Merging Zurich Methods and Milanese Flair
I have a fondness for cats, Italian design, lakeside vibe, Luxemburgerli cookies, and green tea.
Born on Lake Maggiore, I am based in Zurich after studying and working in Milan. These three locations are my favourite for free time: meeting friends in the Enge district, strolling along the lake, and discovering brand new design in the Brera district.
After high school, I was on the fence about studying architecture, psychology or natural sciences, which explains why I focus on the connections among built environment, human-centric design and biophilia.
Before joining the ZHAW University, I worked as architectural designer and manager on over 60 projects, primarily business-to-business, spanning workplaces, 5-star hotels and resorts, restaurants, heritage buildings, spas, gyms, fit-outs, retail and residential across Europe, the Middle East and the United States.
Powder blue and karanda red are indeed my favourite colors
2003
Master of Architecture with Honors, Politecnico di Milano
One of the most formative opportunities: attending the Restauro course held by the architect Andrea Bruno, learning how to renovate heritage buildings both respecting their identity and introducing contemporary ways of reuse.
In the same year I begin my career as architect and assistant lecturer at Politecnico.
2004
Registered Architect, OAM Milan
2005
Registered Freelance Journalist, OdG Lombardy
2006
Engaged in designing workplace and high-end hospitality projects
Contributing to the development of headquarters, hotels, conference centres, exhibit spaces, restaurants, gyms, spas, swimming pools, villas - and even two beach resorts!
Working as consultant and architectural/interior designer for ACPV ARCHITECTS Antonio Citterio Patricia Viel, L22/DEGW and Lissoni & Partners.
These are Luxemburgerli, little macaron cookies typical of Zurich.
2016
Serve as Building Information Manager at Santiago Calatrava Architects & Engineers, Zurich
Involved in the Digital Project Delivery of high-complexity projects such as Dubai Creek Tower.
2019
Appointed as Virtual Design & Construction Manager at Buckhardt+Partner, Zurich
2020
A tour of biophilic architectures in Far East leads me to refocus on the dimensions that drew me to the architect’s profession: well-being, crafting inspiring environments, encouraging biophilia and interior branding.
Hi, my name is Glammy! If you like my Cheshire Cat tail, feel free to follow me on Instagram @glammythecat
2022
Joining Zurich University of Applied Sciences ZHAW as Research Associate in Workplace Management
dedicated to findings on well-being in the workplace, is issued in spring and autumn, in rythm with the university semesters.
Carla Iurilli, architect, university researcher and interior designer focused on enhancing your physical and emotional well-being in the workplace.
