Alvaro LRDesign
Alvaro Lopez Rodriguez, Phd
@alvarolrd
alvarolopezrodriguezdesign@gmail.com
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Alvaro Lopez Rodriguez is an architect, researcher, and Associate Professor (Teaching) at The Bartlett School of Architecture, UCL, where he leads innovation at the intersection of robotics, 3D printing, and mixed reality. In October 2025, he completed his PhD at the Universidad Politécnica de Madrid with the thesis "Digital Interactions: Architecture for the Augmented Era," which redefines the synergy between human craftsmanship and digital automation. He also holds a Master of Architecture with Distinction from The Bartlett and a Master’s in Architecture from the European University of Madrid.
Complementing his academic tenure, Alvaro is a highly sought-after Digital Manufacturing Consultant. He has collaborated with pioneering international firms, including Nagami, Ensamble Studio, and DBT ETH Zurich, to implement advanced robotic fabrication and augmented reality workflows in large-scale architectural projects. His expertise bridges the gap between computational design and physical construction, focusing on "Augmented Craftsmanship" to empower local labour through intuitive technological tools.
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CV
AUBE
FÊTE DES LUMIÈRES, 2025
WOVEN MEMORY
Fernando Molina de Leon & Alvaro Lopez Rodriguez
Project Supported by:
Instituto Cervantes de Lyon.
DESCRIPTION
The minimalist installation "Aube" explores the subtle interplay between transparency and shadow through a careful integration of traditional craftsmanship and modern digital precision. The structural composition of the piece relies on a faceted design that assembles translucent panels, wooden spacers, and 3D-printed joints. This specific combination of materials and manufacturing techniques results in a shell that is both exceptionally lightweight and structurally resilient. The artwork is designed to function with a dual nature depending on the time of day. During daylight hours, "Aube" stands as a static, physical sculpture. As night falls, the piece transforms into an active installation that captures and softly diffuses various colours and light intensities, continuously interacting with its surroundings.
The physical form of the installation invokes the universal, organic shape of an egg, inviting viewers to observe its apparent fragility and its nuanced illumination. Beyond the artwork itself, the installation serves as an introduction to its unique setting: the Instituto Cervantes. Located on the montée de Choulans at the base of the Fourvière hill, this historic Art Deco villa is a newly added venue for the FÊTE DES LUMIÈRES programming. The institution serves as a cultural hub dedicated to promoting Spanish and Latin American heritage. By hosting "Aube," the venue provides a striking architectural backdrop for the contemporary light installation while inviting festival attendees to explore its broader educational offerings, including courses, academic conferences, and cultural workshops.
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