About
Hi, I'm Dr Anthony Franzè. I'm a Lecturer in Product and User Experience Design at Griffith University and a Postdoctoral Researcher in human–robot collaboration at QUT — parallel roles that reflect where my work sits, at the intersection of design education and applied robotics research.
I focus on how humans and intelligent systems work together in construction and manufacturing, through robotics, XR, AI, and additive manufacturing.
I started out in industry, spending nearly twenty years as an industrial designer and XR specialist across Australian SMEs and multinationals — including EGR, UAP, and the ARM Hub. That background still shapes everything I do, keeping my research and teaching grounded in real manufacturing and construction contexts.
I also contribute to national initiatives, including the Building 4.0 CRC, the Australian Cobotics Centre, and CARL at QUT, and I'm affiliated with the Creative Arts Research Institute at Griffith.
Let’s build something that didn’t exist before.
I collaborate with researchers, industry partners, and organisations developing new forms of human–machine collaboration. My work focuses on translating emerging technologies into real design and fabrication workflows.
I support projects involving:
Human–robot collaboration in construction and manufacturing
XR for fabrication, spatial guidance, and on-site decision-making
AI-supported design and co-creation workflows
I bring a design-led, human-centred approach that connects research, technology, and making, helping teams move from concept to working systems. If you’re exploring how people and intelligent systems can work together in practice, get in touch.
Q&A
How can XR be used in fabrication?
XR can embed virtual geometry directly into the physical workspace, allowing users to interpret and act on design information in real time.
What is human–robot collaboration in construction?
It combines robotic precision with human judgement, enabling more adaptable and efficient construction workflows.
What is robotic additive manufacturing in a design context?
Robotic additive manufacturing is a process where digital design is translated into material form through controlled deposition. It allows designers to engage directly with toolpath, material behaviour, and fabrication throughout the design process.
