THE COURSE
The course is designed for professionals in the world of façade architecture, construction, and engineering. At FACE we offer comprehensive curriculum that bridges theoretical knowledge with practical, real-world applications. Whether you're an architect, an engineer, or a project manager, this course is crafted to enhance your expertise and expand your network in the façade industry.
FACE IS FOR
Technical staff and R&D in façade manufacturing and system supply companies.
General contractors in the field of façade construction.
Technical consultants and independent façade professionals.
Early stage researchers in façade design, engineering and performance driven optimization.
Key Topics
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN
Understanding aesthetics and functional requirements of façade systems.
CONSTRUCTION TECHNIQUES
Advanced methods in façade construction and installation.
ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS
In-depth exploration of structural challenges and innovations in façade engineering.
SUSTAINABILITY
Focus on energy efficiency and sustainable materials in façade design.
DIGITAL DESIGN
Utilization of digital tools in design and fabrication processes.
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
Navigating building codes and industry standards.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Skills for managing complex façade projects from conception to completion.
Fact & Figures
Industry and Site Visits
You will be able to visit firms at the frontline of façade innovation and the construction sites where offsite technologies are being apply. Discover the production process of integrated façades, from the pre-processing in the factory to the on-site application and understand how this process guarantees quality and speed.
© Eurac ResearchIndustry Visit / Pichler
© Eurac ResearchIndustry Visit / Rothoblaas
© Eurac ResearchIndustry Visit / Rubner
© Eurac ResearchIndustry Visit / Alpewa
© Eurac ResearchSite Visit / Snam
© Eurac ResearchSite Visit / Snam
© Eurac ResearchSite Visit / The Sign
© Eurac ResearchSite Visit / Vittor Pisani 19
Meet the Trainers
Course Modules
FACE is designed to take you from foundational knowledge to advanced expertise in façade architecture, construction, and engineering.
Beyond traditional learning, the course features hands-on workshops, project challenges, and site visits with leading industry partners.
Unit 1
FAÇADE PHYSICS / THEORY
Multidisciplinary façade physics
- Façade systems modelling and simulation
- View out and light
- Façade and building ventilation
- Acoustics
- Façade measurements
- Daylight
- Site visits
Trainers:
Francesco Isaia, Fabio Favoino, Ingrid Demanega, Marco Larcher, Alberto Speroni, Annamaria Belleri, Simone Torresin, Giuseppe De Michele, Eleonora Brembilla
When & Where:
07/10 – 10/10/2025 (consecutive full days)
Duration 28 h
Bolzano
Unit 2
FAÇADE PHYSICS / DIGITAL TOOLS
Industrialized façades and digital tools
- Façade prefabrication
- Industrialized façade design
- Energy renovation: case studies
- Digital tools
Trainers:
Riccardo Pinotti, Martino Gubert, Diego Tamburrini, Davide Madeddu
When & Where:
26/11 – 28/11/2025 (consecutive full days)
Duration 23 h
Milano
Unit 3
FAÇADE TECHNOLOGY
Façade design and innovation
- Adaptive building envelope
- Solar radiation and façade boundary conditions
- Façade engineering
- Transparent technologies
- Detailing
Trainers:
Miren Juaristi Gutierrez, Luca Papaiz, Alberto Sangiorgio, Fabio Favoino, Paolo Colombo, Ulrich Knaack
When & Where:
28/10 – 08/11/2025 + 02/12 – 12/12/2025 (twice a week)
Duration 26 h
Online
Unit 4
LIFECYCLE & CIRCULARITY
Circular façades
- Façade circularity
- Life-Cycle Assessment
- Circular Economy
- Deconstruction
- Design for Assembly/Disassembly
Trainers:
Andrea Zani, Claudia Di Noi, Thaleia Konstantinou, Ornella Iuorio, Miriam Schuster, Miren Juaristi Gutierrez
When & Where:
13/01 – 05/02/2026 (twice a week)
Duration 24 h
Online
Unit 5
FAÇADE MANAGEMENT
Façade management and operation
- Façade as a Service
- Maintenance
- Fault detection and diagnosis
- Control systems
- Façade commissioning
Trainers:
Juan Azcarate, Annalisa Andaloro, Francesco Isaia, Fabio Favoino
When & Where:
24/02 – 19/03/2026 (twice a week)
Duration 24 h
Online
Unit 6
SITE VISIT
From design to construction
- Façade construction
- Site visit in Milano
Trainers:
Coming soon
When & Where:
25/03 – 27/03/2026 (consecutive full days)
Duration 20 h
Milano
Unit 7
PROJECT CLOSURE
FACE the future
- Site visit in Bolzano
- Project work
- Group work presentations
- Final event
Trainers:
Francesco Isaia, Miren Juaristi Gutierrez, Giuseppe De Michele, Leire Minguez, Ingrid Demanega, Martino Gubert, Alessio Passera
When & Where:
20/04 – 22/04/2026 (consecutive full days)
Duration 28 h
Bolzano
Hear from our alumni how FACE helped them achieve career milestones and expand their professional networks.
FACE Alumni
I think that FACE really taught me how to consider different points of view of the various stakeholders during the development of a project.
Now I am more aware of the complexity and perspectives that the façade sector has for the future, and I'm truly ready to deal with them.
Erica Masala
Project Consultant
FACE Alumna
Because the number of participants in this course is limited, you are able to create a strong bond with everyone and become friends.
I think I can definitely bring this vision and hopefully the network to my future work experiences.
Marco Joseph Battistessa
Façade Engineer
FACE Alumnus
By spending time with colleagues from other disciplines, we can communicate better with each other, leading to an understanding of what each of us wants and needs. Of course, this contributes to us collaborating better on projects, resulting in a better outcome for everyone.
Mandeep Singh
Architect
FACE Alumnus
The façade is a multi-factor element. There is no course like FACE where you can learn such an holistic approach to façade design.
Luca Papaiz
Founder of glassAdvisor
Course information
DURATION:
150 hours in 7 months of structured learning.LOCATION:
Bolzano and Milano.FORMAT:
Blended format, combining online sessions with hands-on workshops and site visits.CERTIFICATION:
A professional certification recognized in the industry.CREDITS:
Crediti formativi for engineers enrolled in the Italian Ordini professionali.NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS:
Max 20 studentsLANGUAGE:
EnglishCOSTS:
2.950 € (2.450 € Early Bird)
How to apply
We accept applications until 27/06/2025.
For more information about the course, please contact training@eurac.edu.
Sponsored by:
In collaboration with:
© NOI Techpark | Ivo CorràOrganiser
© NOI TechparkInstitute for Renewable Energy
FACE is organised by the Energy Efficient Buildings group of Eurac Research – Institute for Renewable Energy. The group focuses on energy flexible buildings and building clusters, faҫade system concepts, architectural solutions for natural ventilation and daylighting, nearly zero energy buildings (NZEB) with high indoor environmental quality (IEQ).
