Lab Research

Antonio Sorrentino

TA Research and Innovation Lab
Architect, holding a Ph.D. in Architecture. Theory and Project from Università Sapienza di Roma, and a Master's in Neuroscience Applied to Architectural Design from the University Iuav di Venezia.

His expertise centers on Neuro-Architecture, a field he actively explores through both rigorous academic research and practical application. Having collaborated as an expert consultant for the development of neuro-architectural activities within TUNED, he currently serves as Research Leader at TA Tuning Arch, where he is responsible for translating theoretical insights into tangible architectural solutions.

He is also a contributing member of the Editorial Staff at GAR - ilgiornaledell'ARCHITETTURA.com.
In addition to his professional work, he is a Tutor at Politecnico di Torino (POLITO) and Università Iuav di Venezia, where he guides students in architectural theory, emphasizing the integration of brain principles into architectural and urban design.
His research and projects have been showcased at international conferences and documented in academic publications.

Chiara Rango

Communication Designer for Architecture & Research
Since its foundation, Chiara has been responsible for the communication and visual identity of TA tuning arch. Within TA tuning arch’s Lab Research, she oversees the graphic development of Assessments and Briefs, translating research findings into clear and structured visual documents.
Through her creative studio, webook@book, she develops communication strategies, graphic design, brand identity, website design and management, video production, editorial design, and digital communication. Her work supports the dissemination of the firm’s research, academic initiatives, and design projects, translating complex scientific concepts into clear, engaging, and visually coherent communication across both print and digital media.
Over the years, she has contributed to shaping Tuning Arch’s visual language, developing the identity of research projects, publications, educational programmes, conferences, and digital platforms. Combining creativity with editorial precision, she ensures consistency across all communication channels while making scientific and architectural content accessible to a wide audience.

Education:
* Degree in Cultural Heritage Conservation Faculty of Humanities and Philosophy, University of Udine, Italy.
* Postgraduate Executive Program (Master-level) in Business Culture and Management CUOA Business School, Vicenza, Italy.

Selected Projects
TA tuning arch. Corporate Communication & Digital Identity (2016–Present)
Development and management of the firm’s visual identity and communication, including website design and maintenance, graphic design, editorial materials, presentations, brochures, multimedia production, and digital communication.
Within the Lab Research, she is also responsible for the graphic development of Assessments and Briefs, including the visual organisation and presentation of research findings and analytical content.
NAAD Master. University IUAV of Venice (2016–Present)
Development and management of the Master’s communication platform, including website design and maintenance, visual identity, brochures, promotional materials, video editing, and social media communication.
ROOMS. International Scientific Research Project (2016) International research initiative funded through a crowdfunding campaign. Development of the project’s visual identity, website, brochures, video production, and digital communication.
RiattiWa – Sustainable Urban Regeneration Project (2016) Development of the communication strategy, website, visual identity, editorial materials, and multimedia content for a collaborative research project promoting sustainable urban regeneration through participatory design.

Books, Reports & Scientific Publications
Editorial design and visual communication for books, scientific journals, research reports, and dissemination materials in the fields of neuroscience, environmental psychology, architecture, and design.
Selected publications include:
* Davide Ruzzon, L’architettura delle differenze. TArch Edizioni, 2013 — Graphic design and book layout.
* Vittorio Gallese & Davide Ruzzon, Tuned Architecture. Harmony, Experience and Architecture. Overview Editore, 2016 — Graphic design, editorial layout, and ePub production.
* Intertwining. Unfolding Art and Science, Mimesis International, 2017. Graphic design and editorial layout of the annual monographic journal exploring the relationship between neuroscience and architecture.
* Davide Ruzzon, Tuning Architecture With Humans. Mimesis International, 2022 — Image editing and cover design.