A.I. Timber, a groundbreaking project by CRA’s startup Maestro, has made the shortlist for the Dezeen Awards 2024 in the sustainability category, celebrating its innovative use of materials.

Instead of cutting trees into standard boards, A.I. Timber preserves their natural shapes, minimizing waste. By utilizing artificial intelligence, Maestro assembles logs like puzzle pieces to create interlocking timber panels. This method addresses the challenge of wood waste in sustainable construction, offering a more efficient alternative to traditional techniques.

The project also seeks to reduce the construction industry’s environmental footprint, especially given the significant emissions linked to materials like cement.

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“We design with the future in mind," says Monika, Partner-in-Charge at CRA-Carlo Ratti Associati, where she leads research and planning projects focused on urban environments.

Monika joined CRA in 2012 and has since been involved in several key projects, including CapitaSpring, the Italian Pavilion at EXPO Dubai, and urban masterplans in the Middle East.

One of Monika`s notable contributions is CapitaSpring, a 51-storey vertical community in Singapore that seamlessly integrates work, living, and leisure. Designed as a sustainable, flexible, and connected workspace, CapitaSpring is perfectly aligned with Singapore’s evolving hybrid work strategies. Its adaptable spaces allow tenants to scale or adjust their workspace needs effortlessly, supported by advanced WiFi technology and a dedicated mobile app.

Reflecting on the design process, Monika explains that the goal was to create spaces that could adapt to future needs. "For example," she notes, "the 4-storey car park is designed to be repurposed into a market or workspace should the demand for parking decrease."

CapitaSpring was built with innovation at its core, leveraging advanced digital tools such as BIM modeling, Virtual Design & Construction, and prefab systems. This approach led to a 50% increase in construction productivity, underscoring CRA’s commitment to efficiency and sustainability in modern architecture.

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CRA team representatives had the opportunity to participate in the Pietrasanta Design Weekend organized by @designweek_end

Unfortunately, due to bad weather, there was no regatta. But we still managed to win the marbles tournament!

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