Santiago Caprio
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| Santiago Caprio | |
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| Director of the PolisMaker Lab at Politecnico di Milano | |
| Member of the Expert Working Group at UN-Habitat |
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Biography
Santiago Caprio is an Argentine architect, urban planner, and researcher, recognized for his innovative and sustainable approach to urban planning. He currently serves as the Director of the PolisMaker Lab at the Politecnico di Milano and is a member of the Expert Working Group at UN-Habitat, with over 25 years of experience in designing and developing smart and sustainable cities. Caprio has participated in various international projects across Europe, Latin America, and Asia, promoting inclusive, people-centered urbanization.
He earned his degree in architecture from the University of Buenos Aires in 2003 and continued his studies at the Politecnico di Milano, where he graduated with honors in 2007 with a master’s degree in Architecture and Urban Planning. In 2017, he completed a PhD in Quality of Life and Urban Planning. His education is further enriched by interdisciplinary studies in economics and humanities, enabling him to adopt a holistic approach to urban design.
Professional Career
Caprio has collaborated with numerous governments and international institutions, working in Argentina, Italy, Switzerland, and Singapore. He has held key positions, such as Director of the National Development and Design Agency in El Salvador and National Director of Real Estate and Infrastructure at the Argentine Ministry of Defense. Since 2022, he has been the founder of Ufficiis, an interdisciplinary firm specializing in solving urban and architectural challenges.
One of his most notable contributions is the Pacific Train project in El Salvador, which aims to improve transport infrastructure, reduce freight transport times, and enhance economic competitiveness. Due to these achievements, Caprio has received over 10 international awards for his excellence in urban design.
Experience with the United Nations
Caprio is a member of the Expert Working Group at UN-Habitat, tasked with developing the International Guidelines on People-Centered Smart Cities. This role reflects his commitment to promoting sustainability, urban resilience, and citizen participation on a global scale. The guidelines provide a framework for cities that integrate technology to improve the quality of life for their inhabitants.
PolisMaker and Smart Cities
Caprio is renowned for developing the concept of the Polis Maker, a multidisciplinary professional who connects urban design with active citizen participation. He is co-director of the Masters PolisMaker at the Politecnico di Milano, a program focused on sustainable urban development, with an emphasis on quality of life. He has delivered lectures and conducted workshops worldwide, advocating for smart cities that are not only digitally advanced but also people-centered.
Publications
Caprio is the author and co-author of various books and scientific articles. Some of his most important publications include:
- Polis Maker for the Quality of Living and Sustainable Urban Development: Methodological Contributions in an Interdisciplinary Perspective (2021), with Angelo Caruso di Spaccaforno.
- IQOL - Urban Quality of Life Index: Considering the Urban, Habitat, Social Aspects, and the Satisfaction of Material and Immaterial Needs (2015).
- Environmental Science and Engineering Vol. 9: Environment and Energy Management: Ethics Laws and Policies (2018), with Techato Kuaanan and Upadhye Seema.
Academic Contributions and Awards
Throughout his career, Caprio has received numerous international recognitions for his innovative projects. He has participated in significant international events such as the UN-Habitat World Urban Forum and the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP19). His urban planning solutions, particularly for medium-sized cities, balance ecology, technology, and social well-being.
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