{"id":9081,"date":"2024-10-01T16:07:23","date_gmt":"2024-10-01T12:07:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/beegraphy.com\/blog\/?p=9081"},"modified":"2025-07-21T14:42:59","modified_gmt":"2025-07-21T10:42:59","slug":"computational-design-workshop-in-yerevan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/beegraphy.com\/blog\/computational-design-workshop-in-yerevan\/","title":{"rendered":"Unlock the Future of Architecture with Laurent Lescop: Computational Design Lectures and Workshops Coming to Yerevan!"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69ea0b7533541\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #757575;color:#757575\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #757575;color:#757575\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69ea0b7533541\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/beegraphy.com\/blog\/computational-design-workshop-in-yerevan\/#Why_is_Computational_Design_on_the_rise\" >Why is Computational Design on the rise?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/beegraphy.com\/blog\/computational-design-workshop-in-yerevan\/#About_Laurent_Lescop\" >About Laurent Lescop<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/beegraphy.com\/blog\/computational-design-workshop-in-yerevan\/#Event_Overview\" >Event Overview<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/beegraphy.com\/blog\/computational-design-workshop-in-yerevan\/#October_7_The_Lecture_%E2%80%93_Introduction_to_Computational_Design\" >October 7: The Lecture \u2013 Introduction to Computational Design<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/beegraphy.com\/blog\/computational-design-workshop-in-yerevan\/#October_8_9_Seminars_and_Hands-On_Workshops_for_Educators_and_Professionals\" >October 8 &amp; 9: Seminars and Hands-On Workshops for Educators and Professionals<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/beegraphy.com\/blog\/computational-design-workshop-in-yerevan\/#Why_Attend\" >Why Attend?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In recent years, <\/span><b>computational design<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> has emerged as a game-changer in the fields of architecture, engineering, and design. It\u2019s no longer just a buzzword but a critical tool that\u2019s being adopted by leading educational institutions worldwide. By embracing these cutting-edge techniques, universities are equipping their students with skills that are defining the future of design.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yerevan is about to host an exciting series of events focused on the transformative power of computational design. It is led by <b>Professor Laurent Lescop<\/b>, a renowned Computational Design expert and Doctor of Science in Architecture from the University of Nantes. This unique opportunity includes <strong>FREE<\/strong> lecture and hands-on workshops titled \u201c<b>The Rise of Computational Design: Why Top Educational Institutions Are Embracing It\u201d<\/b>, providing participants with invaluable insights into the growing importance of computational design in architecture and engineering.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you&#8217;re an educator seeking to revamp your curriculum, or a professional designer eager to enhance your practice, this event is designed for you. It\u2019s a chance to see why top institutions are adopting computational design, and how you, too, can integrate it into your work.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_Computational_Design_on_the_rise\"><\/span><b>Why is Computational Design on the rise?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Imagine a classroom where students don\u2019t just draw buildings but use algorithms to <\/span><b>solve design challenges<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in real time. Imagine a design studio where architects can generate thousands of potential solutions in minutes, narrowing down the most efficient and aesthetically pleasing options. This is the power of computational design.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Top universities<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> around the globe are embracing computational design because it prepares students for the demands of modern architecture and engineering. <\/span><b>Parametric design tools<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> allow designers to go beyond traditional methods, enabling them to create highly customized structures, optimize material usage, and contribute to <\/span><b>sustainable development<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_Laurent_Lescop\"><\/span><b>About Laurent Lescop<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Laurent Lescop is a highly regarded architect and Doctor of Science with habilitation. He is a professor at the Nantes Superior School of Architecture (ENSA Nantes) and a researcher at AAU \u2013 UMR|CNRS 1563. With over a decade of professional experience, he specializes in computer graphics, immersive technologies, and 3D design, applying these skills across fields like archaeology, architecture, and scenography. His current research focuses on using immersive devices for design and visualization, making him a leader in the integration of technology in architecture.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Event_Overview\"><\/span><b>Event Overview<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/beegraphy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/October-event-beegraphy-2-1.jpg\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-9105 size-full lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/beegraphy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/October-event-beegraphy-2-1.jpg\" alt=\"Computational Design Workshop Poster \" width=\"1718\" height=\"2430\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/beegraphy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/October-event-beegraphy-2-1.jpg 1718w, https:\/\/beegraphy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/October-event-beegraphy-2-1-212x300.jpg 212w, https:\/\/beegraphy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/October-event-beegraphy-2-1-724x1024.jpg 724w, https:\/\/beegraphy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/October-event-beegraphy-2-1-768x1086.jpg 768w, https:\/\/beegraphy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/October-event-beegraphy-2-1-1086x1536.jpg 1086w, https:\/\/beegraphy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/October-event-beegraphy-2-1-1448x2048.jpg 1448w, https:\/\/beegraphy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/October-event-beegraphy-2-1-800x1132.jpg 800w, https:\/\/beegraphy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/October-event-beegraphy-2-1-20x28.jpg 20w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1718px) 100vw, 1718px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>October 7<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: <\/span><b>Lecture<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 An introduction to computational design and its growing importance in architecture and design.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>October 8 &amp; 9<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: <\/span><b>Seminars and Hands-On Workshops<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 A deep dive into practical applications and teaching methods for computational design.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each event requires <\/span><b>separate registration<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, so be sure to sign up for both the lecture and workshops if you wish to attend all three days.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"October_7_The_Lecture_%E2%80%93_Introduction_to_Computational_Design\"><\/span><b>October 7: The Lecture \u2013 Introduction to Computational Design<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this <\/span><b>60-minute lecture<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, followed by a <\/span><b>live master class<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, Professor Lescop will break down how computational design is transforming the world of architecture. The session will start with an introduction to computational design, explaining the <\/span><b>benefits<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of using algorithms and digital tools in the design process. You\u2019ll see how computational design:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increases efficiency by automating repetitive tasks.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allows architects and designers to explore innovative forms and structures.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contributes to sustainability by optimizing materials and energy use.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">He will also showcase <\/span><b>examples of parametric architecture<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> from around the world, demonstrating how computational design is applied to create some of today\u2019s most iconic buildings and products. From futuristic facades to sustainable urban designs, you\u2019ll leave this session inspired and equipped with new ideas to bring into your own work.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But it won\u2019t just be theory. In the second half of the session, Professor Lescop will conduct a <\/span><b>master class<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, demonstrating how you can create a parametric design from scratch. You\u2019ll see, step by step, how this technology works in practice and gain insight into the tools and techniques used by computational designers globally.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>When &amp; Where:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Date<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: October 7<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Time<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: 15:00 &#8211; 17:00<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Location<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Grand Hall, National Academy of Sciences of Armenia<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Registration<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><em><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/WEtxrz926k7y3K8V9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Register for the Lecture Here<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"October_8_9_Seminars_and_Hands-On_Workshops_for_Educators_and_Professionals\"><\/span><b>October 8 &amp; 9: Seminars and Hands-On Workshops for Educators and Professionals<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For those ready to take their understanding to the next level, <\/span><b>October 8 and 9<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> will feature <\/span><b>seminars and hands-on workshops<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> aimed at educators and professionals who want to <\/span><b>integrate computational design into their teaching or practice<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. These workshops are designed to provide practical skills and insights, allowing participants to gain hands-on experience in <\/span><b>computational design techniques<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re an educator, these workshops will help you understand how to teach computational design effectively and engage your students with cutting-edge technology. For professionals, this is an opportunity to apply parametric tools directly to your design process, making your projects more innovative and efficient.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>When &amp; Where:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Dates<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: October 8 &amp; 9<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Time<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: 15:00 &#8211; 19:00<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Location<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Dialogue Hall, Yerevan Place Hotel<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Registration<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span><em><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/FSxJCnCbqjzz17YQA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Register for the Workshops Here<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Important Note:<\/strong> Workshop access will be prioritized for educators; those who are not educators will only be allowed if there are seats available after accommodating educators.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Attend\"><\/span><b>Why Attend?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you\u2019re a student dreaming of future possibilities, a professional ready to take your practice to the next level, or an educator eager to inspire your students with cutting-edge knowledge, these events are for you. Professor Lescop is not only a pioneer in his field but also a passionate teacher who can make even the most complex concepts feel within reach. This event will offer attendees the chance to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understand the theoretical and practical aspects of computational design.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gain insights from one of the leading figures in the field.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Participate in real-time demonstrations and collaborative design exercises.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Network with like-minded professionals and educators.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Seats are limited, so make sure to register early!<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to learn from a leading expert, expand your skill set, and explore the cutting edge of design technologies.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In recent years, computational design has emerged as a game-changer in the fields of architecture, engineering, and design. 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