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Joe Kallas
Architect, Cultural Heritage Specialist
Presentation Title: Beyond Recovery: Leveraging Technology for Post-Disaster Building Assessment and Damage Segmentation.
Description
When historic and existing buildings suffer damage or destruction, the recovery and restoration process is often slow and challenging. This presentation introduces an effective methodology for expediting post-disaster assessment of structures by leveraging digital technology. Focusing on the Beirut Blast case study, it demonstrates the advantages of 3D image-based modeling in disaster recovery and decision-making. The talk also covers the use of AI and machine learning to assess the resiliency of masonry buildings and guide future retrofit decisions. Additionally, it discusses the automation of damage assessment on 3D point clouds, which accelerates emergency response and enhances the safeguarding of our built heritage.
Description:
As cities become more densely populated and our society grapples with pressing housing challenges, the concept of micro housing and tiny homes has gained traction as a potential solution for those who seek sustainable, simpler and affordable lifestyle. In this presentation, we explore the concept of micro housing and tiny homes, designs using software, how to build them according to the IRC codes and their potential impacts challenges with zoning regulations and infrastructural requirement.
Zoom Link: https://umass-amherst.zoom.us/j/92878358510
Jason Grifith
Associate Professor, The College of Architecture, University of Nebraska Lincoln
Presentation Title: PLAIN DESIGN * BUILD – At Intersection of Architecture & Forestry
Description
PLAIN DESIGN * BUILD works at the intersection of architecture and forestry with projects advancing contemporary forms of timber architecture. The talk proposes an architectural language for the emerging technology of engineered lumber construction highlighting forms of mass timber construction that support location-based material flows and non-extractive timber production. The lecture will also foster diverse forestry ecosystems and low embodied carbon, providing alternatives to mainstream timber construction.
Zoom Link: https://umass-amherst.zoom.us/j/93156745151