Category:
Thesis Project
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People
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Client:
Pagani Automobiles

My role was to lead the CAS (Computer-Aided Styling) development, transforming sketches into precise Class-A surfaces. Working under tight deadlines and uncompromising standards, I coordinated a team of designers, solved surface continuity challenges, and refined every reflection to maintain aerodynamic and structural balance.
The final form emerged as a fluid, sculptural object. With its teardrop cockpit, subtle active aerodynamics, and signature four-pipe exhaust, Alisea pays homage to the Zonda while defining its own futuristic character. Built as a full-scale prototype with Pagani engineers and a team of designers, the project became a testament to collaboration and a defining milestone in my journey.
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Key Highlights
Exterior Form
A fluid, uninterrupted silhouette inspired by the Zonda’s timeless proportions. The body features clean surfaces, controlled reflections, and balanced volumes that emphasize elegance over excessive aggression.
Aerodynamic Concept
Active aerodynamic elements are seamlessly integrated into the design. Instead of visible wings and exaggerated diffusers, the car relies on subtle airflow management to maintain performance while preserving visual purity.
Cockpit Architecture
The teardrop-shaped canopy creates a strong central volume, enhancing both aerodynamics and visual drama. The compact greenhouse sits tightly within the body, reinforcing the hypercar’s sculptural presence.
Details
Surface Language
The surfaces are defined by long, uninterrupted highlights that flow from front to rear. Every transition was refined in CAS to ensure Class-A quality, precise reflections, and manufacturing feasibility.
Proportions
Alisea retains the compact, cab-forward stance of the Zonda while introducing a more stretched and elegant silhouette. The balance between cabin, wheelbase, and overhangs creates a dynamic yet refined presence.
Materials & Construction
The concept was developed with carbon-fiber construction in mind, staying true to Pagani’s engineering philosophy. Structural logic and packaging constraints were considered throughout the CAS process.
Design Philosophy
Alisea was envisioned as a tribute rather than a replacement—a respectful evolution of the Zonda’s identity. The goal was to capture its emotional essence while presenting a cleaner, more contemporary interpretation.

Alisea is designed by the students of the Master Course in Transportation Design IED Torino a.y. 2022/23: Andrea Boffa (Italy), Enrichetta Maria Borsano (Italy), Ludwig Brenninkmeijer (Netherlands), Daria Butenko (Russia), Andrea Caibuagatti (Italy), Joan De La Plata Perich (Spain), Mausam Pramod Dhande (India), Aayush Dutta (India), Sharang Kulkarni (India), Txomin Munitxa Arrinda (Spain), Yash Vishnubhai Panchal (India), Simon Rapisarda (Australia), Hariprasad Uthaman Chukkasseri (India), Jayakrishnan Anandhan (India), Sara Cancelli (Italy), Pablo Alejandro Hidrobo Lapuerta (Ecuador), Pritish Karmi (India), Tomas Knaze (Slovakia), Vaibhav Krishna (India), Ya-Hsin Liu (Taiwan - Formosa), Luis David Parra Rubio (Mexico), Davide Patruno (Italy), Jincheng Tian (China), Rongxing Xue (China).



