MERED to support the inaugural Pininfarina Academy
The Pininfarina Academy will offer architects the opportunity to learn directly from experts and gain hands-on experience in design techniques and is designed to foster the growth of young professionals in the architectural field
Developer MERED will support the inaugural Pininfarina Academy, an educational initiative by the Italian design firm, Pininfarina. The academy is crafted to nurture excellence in architectural design among emerging industry professionals by providing them with an exclusive opportunity to learn from experts and captivating design concepts at Pininfarina’s headquarters in Turin, Italy. MERED said that it is honored to sponsor four students at the Pininfarina Architecture Summer School.
The exclusive 3 x 3 x 3 Summer School launches this July with a course integrating advanced design techniques and Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DfMA) in contemporary architecture. The program is tailored to equip architects with the skills and expertise to redefine modern architecture and urban development. Participants will engage in hands-on workshops, keynote lectures by industry leaders, and practical applications of technology, including AI-driven design, parametric modelling, and immersive VR/AR tools.
By sponsoring four students, MERED reinforces its mission to redefine premium developments through visionary design and strategic partnerships by nurturing next-generation talent. The developer’s portfolio includes the 290m ICONIC Residences in Dubai Design by Pininfarina, an upcoming waterfront project in Abu Dhabi, and it has recently entered the Saudi market. The developer said it is dedicated to having an expert team that can push the boundaries of design in the real estate landscape.
The Pininfarina Architecture Summer School will be held from 14 to 25 July of this year, and instruction will be given in English. Applications are open to 12 aspiring architects, offering them learning experience, the chance to connect with like-minded peers, and the opportunity to collaborate with industry leaders.
