TRANSPORTATION DESIGN ARCHITECTURE
Hi, I'm Antonio Paglia, Architect and Transportation Designer.
Since 2017, I have been working as a Creative Concept Designer for Formula 1 – Formula One Management & FIA, contributing to the development of future F1 concepts. My work played a role in shaping the 2022 regulations, aimed at enabling closer racing and increased overtaking opportunities. I continue to collaborate with F1 and the FIA on the upcoming 2026 regulations, which will introduce another significant evolution in the sport. My contributions include not only vehicle concepts, but also key components and official merchandising, helping to define the future vision of Formula 1 motorsport.
I currently serve as Senior Transportation Designer at the Piaggio Group, where I specialize in motorcycle design for the iconic Aprilia and Moto Guzzi brands.
From 2014 to 2019, I was part of Q-id, a multidisciplinary design studio focused on automotive, motorcycle, and industrial design. There, I had the opportunity to work with prestigious clients such as Ducati, MV Agusta, Kawasaki, Ferrari, and Luxury Living Group.
In addition to my design work, I teach the course "Presentation Techniques for Car Design" in the Master TAD program at Politecnico di Milano.
My academic background in Architecture and a Master’s degree in Transportation Design helped me develop a strong foundation in both creative and technical skills. My design process is driven by attention to detail, a deep focus on style, and a commitment to innovation.
Early in my career, I also gained experience in interior design (specializing in Ho.Re.Ca. environments) and yacht design, collaborating with architecture faculties and design studios—broadening my skill set across various design disciplines.
DESIGN AWARDS
2021 "Q contest Quattroruote"
Editoriale Domus SpA - Rivista Quattroruote
2014 "Autostyle competition 2014"
Promoting Berman's Autostyle and automotive design
Winner of Creativity Award by Auto&design LINK: https://autostyledesigncompetition.it/editions/2014-2/
2014 "Auto design Prague 2014"
Selected among the best projects of the university in automotive and trasportation design
2013 - 2014 ' Design Future accesibility "
Car design competition , organized by ACEA ( European Automobile Manufacturers ' Association ), Fiat brand cars and OFMN ( Our Future Mobility Now ) .
Winner, LINK: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CAxvRQoANho http://www.fiatpress.com/press/article/115937
http://www.autodesignmagazine.com/articoloNews.php?news=110
2010 "Stile italiano giovani"
Car design competition , organized by Anfia and the most important style centers , under the auspices of the Piemonte Region .
Awarded among the 20 best projects , and exposed at the 80th ' International Automobile Salon 2010 Geneva
2009 "Car design contest"
A contest for the car of the future, organized by the Faculty of Architecture of the University of Trieste and the association amateurs historic vehicles ( AAVS ) .
Second prize winner
2006 "Stile italiano giovani"
Car design competition , organized by Anfia and the most important style centers , under the auspices of the Piemonte Region .
Awarded among the 20 best projects