FutureNow 2021: Computational Thinking for a Changing World

In our morning session, cutting-edge innovators will reflect on how computational thinking has influenced their work. Afterwards, workshop tables led by the speakers will conceive of computational solutions to complex, topical problems. Symposium attendees will be empowered to approach the impending future of computation in architecture with confidence.

Event format: Hybrid (both virtual and in-person). Proof of vaccination (for those 12 and over) and masking are required in order to attend in person. Food and beverages will be served. Masks are recommended when not actively consuming food and beverages.

Required Reading: “Computational Thinking” (2006) by Jeannette M. Wing, Director of the Data Science Institute and Professor of Computer Science at Columbia University

Speakers:

• Robert Cervellione, AIA, Principal of CORE CERVER Studio, Thornton Tomasetti
• Chang-Yeon Cho, AIA, Spatial Intelligence Director for Intelligent Places, Gensler
• Randy Deutsch, FAIA, Clinical Associate Professor, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
• Hilda Espinal, AIA, Chief Technology Officer, CannonDesign
• Emily Goldman, Assistant Director of NYC Civic Innovation Fellows Program, BetaNYC
• Kayleigh Houde, AIA, Global Computational Community Leader, Buro Happold
• Carlo Ratti, Professor of Urban Technologies & Planning, Director at SENSEable City Lab, MIT
• Lorenzo Villaggi, Senior Research Scientist, AEC Industry Futures Group, Autodesk
• Violet Whitney, Director of Product Management, Sidewalk Labs
• Willy L. Zambrano, AIA, AIA National Strategic Council – NY Region Representative

Morning Agenda:

• 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM Breakfast & Networking
• 9:30 AM – 9:45 AM Welcome & Introductions
• 9:45 AM – 10:15 AM Keynote #1 (Randy D.)
• 10:15 AM – 11:30 AM Industry Showcase (Kayleigh H., Violet W., Robert C., Lorenzo V.)
• 11:30 AM – 12:45 PM Moderated Panel (Hilda E., Chang-Yeon C., Emily G., Willy Z.)
• 12:45-1:25 Lunch & Networking

Afternoon Agenda:

• 1:25 PM – 1:30 PM Welcome back
• 1:30 PM – 2:00 PM Keynote #2 (Carlo R.)
• 2:00 PM – 2:15 PM Workshop Introduction
• 2:15 PM – 4:15 PM Workshops
• 4:15 PM – 4:45 PM Workshop Presentations
• 4:45 PM – 5:00 PM Closing statements

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• Title

  FutureNow 2021: Computational Thinking for a Changing World

• Type

  Conference

• Website

  https://calendar.aiany.org/2021/11/06/futurenow-2021-computational-thinking-for-a-changing-world/

• Organizers

  American Institute of Architects – New York (AIANY)

• From

  November 06, 2021 09:00 AM

• Until

  November 06, 2021 05:00 PM

• Venue

  The Center for Architecture (AIANY)

• Address

  536 LaGuardia Place, New York, NY, 10012