Design and Modeling Atelier: Interaction of Physical and Virtual Models for Augmented Design Experiences

The study discusses the outcomes of the Atelier Design and Modeling course in the third-year Bachelor of Studies in Architecture at the Polytechnic of Turin. The course, a collaboration between Drawing and Architectural and Urban Composition disciplines, focuses on designing for an area in the Cenisia district in Turin. Emphasizing the connection between conception and representation, students are introduced to architectural and urban composition through physical and digital modeling, integrating AR technologies. The paper examines the hybridization between models, referencing similar educational experiences from other universities. Then delves into the relationship between physical and digital models, highlighting the interdisciplinary educational approach and the potential of different modeling techniques.