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Personal profile
Dr. Dall'Asta is Head of Department and Senior Associate Professor at Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU), internationally recognised for his extensive research and innovative architectural practice. With over twenty years of academic experience spanning Asia, Europe, and America, he has consistently advanced architectural education through pioneering methodologies and the integration of digital technologies. Dr. Dall'Asta earned his PhD in Architectural and Urban Design from Politecnico di Milano (POLIMI), specialising in urban morphology and sustainable regeneration strategies that respect historical continuity while innovating for future urban environments. His research further investigates architectural design philosophy, particularly the poetics of space, temporality, and materiality, examining theoretical frameworks that inform contemporary architectural practice. Additionally, Dr. Dall'Asta is deeply involved in the pedagogical integration of Artificial Intelligence within Human-Centred Design methodologies, developing innovative, AI-driven educational frameworks aimed at enhancing creativity, critical thinking, and collaborative practices.
Dr. Dall'Asta has collaborated internationally with renowned architects including Kengo Kuma, Mecanoo, and Balkrishna Doshi, establishing himself prominently within contemporary architectural discourse. His academic contributions encompass over 50 significant research projects, five authored books, and numerous articles, chapters, and papers in esteemed international journals and conferences. Dr. Dall'Asta is also an Editorial Board member for leading scientific journals, including Vesper and Eidos.
Research interests
Research Interest
1. Urban Morphology and Regeneration: Investigating sustainable urban transformation through morphological analysis, balancing historical continuity and contemporary innovation.
2. Philosophy of Architectural Design: Exploring theoretical frameworks around space, temporality, materiality, and the philosophical dimensions shaping architectural practices.
3. Design Thinking and AI in Education (AIed): Integrating Artificial Intelligence within Human-Centred Design methodologies to advance educational processes, enhancing creativity, critical thinking, and collaborative practices.
Education/Academic qualification
PhD , Politecnico di Milano, - 2008
Research areas
- Urban Morphology and Regeneration
- Philosophy of Architectural Design
- Design Thinking and AI in Education (AIed
Person Types
- Staff
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy -
SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth -
SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities -
SDG 14 Life Below Water
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(EASE): Agentic AI as Proactive Study Partner: A Pedagogical Model for Studio-Based Education and Cross-Disciplinary General Education
Dall'Asta, J. C. (PI), Hidalgo Nacher, F. T. (Team member), Han, J. (Team member), Podda, R. (Team member), Liu, J. (Team member), Song, Y. (Team member), Longo, G. (Team member) & Benavent Esteve, N. (Team member)
4/05/26 → 16/09/26
Project: Internal Research Project
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Rethinking Suzhou Urban regeneration strategies for China historical centres
Dall'Asta, J. C. (PI)
1/09/17 → 31/08/20
Project: Internal Research Project
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AI-enhanced conversational design processes: A systematic review
Cheung, L. H., Agkathidis, A., Dall’Asta, J. C. & Di Marco, G., 12 Feb 2026, In: International Journal of Architectural Computing.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Atmospheres of Shanghai: Scenarios of Ascent, Fading, and Transition
Dall'Asta, J. C., Latto, J. & Rolla, S., 4 Aug 2026, In: img journal. 12, p. 204-233 29 p., 177/12.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Beneath the Cloud: Architecture and Underwater Data Centres in China
Hidalgo Nacher, F. T. & Dall'Asta, J. C., 8 Sept 2026, From Inspiration to Solutions. xArch 2026. . Tedjosaputro, M., Lombardi, D., Di Marco, G. & Schnabel, M. A. (eds.). Springer Nature, p. 278-287 10 p.Research output: Chapter in Book or Report/Conference proceeding › Conference Proceeding › peer-review
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Disciplinary Tradition and AI: New Perspectives for Architectural Education
Scala, P., Di Palma, B. & Dall'Asta, J. C., 8 Sept 2026, From Inspiration to Solutions. xArch 2026.. Tedjosaputro, M., Lombardi, D., Di Marco, G. & Schnabel, M. A. (eds.). Springer Nature, p. 237-244 8 p.Research output: Chapter in Book or Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter › peer-review
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Iteration as Epistemic Dialogue: Rethinking Human-Centered Design in AI-Augmented Architectural Practice
Dall'Asta, J. C., Scala, P. & Di Palma, B., 26 Aug 2026, Human Interaction and Emerging Technologies (IHIET 2026). AHFE (2026) International Conference.. Tareq, Z. A., Casarotto, L. & Costa, P. (eds.). IHIET, Vol. 2. p. 644-652 9 p.Research output: Chapter in Book or Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter › peer-review
Open Access
Activities
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域兴•城新•民安 | 水脉人本：苏州城市更新的东方智慧
Schnabel, M. A. (Participant), Dall'Asta, J. C. (Participant) & Chen, B. (Participant)
11 Aug 2026Activity: Participating in or organising an event › Participating in an event e.g. a conference, workshop, …
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古今交汇 筑语成诗 Architecture of Suzhou Book Launch Seminar
Dong, Y. (Organiser), Zhang, C. (Chair), Dall'Asta, J. C. (Participant), Schnabel, M. A. (Participant), Chen, F. (Participant), Brown , A. (Participant), Lu, A. (Participant), Van Mensel, L. (Participant), Zhao, X. (Participant) & Zhang , L. (Participant)
22 May 2026Activity: Participating in or organising an event › Organising an event e.g. a conference, workshop, …
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2nd Sunset SoundScapes - XJTLU 20th Anniversary Edition
Baek, M. J. (Organiser), Schnabel, M. A. (Organiser), Dall'Asta, J. C. (Organiser), Zhang, C. (Participant), Park, J. (Participant), Seong, M. (Participant), Lee, J. H. (Participant), Kim, K. (Participant), Chung, H.-C. (Participant), Choi, H. (Participant), Essen, I. (Participant), Hidalgo Nacher, F. T. (Participant), Song, Y. (Participant), Taylor, D. (Participant), Xu, Y. (Participant) & Chen, L. (Participant)
15 May 2026Activity: Participating in or organising an event › Organising an event e.g. a conference, workshop, …
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Shaping the Future Architeture, Intelligently - One to One
Cece, A. (Organiser), Dall'Asta, J. C. (Organiser), Dong, Y. (Participant), Qiu, J. (Participant), Wang, L. (Participant), Md Rian, I. (Participant), Jiang, L. (Participant), Yu, J. (Participant) & Yang, J. (Participant)
23 Mar 2026 → 31 Mar 2026Activity: Participating in or organising an event › Organising an event e.g. a conference, workshop, …
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Shaping the Future Architeture, Intelligently - Info Booth
Cece, A. (Organiser), Dall'Asta, J. C. (Organiser), Dong, Y. (Participant), Qiu, J. (Participant), Wang, L. (Participant), Md Rian, I. (Participant), Jiang, L. (Participant), Yu, J. (Participant) & Yang, J. (Participant)
23 Mar 2026 → 31 Mar 2026Activity: Participating in or organising an event › Organising an event e.g. a conference, workshop, …