Technology for Teaching at the Florentine School of Architecture
Nitter-Beta nit, a leader in the production of educational simulators, is proud to announce the recent delivery of one of its innovative tools to the Faculty of Architecture at the University of Florence. This significant milestone confirms the reliability and excellence of our products in supporting research and education in the fields of environmental sustainability and energy efficiency.
The order was placed by Professor Paola Gallo, lecturer in the Environmental Design and Architectural Technology Laboratories within the DIDA Department, and Professor Alessandra Donato, an expert in architectural technology and energy consulting. Both are leading figures in the field of applied research for sustainable building solutions.
For over 20 years, Nitter-Beta nit has been producing these simulators through a fully in-house process developed in Italy. Thanks to advanced equipment and a carefully selected, multidisciplinary team, we ensure rigorous control over quality and innovation.
The excellence of our products is also internationally recognized, as evidenced by their mention in the renowned book Heating, Cooling, Lighting: Sustainable Design Methods for Architects by Professor Norbert Lechner.
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SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE – UNIVERSITY OF FLORENCE
The School of Architecture at the University of Florence (formerly known as the Faculty of Architecture) is one of Italy’s most prestigious institutions, with a long tradition dating back to the 1920s. It offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in architecture, design, urban planning, and restoration. Its main campus is located in Florence’s historic center, providing a setting rich in history and artistic heritage that fosters a strong connection between theoretical education and practical application. The school is known for its multidisciplinary approach, international outlook (with numerous exchange programs like Erasmus), and strong focus on innovation and sustainability.
Prof. Paola Gallo
Architect Paola Gallo is a Full Professor at the School of Architecture, University of Florence, specializing in architectural technology and environmental sustainability. She graduated with honors in Architecture in Naples and holds a PhD in Architectural Technology. She began her academic career as a researcher in 2005. She is Director of the ABITA Interuniversity Research Center and the TAM Laboratory, both dedicated to sustainable innovation in housing. She also leads the ABITA second-level Master’s program and participates in national and international research projects on energy efficiency and environmental design, with numerous scientific publications in the field.
Prof. Alessandra Donato
Professor Alessandra Donato is a researcher at the Department of Architecture, University of Florence, and an active member of the ABITA Research Center. She holds a degree in Building-Architecture Engineering, a Master’s in Bioecological Architecture, and a PhD in Architectural Technology. Her research focuses on sustainability, energy efficiency, building envelopes, and environmental monitoring. She has contributed to national and international research projects and published extensively on retrofit strategies and innovative building materials.
Media
- Heliodon at the University of Florence, 56.2Â KB, Demonstration of the heliodon usage for sunshade simulation on scaled model.
- Dr. Donato with the Heliodon, 91.1Â KB, no description available.
- Orchard Heliodon at IUAV, 116.3Â KB, Demonstration of the Orcahrd Heliodon at IUAV in Venice.
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