Rodolfo Lorenzo
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About
Rodolfo Lorenzo is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of sustainable construction, digital fabrication, and natural materials. His work centers on advancing bamboo as a viable, renewable alternative to conventional building materials, addressing critical challenges in urbanisation and greenhouse gas emissions. Lorenzo’s major contributions include developing robotic fabrication techniques to precisely determine the physical and mechanical properties of bamboo species like moso, guadua, and oldhamii—a breakthrough documented in his highly cited 2020 paper (42 citations). He also introduced the "BIM Bamboo" digital design framework in 2016 (24 citations), which integrates bamboo culms into Building Information Modeling, overcoming technical, normative, and cultural barriers to widespread adoption. These innovations have positioned Lorenzo as a key figure in sustainable architecture, with his work cited for its practical impact on reducing reliance on industrialised materials. His achievements demonstrate how digital tools can unlock the potential of natural resources, offering a scalable path toward greener construction in the global south. Lorenzo’s research continues to inspire students and professionals seeking to merge traditional materials with cutting-edge technology.
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- 2BIM Bamboo: a digital design framework for bamboo culms24 citations · 2016