A city that has been a symbol of art, culture and innovation for centuries, Venice has become the host of Game Changer Venice, a conference that fills the cutting edge technology and rich traditions that shape the future of urban life. The program was moderated by Arch. PhD Carlo Federico Dormo is an expert at IUAV University at the University of Venice and is a coordinator of the UNESCO Chair of Cultural Heritage and Urban Renewal.
From the heritage to the future
The opening panel explored how technology can activate historical complexes while maintaining the authentic city identity. Professor Fabrizio Panozzo at CA’Foscari University and Professor Sergio Calò, director of Venetian Cluster, presented solutions that connect Venice’s rich past with the emerging technological community.
Game Changer Promotion
Urban Energy Ecosystem
Marco Ferrero, president of the Fenice Onlus Foundation and spokesman for the Community-Cer Network, demonstrated how electric and autonomous vehicles are becoming part of sustainable energy systems and turning ecological challenges into opportunities for innovation.
Meaning and sustainability
Sergio Pascolo, founder of Venice Urban Lab and professor at the University of Venice, introduced the concept of regeneration design.
The coastline has been revisited
Coastal regions and maritime innovation were at the heart of discussions with Vittorio Imparomeni (Assomalina, Navis Software), Stefano Costantini (Santerena and Fiorita Marina), and Alberto Carpanese (SEA Changes SRL).
The architecture meets artificial intelligence
The question of how artificial intelligence and big data can shape the future of architecture and urbanism was addressed by João Fernando Saddock (H-Farm College) and Nicola Fantini (CNR), who investigated the possibilities of more accurate planning, forecasting and cybersecurity in cities of tomorrow.
The power of materials
The innovation in materials from self-repairing concrete to bioactive facades was presented by Piercarlo Romani (Venitian Green Building Cluster) and Matteo Silverio (Rehub).
Urban Technology for All
All generations of technology were the focus of Nicola de Peregrini (AniDray Design) and Francesco Paleti (Lubuna), discussing how IoT solutions and cybersecurity can help shape a comprehensive housing model.
City blockchain
The panel, dedicated to urban planning and ecology transparency, highlighted blockchain technology. Nemanja Petrović (Traken) and Bojan Goluh (Industry 5.0 Institute) have demonstrated how tokenization of real estate paves the way for new models of sustainable urban development.
Aperitivo, Networking & Live Music x Aperol
The day ended with the true spirit of Venetian – aperitivo, live music and relaxed networking transformed ideas into new partnerships and friendships.
