Valentina Rognoli

About the Author

Valentina Rognoli is an innovative designer and academic whose work bridges the realms of interaction design, materials science, and ecological sustainability. With a background in industrial design and a PhD exploring the intersections of design and living systems, she advocates for a paradigm shift in how we conceive and create interactive environments that foster regeneration rather than depletion. Her research delves into bio-based materials and emergent technologies that enable designed systems to interact symbiotically with natural ecologies, promoting resilience in urban and natural landscapes. As a professor and researcher at institutions like Politecnico di Milano, Rognoli inspires a new generation of designers to prioritize living, adaptive interfaces that respond to environmental cues, ultimately envisioning a future where design contributes to planetary health and biodiversity.