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Valeria Piccioni is an emerging researcher at the intersection of computational design, sustainable construction, and advanced manufacturing, with a particular focus on 3D-printed polymer façade systems for the built environment. Her work addresses one of architecture's most pressing challenges: decarbonising the building sector through innovative material and fabrication strategies that do not compromise performance or aesthetics. Piccioni's most significant contributions lie in demonstrating the viability of large-scale robotic 3D printing for bespoke, translucent façade components. Her research rigorously examines thermal performance, daylight distribution, and solar radiation response in 3D-printed thermoplastics, bridging the gap between experimental fabrication and real-world building integration. Her 2021 study on parametric design for additive manufacturing (11 citations) and her 2023 thermal performance investigation (12 citations) have established her as a credible voice in sustainable façade research, while her 2024 work on curtain wall integration signals a productive move toward practical implementation. With a growing citation record across multiple high-impact studies, Piccioni's research is gaining traction in both the architectural engineering and digital fabrication communities, making her work essential reading for anyone exploring the future of low-carbon, high-performance building envelopes.