Reconnecting Waste Exploring Digital Fabrication Technologies for Circular Reuse of Out-of-Spec Bricks from Demolition

Bio

Doruk Kayali

Doruk Kayali is a first-year PhD researcher and architect (MAA) working at the intersection of design research, material reuse, and digital fabrication. He holds a Master’s degree in Architecture & Extreme Environments from the Royal Danish Academy (KADK) and a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from Istanbul Technical University. His research explores circular construction practices through material-driven experimentation, focusing on reclaimed construction materials, design-for-disassembly, and additive manufacturing. Doruk has presented research at international conferences and exhibitions, including DAKAM and Dubai Design Week, and has professional experience in architectural practice, BIM-based construction, and research-led design collaborations across Europe and Turkey.