lab at the University of Chile.

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Education & Experience

Ph.D. in Architecture, Georgia Institute of Technology (2018)
M.Sc. in Architecture, Georgia Institute of Technology (2018)
Professional Certificate in Information Technologies, Universidad de Santiago de Chile (2006)
Architect (Professional Degree), Universidad de Chile (1998)
Bachelor’s in Architecture, Universidad de Chile (1995)
Assistant Professor, Universidad de Chile (Current)
Independent Architectural Practice (2020 – Present)
Director, Digital Media Unit, Universidad de Chile (2004 – 2008)

Suitability for The Award

Pedro Soza is an exceptionally accomplished architect, researcher, and educator whose wide-ranging contributions to the fields of architecture, digital design, and urbanism make him a strong candidate for the Excellence in Research Award. With over 25 years of experience, a Ph.D. from the prestigious Georgia Institute of Technology, and extensive involvement in academic and professional research, Mr. Soza has demonstrated significant leadership in advancing the integration of technology and architecture, with a focus on innovative design methodologies and digital housing solutions. His achievements include numerous awards for collaboration, innovation, and his role in shaping the next generation of architects through education and research.

Professional Development ()

Pedro Soza has a broad professional trajectory, encompassing academic leadership and independent practice. His expertise lies in blending architecture with digital innovations, particularly in social housing and BIM (Building Information Modeling) implementation. As Director of the IFD_Lab at the University of Chile, he fosters interdisciplinary research on digital housing systems, inspired by Roberto Matta’s architectural philosophies. Pedro’s professional journey also includes co-founding a design and visualization firm, Imagik LTDA, and consulting roles within the Chilean construction sector. His leadership continues to impact architectural education and research globally.

Research Focus

Pedro Soza’s research focuses on integrating technology with architecture, specifically in digital housing design, social housing innovations, and BIM (Building Information Modeling). His ongoing FONDECYT project investigates housing design systems inspired by Roberto Matta’s architectural concepts, merging aesthetics with practicality. Pedro has also led research on IoT (Internet of Things) in social housing, optimizing designs for efficiency and sustainability. His work addresses the intersection of architecture, technology, and society, aiming to make housing more accessible and adaptable through technological innovations.

Awards and Honors ()

2023: Award for Multi-site Collaboration, VIP Consortium
2023: Guest editor, IJAC (International Journal of Architectural Computing)
2022: Award for Innovation in Partnership Building, VIP Consortium
2022: FONDART National Grant for ‘Roberto Matta’s Sensitive Mathematics’
2021: Guest Speaker, International Teaching Seminar, UERJ
2020: Arturo Montagú Award, SIGraDi
2008: Fulbright Scholarship for Ph.D. studies in the U.S.

Publication Top Notes

Development of a Generative Design System for 3D-Printed Houses in Chile (2024) | DOI: 10.3390/buildings14092939 | Cited by: 0
From BIM model to 3D construction printing: A framework proposal (2024) | DOI: 10.1016/j.foar.2024.03.002 | Cited by: 0
¿Qué es lo que hace a Santiago de Chile una Smart City? Dos perspectivas (2024) | DOI: 10.18682/cdc.vi230.11382 | Cited by: 0
Special issue: SIGraDi critical appropriations (2024) | DOI: 10.1177/14780771241232466 | Cited by: 0
Restitución Paramétrica de ilustraciones residenciales del pintor surrealista Roberto Matta (2023) | DOI: 10.5209/aris.87629 | Cited by: 0
Vertically Integrated Project Programs in South America (2022) | DOI: 10.1109/EDUNINE53672.2022.9782334 | Cited by: 0
CoDesign Spaces: Experiences of EBD research at an industrial design makerspace (2019) | WOS:000562928600045 | Cited by: 2
Smart cities, smart housing, smart habitat: are we there yet? (2021) | DOI: 10.5151/SIGRADI2021-373 | Cited by: 5
Towards the development of Smart Buildings: A Low-cost IoT Healthcare Management Proposal in Times of a World Pandemic (2020) | DOI: 10.5151/SIGRADI2020-81 | Cited by: 7

Conclusion

Pedro Soza’s extensive contributions to architectural research, technological innovation, and international collaboration position him as a leading figure in the field of architecture and digital design. His work on digital housing systems, IoT applications in social housing, and his leadership roles within prestigious academic and professional organizations make him an ideal candidate for the Excellence in Research Award. Awarding Mr. Soza this honor would recognize his extraordinary contributions and encourage further advancements in the intersection of architecture, technology, and societal impact.

Prof Dr. Fernando Antonio da Silva Fernandes |Concrete Award | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Fernando Antonio da Silva Fernandes , Federal University of Para – Salinópolis Campus – Faculty of Engineering, Brazil

Fernando Antonio da Silva Fernandes has an impressive educational and professional background in civil engineering, safety engineering, and agroenergy. He holds a Doctorate in Mining, Metallurgical, and Materials Engineering from the Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul (UFRGS), where he focused on glass foam production from recycled materials for use in lightweight concrete. His Master’s in Agroenergy, obtained from the Universidade Federal do Tocantins (UFT), centered on the use of biodiesel waste in ceramic production.

Throughout his career, he has been involved in various educational institutions, including the Universidade Federal do Pará and the Centro Universitário Católica do Tocantins, where he has taught courses in engineering and safety. He has extensive experience as a professor, teaching subjects such as Civil Engineering, Safety Engineering, and Materials Science.

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Formal Education:

Doctorate in Engenharia de Minas, Metalúrgica e de Materiais from Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul (UFRGS), Porto Alegre, Brazil, completed in 2019.
Master’s in Agroenergy from Universidade Federal do Tocantins (UFT), Brazil, completed in 2014.
Specializations in Segurança do Trabalho, Tecnologia e Gerenciamento de Obras, and Engenharia de Segurança do Trabalho from various institutions.
Graduation in Engenharia Civil from Centro Universitário Luterano de Palmas (CEULP), Palmas, Brazil, completed in 2007.

Postdoctoral Studies:

Postdoctoral research conducted at Faculdade de Zootecnia e Engenharia de Alimentos, USP, Brazil, from 2020 to 2021 and from 2022 to 2024.

Professional Experience:

Currently serving as a Professor Titular at Universidade Federal do Pará (UFPA), with various roles and responsibilities related to teaching, research, and administrative duties.
Previous experience includes teaching positions at Universidade Católica do Tocantins (UNICATOLICA) and Centro Universitário Católica do Tocantins (CATÓLICA).

Complementary Education:

Participated in several short-term courses and workshops related to teaching methodologies, software tools, corrosion, project management, and professional development.